Submit ONE General Application for ALL NJC Scholarships.  This opportunity is for all students--Freshmen, Sophomores, and Transfer Students. (Nursing students will have a separate application in the Fall after the class is chosen).

This application will require transcripts, a resume, and essay questions. 

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NJC Foundation Scholarships:

Adam Ginther Memorial

This memorial scholarship celebrates the life and missed potential of Adam Kyle Ginther. He passed away on January 6, 2015, at the age of sixteen. This scholarship aims to help a Freshman student majoring Animal Science, Soil and Crop Science, Agronomy, Production Agriculture, or Agriculture Education. Preference is given to active 4-H/ FFA members and students that participated in leadership or community service activities such as livestock showing, farming, or youth ministry/ church groups. Read more about Adam here.

Al & Lois (Waitley) Leckler Memorial

This memorial scholarship is awarded in memory of Al and Lois (Waitley) Leckler who were instructors of NJC and active community supporters. It aims to assist a first-year, full-time student that have a minimum 2.5 GPA. You can read more about Al and Lois here.

Andi Whitlock Memorial

This memorial scholarship was founded in 2004 by a fundraiser the Feeders and Friends group put on in memory of Andi Whitlock after she passed away unexpectedly at just 20 years old in a car accident. Because Andi was an EMT at the time of her death, the scholarship is focused on helping students who are majoring in emergency medical services at NJC. To read more about Andi click here.

Andy & Theda Anderson Art Scholarship

This scholarship was funded in 2011 by Kenneth E. "Andy" and Theda Anderson who have made a number of generous donations to Northeastern Junior College over the years. They created this scholarship to support a student who aspires to study art at Northeastern. To read more about Andy and Theda click here.

Anna C. Pettys & Dorothy J. Corsberg

Anna C. Petteys was an American education activist, newspaper woman, lecturer and politician in the mid-20th century. Dorothy Jean "Jeane" Corsberg was a longtime educator of NJC and arts patron. Out of Anna C. Petteys & Dorothy J. Corsberg's love for education, this scholarship was created to assist Northeastern students from Logan or Morgan counties who aspire to obtain a degree in education, journalism or the humanities. To read more about Anna and Dorothy click here.

Armilda W. Dowis Memorial

In 2019, Haley Harms, grand-daughter of Armilda Dowis, re-established this scholarship in honor of her grandmother. Haley is a proud 5th generation female scientist. This scholarship aims to support underrepresented students majoring in STEM programs and/or pursue an associates of science degree. 

Bank of Colorado

Although the Bank of Colorado has been a proud supporter of the NJC Foundation for decades, this scholarship was formed in Spring 2023 to provide high school graduate scholarships to the 22 schools in NJC's local service area and a combined 26 scholarships to 2nd year students from Logan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Morgan, Yuma and Washington counties that are majoring in nursing, energy, welding, diesel/auto, cosmetology, EMS/fire science and agriculture programs. Read more about the Bank of Colorado here.

Barbara F. Kaiser Memorial

Barbara F. "Babe" Kaiser was a great model for her family and many others as she never saw herself as a victim during times of struggle, but rather always pulled herself up by her bootstraps and expected nothing less of those around her. She believed in stepping out of your comfort zone and pushing yourself to reach goals. This memorial scholarship was established by Barbara's daughter, Alexis Ertle in 2016 and aims to assist a local student from an underrepresented class who is majoring in business. To read more about Barbara click here.

Bernadine Parr Business

Bernadine Parr was a dedicated secretary in the business department at NJC for more than 33 years.  This Memorial Scholarship was established in her honor with donations from the staff along with friends and family. The scholarship aims to assist a sophomore business student from Logan County.  

Big Iron Cal West Memorial

This scholarship is established in 2022 by Big Iron to honor of Calvin West, long-time supporter of Northeastern Junior College, with the purpose to provide support for students majoring in Agriculture Production, Agriculture Business or Diesel Mechanics. To read more about Cal click here.

Bob and Norma Plank Scholarship

Bob is currently 92 years old and he is still one of Northeatern’s hardest workers and fundraisers for the student community. Bob and his wife Norma created this scholarship to support students majoring in business, education and nursing as well as members of the ranch horse and rodeo team at NJC. To read more about Bob and Norma click here.

Bradley Samber Memorial Scholarship

This Memorial Scholarship was established in 2019 by Bradley's family because of his love for science, this scholarship aims to assist a sophomore student majoring in Life or Physical Sciences and is chosen by his mother. To read more about Brad, click here.

Bren Dee Rogers Ranch Horse Scholarship

This scholarship was created in 2024 by Brigadier General Bren Dee Rogers to support a student athlete on the Ranch Horse team at NJC. To read more about Bren Dee click here.

Brickel Brothers

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to first-time freshman or sophomore students majoring in agriculture who demonstrate a financial need.

