Scholarship Opportunity

Good Life, Great Journey Scholarship Program

Offered by Nebraska Department of Transportation

The Nebraska Department of Transportation's Good Life, Great Journey Scholarship Program funds students pursuing two-year degrees in high-demand technical fields and combines education funding with paid NDOT internship experience and a pathway to employment.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, Adult Learner

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Next Scholarship Cycle

OpensSeptember 1, 2026
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Pursue or intend to pursue an approved two-year technical degree or program.
  • Approved areas include diesel technology, drafting/design technology, electronics systems/electrical technology, associate-level engineering, information technology, land surveying/GIS, and other currently approved technical programs.
  • The program is open to individuals of all ages, including graduating high school seniors, current college students, seasoned professionals, current NDOT employees, and members of the public.
  • Meet all current program, institution, internship, and employment-related requirements.

Requirements

  • Complete the current Good Life, Great Journey Scholarship application.
  • Enroll in an approved technical program.
  • Participate in the required paid NDOT internship component.
  • Meet all current scholarship and program-completion requirements.

How to Apply

  1. 1Choose an approved technical field and participating program.
  2. 2Complete the NDOT scholarship application when the cycle opens.
  3. 3Complete the educational program and paid NDOT internship requirements if selected.
  4. 4Pursue the available pathway to full-time NDOT employment after successful program completion.