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Scholarships
Scholarships
Thanks to the vision and generosity of many donors, Midland University offers a variety of scholarships with varied and diverse criteria. When you give to student scholarships at Midland University, you help offset the cost of education and open up opportunities for students who, due to financial pressures, would be unable to obtain an undergraduate degree. If you are interested in establishing a scholarship, please contact Laura Jensen, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, at 402-941-6523 or jensen@midlandu.edu.
Eunice and Eugene Abrahamson Scholarship
Out of gratitude for the importance of Luther College of Wahoo in their lives, Eunice and Eugene Abrahamson of Holdrege, Nebraska, have established a scholarship for students who are residents of Phelps County, Nebraska. Preference is given to students who are members of Bethel Lutheran Church of Holdrege, or Fridhem Lutheran Church in Funk. Scholarships may also be awarded to students who are members of Adullum Lutheran Church or Immanuel Lutheran Church in Bertrand, Nebraska, or Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Holdrege.
Greg Adams/Kappa Phi Memorial Scholarship
Established to honor Greg Adams, who graduated from Midland College in 1973, the scholarship is awarded annually to a junior or senior student intending to enter law school following graduation from Midland. Recipients must have maintained a GPA of at least 3.5 during their freshman and sophomore years. In addition to showing aptitude for the study of law, the recipient must have high moral standards and the ability to analyze factual situations and to communicate clearly through oral and written expression.
Edward Altrock and Fern Otis Altrock Memorial Scholarship
This fund has been established to perpetuate both of the family names of Altrock and Otis and thank God for the many years of a happy life together. The fund will provide one or more scholarships each year to students majoring in the general area of business. Undergraduate students may have their awards renewed by continuing high academic excellence and involvement in student life activities. Alumni Association Scholarship The Midland Lutheran College Alumni Association grants several scholarships annually to deserving and worthy senior, junior and sophomore students.
Alumni Association Scholarship
The Midland Lutheran College Alumni Association grants several scholarships annually to deserving and worthy senior, junior and sophomore students.
Marcia A. Peitzmeier Anderson Scholarship
The Marcia A. Peitzmeier Anderson Scholarship was established by Marcia (Peitzmeier) Anderson, a 1964 graduate of Midland University. This endowed scholarship is awarded to undergraduate or graduate students majoring in education.
Anderson/Veburg Education Scholarship
Scholarship shall be awarded to a worthy and deserving student who is interested in elementary and music teaching careers.
E. Dolores Armbrust Nursing Scholarship
A yearly scholarship is presented to a junior nursing student in good academic standing with recognized financial need.
Mercedes Augustine Art Scholarship
This endowed scholarship has been made possible through a generous gift from Mercedes Augustine of Grand Island, Nebraska. Each year scholarships are awarded to students with ability in art. Scholarships are renewable each year to students who maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Mercedes Augustine Nursing Scholarship
This endowed scholarship has been made possible through a generous gift from Mercedes Augustine of Grand Island, Nebraska. Scholarships are awarded each year to nursing students from Nebraska who have attained jurnior or senior status and who have exhibited academic excellence. First preference is given to students from rural Nebraska. Students receiving the scholarship as juniors are eligible to have the scholarship renewed.
Mr. & Mrs. Webster P. Augustine Scholarship
In celebration of long standing family ties with Midland Lutheran College, this scholarship was established to provide support for a journalism student in good academic standing with financial need.
Newell & Lucille Baum Family Education Fund
This scholarship is to be granted to Midland University students based upon their financial need.
Leatrice Pflueger Bennett Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a Midland University student who shows academic promise and an interest in service to society.
Bernhardson Scholarship
The Bernhardson Scholarship, established by the estate of Reverend Drell and Mrs. Adeline Bernhardson, is awarded to students who have been accepted into the Luther College Honors Program. Preference may be given but not limited to international students and students representing Lutheran identity. Financial need shall be considered.
Freida Bisland Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded each year to one or more worthy and deserving students and may be renewed for succeeding years.
Bixby Family Scholarship
This perpetual scholarship was established by the Bixby family in 2017 for students pursuing a major in Special Education. Students must be enrolled or admitted in the Walker School of Education and demonstrate successful academic performance. Financial need may also be considered.
Darlene B. Blazek Nursing Scholarship
The Darlene B. Blazek Nursing Scholarship was established in 2024 through the estate of Darlene (Levin) Blazek, a 1948 Midland alumna. This scholarship is awarded to Midland students majoring in nursing.
Joanne K. Bowman Scholarship
The Joanne K. Bowman Scholarship was established in 2018. This scholarship is awarded to students based on academic merit with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference will be given to students pursuing degrees in science or business. Financial need may be considered. Four scholarships will be awarded annually, two $15,000 scholarships and two $10,000 scholarships totaling $50,000.
Marlin and Marla Brabec Agribusiness Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2024 by the generous support of Marlin & Marla Brabec. This scholarship is awarded to an Agribusiness major, with first preference given to a student(s) who is from an active farming family.
Joanne Bracker Memorial Scholarship
In honor of her legacy at Midland University, this memorial scholarship was established by the friends and family of Coach Joanne Bracker and is awarded to a student-athlete participating in women's basketball.
Helene Brandes Brower and Raymond A. Brandes Memorial Scholarship
The Helene Brandes Brower and Raymond A. Brandes Memorial Scholarship was established by Mrs. Esther B. Calhoun. This scholarship is to be awarded annually and may be renewed. Preference is given to Hastings area students.
Clarence and Rosella Brei Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Clarence Brei for his long-time service to Midland Lutheran College. It is awarded annually to a worthy and deserving student with financial need.
Brooks Family Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Lloyd and Betty Brooks Family to assist students pursuing a major in accounting. Preference may be given to students who have served in the United States Military. Financial need may be considered.
Dr. Axel C. Bundgaard Scholarship
Established by Axel and Ann Bundgaard, this scholarship provides annual support for a deserving student of history with financial need.
Raymond H. Busselman Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Raymond H. Busselman of Hooper, Nebraska in memory of his beloved wife Mabel M. Busselman, who served as a teacher. This scholarship shall be awarded annually to a senior who is studying education in pursuit of a career in teaching, exhibits personal integrity and academic ability and has financial need for scholarship assistance.
David and Carol Bute Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes the life work and service of David E. and Carol L. Bute, and is awarded on a yearly basis to an Education major with secondary interests in special education or cognitive studies.