Bruce & Sharon Perryman

This $500 award is given to sophomore business students that have at least a 2.5 GPA. Eligible applicants must be a resident of either Colorado or Wyoming. Preference given to Veterans, Future Teachers Association members, or student athletes. Students intending to transfer to a 4-year university in CO or WY will be given preference. 

Business & Professional Women of Sterling

This $500 award is given to an under represented class business student from the local 5-county service area. Eligible students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and intend to major in business or another professional program such as Cosmetology.  First-time freshman and sophomores are eligible.

Carl Fonte

This is a $500 scholarship awarded to a first-time freshman majoring in agriculture or agriculture science with an emphasis in conservation and/or natural resources

Carl Werner STEM

This award of $1,000- 2,000 will be awarded to freshman or sophomore students enrolled in a STEM program. Eligible students must have a 3.0 GPA. Recipients may receive the higher award if they have an affiliation with the NRA.

Charles & Phyllis Kreager Memorial

This $500 award is given to a freshman student who expresses serious interest in the visual arts as a major field of study. Preference will be given to a graduate of any high school located in Logan County. This award may be renewable for sophomore year, if student maintains a minimum 2.0 GPA.

Coach Lowell Roumph Memorial Basketball Scholarship

This scholarship was created in 2020 to honor the memory of NJC Head Men's Basketball Coach, Lowell Roumph. The purpose of this fund is to provide a scholarship(s) to a member of the Northeastern Junior College Men's Basketball team. To read more about Coach Roumph click here.

Colorado Flatlanders Car Club

The Colorado Flatlanders started in 1991 with a vision, bylaws and goals to be a charitable club with a love of cars located in Sterling, CO.  This scholarship supports students of the Auto & Diesel program at NJC with intentions to work and live in a rural area. You can read more about them here.

Colorado Garden & Home Show

This $5,500 scholarship will be awarded to a full-time sophomore student. Preference given to students that graduated from a CO high school who pursue a career in production agriculture, crop and soil science, or farm and ranch management. The recipient must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. 

COSI

The Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative provides Colorado students with awards to aid them in their pursuit of a college degree. Eligible recipients must be a resident of Colorado and have a completed FAFSA with a qualifying EFC (Estimated Family Contribution). Award amounts will vary. 

Colorado Rural Rehabilitation Corporation Scholarship

Two (2) $1,000 scholarships or One (1) $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to students majoring in an agriculture related field.

Both freshman and sophomore students are eligible.

Students must be in good standing with Northeastern Junior College.

Courtenay & Lucy P. Davis 

This $500 scholarship is awarded to a full-time freshman student, at the discretion of the scholarship committee.

Cloudbreak Energy Partners, LLC Scholarship

Cloudbreak Energy was founded by Zach Brammer, to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy by funding solar and wind energy projects. Zach grew up in Sterling and took classes at Northeastern Junior College through the concurrent enrollment program. This scholarship fund was formed in 2024 to support students in the wind energy, industrial automation and electrical programs.

Curt & Judy Kimball Windsong Chorus Music

This $500 scholarship is awarded to music majors that have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Eligible students will be participants of the choir or band.

Darryl W. Rhodes Farm Credit

This $2,500 scholarship is awarded to both freshman and sophomore full-time students enrolled in an agriculture program. Recipient must demonstrate financial need, be a resident of Colorado, and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Dean & Vay Lousberg Livestock Judging

Both freshman and sophomore recipients are selected by the NJC Livestock Judging Coach and the Agriculture department. Recipients must be members of the NJC Livestock Judging team and must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. 

Denise Dennington Memorial Scholarship

The DDC Memorial scholarship was established by the family of Denise Dennington. The Dennington family runs the DDC Memorial golf tournament annually in memory of Denise with the proceeds going to fund athletic scholarships A total of 10 scholarships are awarded to each of the 10 sports that Denise was in charge of overseeing their events. You can read more about Denise here.

Denver Agriculture & Livestock Club

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a freshman or sophomore student majoring in Ag Production or Ag Education. The recipient must maintain a 2.5 GPA.

Donald E. Harley Memorial

This award is up to $3,000 for both freshman and sophomore students majoring in an engineering field, or another similar major. Eligible recipients must maintain a minimum 3.2 GPA, and preference is given to students that demonstrate a financial need.

Don and Peggy (Leckler) Brown Rangeland Scholarship

Don and Peggy (Leckler) Brown have been lifelong supporters of Northeastern Junior College. The Browns wish to support the development of the next generation of professionals involved in grazing management, conservation, rangeland improvement, and agriculture production through this scholarship. To read more about them click here.

Earl Franklin, Sr. Memorial

This $250 award is given to freshman students enrolled in the automotive tech program. 

