Eddy and Jeanny Berges Family Endowed Graduate Scholarship
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Key Statistics
Grant Amount
Varies by year
Location
Deadline
Varies by year
About this Scholarship
The Eddy and Jeanny Berges Family Endowed Graduate Scholarship is a financial award established to support graduate students enrolled at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. This scholarship is designed to assist students who demonstrate financial need, enabling them to pursue advanced degrees without the added burden of excessive financial stress. The scholarship reflects the Berges family’s commitment to higher education and their desire to contribute to the academic success of graduate students at the university. It is open to students across a range of disciplines, emphasizing support for those who meet the eligibility criteria related to financial need and academic standing. By providing this scholarship, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln aims to foster an inclusive and supportive academic environment, encouraging students to achieve their educational and professional goals.
Eligibility & Overview
Financial Grant
Varies by year
Scholarship Type
Need based
What's Covered
Description
The Eddy and Jeanny Berges Family Endowed Graduate Scholarship is a need-based financial award offered to graduate students enrolled at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Established through an endowment by the Berges family, this scholarship aims to ease the financial challenges faced by graduate students, allowing them to focus more fully on their academic and research pursuits. The scholarship is awarded annually, with the number and amount of awards dependent on the available endowment funds and the pool of eligible applicants. Eligibility criteria typically include enrollment in a graduate program at the university, demonstration of financial need as assessed by the university’s financial aid office, and satisfactory academic progress. The scholarship does not restrict applicants to a specific field of study, making it accessible to a broad range of graduate students. Recipients are selected through a competitive process that considers both financial need and academic merit. The scholarship funds may be applied toward tuition, fees, and other educational expenses, contributing to the overall cost of graduate education. By providing this support, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks to promote graduate education and research excellence, ensuring that financial barriers do not impede qualified students from advancing their academic careers.
Key Benefits
Provides financial assistance to reduce the cost of graduate education.
Supports students across various disciplines enrolled at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
Financing Information
Funding and Financial Support Details
The Eddy and Jeanny Berges Family Endowed Graduate Scholarship is funded through an endowment established by the Berges family. The endowment generates income annually, which is then allocated to support graduate students in need. The amount awarded to each recipient varies depending on the total funds available and the number of recipients selected each year. The scholarship is administered by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s financial aid office, which coordinates the application and selection process. Applicants are required to submit documentation demonstrating financial need, and awards are made based on this assessment alongside academic standing. The scholarship funds are typically disbursed directly to the university to cover tuition and fees, with any remaining funds potentially applied to other educational expenses. Since the scholarship amount and number of awards can fluctuate annually, students are encouraged to apply each year and consult the university’s financial aid office for the most current information. This funding mechanism ensures a sustainable source of financial support for graduate students while honoring the Berges family’s legacy of educational philanthropy.
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* Disclaimer: Information regarding the Eddy and Jeanny Berges Family Endowed Graduate Scholarship is subject to change. Prospective applicants should verify all details, including eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and award amounts, directly with the University of Nebraska–Lincoln or the scholarship administrator.