Future Scholars

Students in NCPA will have the opportunity to:

• Follow a college-preparatory academic schedule throughout high school.
• Receive direct academic and personal support from an NCPA staff member.
• Attend interactive summer camps at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
• Participate in community service and leadership activities.
• Be paired with a peer mentor.

Scholars who successfully complete NCPA requirements and maintain basic eligibility requirements will receive full financial assistance to pay the cost of college—including tuition, books, room and board, and fees.

• Current 8th grade student whose parents never earned a four-year degree.
• Qualify for the free or reduced-price lunch program.
• Nebraska resident and U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.
• Will attend 9th-12th grade at Grand Island Senior High, Omaha North Magnet High School, Omaha South Magnet High School or Winnebago High School.
• Has B average or above in middle school classes of math, science, social studies and English.
• Prepared to take Algebra 1-2 as a freshman.
• Commitment from parent or guardian.
• Be prepared for honors courses freshman year.  

1. COMPLETE APPLICATION
In order to be considered for review, you need to complete all application materials. 

• Omaha's priority application deadline is November 1. NCPA will accept and review applications on a rolling basis until all spots are filled.
• The application deadline for Grand Island future scholars is March 1.

2. THE INTERVIEW PROCESS
If selected as a semi-finalist, you and your family will interview with the NCPA team for final selection. Please refer to the letter you received for further instructions on selecting an interview time. 

We're available and online during regular business hours to support you in any way we can. We encourage you to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns about NCPA or the application process.