Elsie Good Memorial

This scholarship funds $1,500 each year, for two consecutive years, to an NJC graduate that transfers to any Colorado 4-year university. The recipient must be a Logan County resident with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Fillion History

This $2,000 award is give to sophomore students majoring in History Education. Eligible students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and reside in the local 5-county service area. The recipient must plan to transfer to a 4-year college after completing NJC. 

Flatland Show Pigs Scholarship

Flatland Show Pigs was founded in 2005 and is well known for producing the highest quality show pigs and breeding stock. The focus has and always will be on helping the local youth with their project while providing high caliber and competitive stock. This scholarship was created by co-owner, Ben Cooley who is an NJC Livestock Judging Team Alumni and is passionate about supporting NJC students on the livestock judging team.

Fleming Saddle Club

This $500 award is given to sophomore students who reside in the local 5-county service area (Logan, Phillips, Washington, Yuma, Sedgwick Counties). Recipient must be an agriculture major and preference is given to students enrolled in Equine Science, Animal Science, Ag Business, or General Agriculture. 

Fort Morgan Retired School Employees

This scholarship is awarded to a full-time freshman student at the discretion of the scholarship committee. 

Fred Sneath Memorial

This $250 award is given to a continuing sophomore student enrolled in Ag Business or Ag Education. The recipient must plan to transfer to a 4-year college after completing NJC. Recipient must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be a resident of a local 5-county service area.

Freda T. Roof

This $750 scholarship is awarded to sophomore students seeking to obtain a degree from NJC. Preference given to students that demonstrate a financial need.

Gerald Roth Memorial

This award is available to any local high school graduate who enters the NJC Automotive Technology Program. It is a $250 amount to be split between fall and spring semesters at Northeastern. This scholarship is for freshman year recipients only.

Green Street Scholars Program

GSPP specializes in development and structured finance for solar assets, securing sponsor and tax equity alongside project-level debt financing to realize the highest value for its clients. They strive to continue their growth while staying committed to corporate social and environmental responsibility, as we sustain our environment for future generations through solar power. This scholarship is to support a student in the Wind/Renewable Energy Program. To read more about Green Street Scholarship Program click here.

Helen K. & Arthur E. Johnson Memorial

This $500 scholarship is awarded to a freshman student at the discretion of the scholarship selection committee.

Hilbert Kahl Memorial

This $250 award is given to a sophomore student majoring in Agriculture Education

HOPE

This NJC Foundation scholarship is awarded to students graduating from our local 5-county service area to students that have a minimum 2.5 high school GPA.  Eligible students must attend NJC full-time immediately after graduating high school. This award is $500 per semester, for up to 4 semesters max as long as student maintains the eligibility requirements. 

Jack & Florence Annan

This $500 scholarship is awarded to a freshman student enrolled full-time in any field of study. The recipient will be a student in good standing that exhibits strong leadership qualities

Jack Petteys Memorial

These $300 awards are given to full-time freshman students from the following local counties: Kit Carson, Lincoln, Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington, Yuma. Students that graduate from Brush high school are also eligible. 

James William Robirds Memorial

This $3,000 scholarship is awarded to both freshman and sophomore students planning to major in an Engineering field. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Jeffrey Grauberger Memorial

This $500 award will be made to a sophomore Agriculture Education student with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Recipient must be a Logan County resident.

Jesse Samber 4-H Memorial

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to full-time freshman or sophomore students enrolled in any major of study. Eligible students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and preference is given to those who have participated in the Northeast Weld County Fair. Selected recipients will show involvement in a variety of activities through their high school or other organizations, and preference is given to those that have a passion to help make their community a better place through service. 

Johnson & Associates Accounting

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a student who has completed two years of study in an NJC business program and transfers to any Colorado 4-year university to complete a degree in Accounting. The recipient must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be a resident from the local 5-county service area. 

Judy McCall Memorial

This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a freshman student majoring in Agriculture Education. Recipient will be chosen by the NJC Ag Dept.

Judy Szabo Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is established in honor of Judy Szabo, long-time instructor at Northeastern Junior College. It aims to support a student enrolled in an education or psychology major (education majors are preferred); can be awarded to either freshman or sophomore; and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. You can read more about Judy here.

Justin Covelli Memorial

The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to first-time freshman students from Morgan county who have declared their major in Agriculture Business and possess a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Karl Falch Memorial

A fund of the late Karl Falch, Judge of the Municipal Court of Sterling for many years, provides several scholarships to under-represented freshman each year. Recipients must be residents of Colorado. Applicants should state their qualifications, education plans, and financial need, although documentation of need is not required. This scholarship may be renewed for the second year with a maintained 2.0 GPA.

