Scholarship Opportunity

Nebraska Funeral Directors Association Swanson Trust Scholarship

Offered by Nebraska Funeral Directors Association

The Swanson Trust supports eligible mortuary-science students who complete Nebraska's pre-mortuary academic review and the association's application and interview process.

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Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Adult Learner

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

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Annual Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineJune 15, 2026

Eligibility

  • Meet the Swanson Trust eligibility requirements in the current brochure.
  • Complete the college credits required by Nebraska as pre-mortuary academic requirements.
  • Complete the required in-person interview with the scholarship committee.

Requirements

  • Completed scholarship application.
  • High school and college transcripts.
  • Nebraska DHHS academic-review letter.
  • Personal statement.
  • Recommendation and endorsement from a NeFDA member.
  • Mandatory in-person committee interview.

How to Apply

  1. 1Review the current Swanson Trust brochure.
  2. 2Request the DHHS pre-mortuary academic review.
  3. 3Ask a NeFDA member for endorsement and recommendation.
  4. 4Submit the application package by June 15.
  5. 5Attend the required in-person interview in mid-July.

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