Scholarships are funds provided to students based on excellence in academics, financial need, leadership, service, etc. or a combination of multiple factors and do not need to be repaid like loans. Scholarships can come from federal, state, University, or private sources.
Financial aid includes federal, state, University, and private grants, loans, student employment, and other various forms of financial assistance that could be based on a number of other factors, including financial need, academic program, etc. to help you pay for college.
FAFSA Form
Need-based aid can enable affordability and help make your goals a reality. Most Huskers receive at least one type of scholarship or need-based aid after filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form.
Scholarships & Grants
A variety of scholarships are available for students at Nebraska with different academic profiles and life experiences. Other aid is offered in the form of grants. We can help you understand and explore your options.
Student Loans
You can borrow a federal direct student loan to help pay for college. Federal loans offer reasonable interest rates and often do not require repayment until after you graduate. Find the plan that works best for you.
Parent Loans
You can help support your student's education by borrowing a federal direct loan. These loans often do not require repayment until after your student graduates and come with reasonable interest rates. Explore the available plans to find the one that best fits your needs.
Guide to Your Financial Aid Offer
Admitted Huskers who filed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form receive financial aid offers in the "Financial Aid" tab in MyRED, Nebraska's online student portal. Follow our guide to evaluate your offer and complete the financial aid process.
Accepting and Declining Aid Offers
Learn how to accept or decline financial aid offers each year in your MyRED student portal. Each academic year is a separate financial aid year. File your FAFSA Form annually and accept or decline each aid offer separately in the "Financial Aid" tab in MyRED.
