Learn about scholarship opportunities and financial aid at the annual Scholarship Fair!
This event is FREE and open to the Grand Island Senior High Class of 2024 and their families.
November 29
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Islander Annex (3025 College Street)
Scholarship Application Presentations
Learn about online scholarship applications from the two largest local scholarship providers. Get an overview of the application and award process, timelines, tips and frequently asked questions.
Grand Island Public Schools Foundation | 5:30 pm & 6:30 pm
Greater Grand Island Community Foundation | 6:00 pm & 7:00 pm
$500 Scholarship Drawings
Sponsored by the GIPS Foundation and the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation. 2 scholarships will be drawn.
Eligibility:
- Grand Island Senior High 2024 graduate
- Submit online application (GIPS Foundation & GGIC Foundation)
- Submit completed Scholarship Fair drawing card at the event
FREE Professional Photos
Professional photos for students to use in job searches, high school award recognitions, thank you cards and more! Students receives digital photo and rights to use. The FREE photo session by Tally Creative has a $95 value.
Islander Boutique
The Islander Boutique will offer FREE business professional clothing for students to wear for their professional headshots. This boutique is a great resource for students who need professional attire for job interviews or other important events. The Islander boutique is dedicated to helping students succeed by giving them the tools to present themselves professionally and confidently.
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Help
EducationQuest and GearUp will answer questions about Federal Student Aid.
College and University Representatives
Meet with college and university representatives to ask questions about admission and scholarship opportunities.
Scheduled to attend:
- Bryan College of Health Science
- Central Community College - Grand Island and Hastings
- Chadron State College
- College of St. Mary
- Concordia University
- Doane University
- Hastings College
- Northeast Community College
- Peru State College
- Southeast Community College
- University of Nebraska - Kearney
- University of Nebraska - Lincoln
- University of Nebraska - Omaha
- Wayne State College
- Wesleyan University
- Army ROTC
Questions?
Email foundation@gips.org