Kiewit Scholars - How to Apply

How to Apply

The Kiewit Scholars program at Nebraska serves students pursuing a degree in the College of Engineering who have a keen interest in leadership development. This cohort-based program accepts 10 students every year. Students with an interest in working in the building and construction industry are strongly encouraged to apply.

Strong Applicants

Showcase previous leadership experiences
Demonstrate a solid academic foundation
Exhibit curiosity and a growth mindset
Express genuine interest in developing others
Illustrate their interest in engineering
Be their authentic self

Where to Apply

Step 1: Complete UNL's Application for Admission in MyRed
Step 2: Attend the Application Workshop: https://engineering.unl.edu/recruitment-events/ (Optional)
Step 3: Complete the Kiewit Scholar Application in MyRed by November 15

Click Here to Apply

Preferred Majors

Construction Management
Construction Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineering

Application Timeline

August 16

Application Opens
October 25

Virtual Application Workshop (https://engineering.unl.edu/recruitment-events/)
November 15

Application Closes
Late December

Students Invited to Interview
January 28 & 29

Interview with Selected Candidates
March 1

Scholarship and Alternates Offers Made
May 1

Student Commitment Deadline

If Selected To Interview

Students selected to interview will be notified via email by Scholar Program staff. All students selected to interview will be expected to attend an in-person interview on campus. Scholar Program staff will work with students who demonstrate financial need and may need additional support to get to campus to interview.

The interview dates for the selection of the second cohort:

January 28, 2022
January 29, 2022

All students invited to interview will receive notification of an optional virtual info session prior to their interview date, to learn more about what to expect in the interview process.