Nebraska Opportunity Grant

Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education

Up to $2,320Ongoing — apply via FAFSA each year; no fixed competitive deadlineLast verified September 28, 2026

Who can apply: Residents of NE; with demonstrated financial need.

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Nebraska high school grads who qualify for a Pell Grant or meet the state's income threshold can get this need-based grant while enrolled in an undergraduate program at a participating Nebraska college. The amount usually lands around $2,320 a year, though it varies with cost of attendance and how much funding is available that year.

What you'll need to apply

  • Financial information: FAFSA, with a qualifying Student Aid Index
  • Nebraska resident at a Nebraska school; some schools add their own application

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Eligibility

  • • Residents of: NE
  • • Demonstrated financial need required

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