Kiewit Scholars

How to Apply

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Start Building Your Future

Application opens August 1 and closes November 15

 

Eligible Students Are:

  • First-year incoming freshmen
  • Admitted to the College of Engineering
  • In-state or out-of-state students
  • Majoring in civil engineering, construction engineering, construction management, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, or mechanical engineering

 

Strong Applicants:

  • Showcase previous leadership experiences
  • Demonstrate a solid academic foundation
  • Exhibit curiosity and a growth mindset
  • Illustrate their interest in the building and construction industry
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Hayden Wulf and Gracie Kerr on Job Site

My best piece of advice for future scholars is to prioritize making connections with people throughout college. Engineering is a tough major, and there are going to be days where the work feels overwhelming. Nothing will be more valuable on those days than having the right people to lean on. There is no award for getting through college alone, so be someone who people can rely on, and don't be afraid to rely on others when you need it.

Hayden Wulf, Class of 2025

Application Timeline

  1. Application Opens

    August 1

  2. Virtual Application Workshop

    October 13 at 5 PM CST | go.unl.edu/appworkshop25

  3. Application Closes

    November 15

  4. Select Applicants Invited to Interview

    Late December

  5. Virtual Interview Workshop for Interviewees

    January 12 at 5 PM CST | Interviewees will receive link via preferred email

  6. In-Person Interviews

    January 30, January 31, February 2

  7. Interviewees Notified of Program Status

    March 1

  8. Prospective Scholar Commitment Deadline

    May 1