Scholarship Opportunity

Raymond A. Burke Scholarship

Offered by Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District

The Raymond A. Burke Scholarship provides up to three $2,000 awards annually to Upper Big Blue NRD residents pursuing Nebraska postsecondary education in natural resources-related fields and preparing for hands-on careers.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

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

2027 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Have a legal permanent home address within the Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District.
  • Attend or plan to attend a two-year or four-year Nebraska college or university.
  • Pursue an associate or undergraduate degree in a natural resources-related field.
  • Intend to enter the workforce after graduation in a hands-on natural resources-related position.
  • Not be a family member of an Upper Big Blue NRD staff member or director.

Requirements

  • Complete the current Raymond A. Burke Scholarship application when the next cycle opens.
  • Submit all supporting materials required by the current application.
  • Demonstrate plans for a qualifying hands-on natural resources career.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm permanent residence within Upper Big Blue NRD boundaries.
  2. 2Confirm attendance at a Nebraska two-year or four-year institution.
  3. 3Confirm an eligible natural resources-related degree and career goal.
  4. 4Complete and submit the current application once the 2027 cycle is posted.