Kasey Jo Walker Warner

This $1,000 award is given to both freshman and sophomore students majoring in Agriculture, Science, or Education. Preference is given to those majoring in Ag Business, Farm & Ranch Management, Ag Education, or Science Education. Recipients must have graduated from one of the following schools: Logan County, CO or Furnas County, NE high school; or from Prairie, Pawnee, Briggsdale, or Akron high schools in Colorado. 

Keith and Nell Propst Memorial

The Propst Family have been long-time supporters of Northeastern Junior College. In 2003 they created an Agriculture scholarship in memory of Keith Propst. After Nell passes away, the family chose to honor her along with her late husband with this scholarship, which is designed to support students with declared majors in either agriculture or humanities. To read more about Keith and Nell, click here.

Kenneth E. "Andy" & Theda C. Anderson Memorial Business Scholarship

This scholarship was started to honor the memory of Kenneth E. "Andy" and Theda C. Anderson and their lifelong support of NJC. It aims to support prospective students to Northeastern's business program. To read more about Andy and Theda click here.

Kimball Women's Basketball Scholarship

Noah and Judy Kimball have donated many gifts to Northeastern over the years. This scholarship is designated to help a member of the Northeastern women’s basketball team.

Recipient must be a member of the Northeastern women's basketball team.  A minimum 3.0 GPA is required, and the applicant must be a citizen in good standing.

Lena Irelan Whittier Memorial

The Lena Irelan-Whittier Memorial Scholarship fund was created in remembrance of Lena Irelan-Whittier, who was who was Virgil’s mother.  This scholarship honors students who choose to enter the sciences or education with their major.

First priority is given to a freshman with a declared major in mathematics or science, including pre-medicine and/or pre-veterinary medicine, followed by those with the intent to pursue careers in education or scientific research. Eligible applicants must have a 3.0 GPA.

Luke Oeltjenbruns Memorial Baseball Scholarship

This scholarship was created to benefit a member of the Northeastern baseball team.  The baseball program selects the recipient of this scholarship each year.

Marcus R. McClanahan Memorial

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to either freshman or sophomore students that are First Generation college students from Colorado, South Dakota, Nebraska, or Wyoming. 

Mark Achziger Golf Scholarship

Mark Achziger is a champion golf athlete and a supporter of Northeastern. This scholarship is designated to assist a Northeastern student-athlete who is a member of the college's golf team.

Marquerite Sherwin Donovan

This award of up to $8,000 will be awarded to a sophomore student majoring in Art. The recipient must demonstrate a financial need

Master Chorale Music

This award of $300-$600 will be awarded to a sophomore student majoring in Music. 

Mary Johnson Linvill Trust

This $300-$800 scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman based on the discretion of the NJC Foundation Scholarship Committee.

McEndaffer Cattle Co. Scholarship

Long time supporters of NJC, Bret and Tina McEndaffer started the McEndaffer Cattle Co. Scholarship in 2023 to support graduates of Prairie and Merino High Schools, with preference for Agriculture majors, attending NJC.

Michael & Sandy Underwood

This $1,000 award will be made to a sophomore student that maintains a minimum 3.5 GPA. Recipient must be majoring in Agriculture Business, Farm and Ranch Management, or Agriculture Economics, with preference given in the order listed. Recipient will plan to transfer to a 4-year college after completing NJC.

NJC Classified Staff

This $750 scholarship is awarded to a full-time sophomore student with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Recipient must be a resident of the local 5-county service area. 

Northeast CO Bull Test Association & Great Western Beef Expo

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to either a freshman or sophomore student pursuing an agriculture degree or a career in beef production. Student must have a minimum 3.0 school GPA.

National Western Stock Show

NJC participates in the National Western Stock Show Scholarship program. Applicant must have participated in the National Western during the annual January Show. Recipients can be freshman or sophomores and must major in Agricultural Science, Rural Medicine, or Veterinary Medicine.

O'Connell- Towne

This scholarship was established in 1997 by Robert and Charlotte O'Connell. Applicants must be residents of Logan County and must possess a minimum 3.0 high school GPA. This award may be renewed for the sophomore year based on satisfactory academic performance.

Raymond Sauter

This scholarship is available to students who have demonstrably excelled in their academic endeavors. Financial need may be considered but is not mandatory, and documentation is not required, Applicants must be residents of Colorado

Rex & Doris Monahan Memorial Education T-PREP

This scholarship is awarded to students enrolled in an education major and studying to earn either an associate's or bachelor's degree in majors offered through the T-PREP program in collaboration with the University of Colorado Denver.  This award will pay for all tuition and book costs, after all other grants and scholarships have applied. Recipients will receive this award for 2-years up through graduation from NJC, or for the duration of enrollment at NJC, whichever is less.

R. Don Hagemeier

This is a $300 scholarship awarded to a freshman student planning to major in cosmetology.

R. Don Hagemeier, Jr. Memorial

This is a $300 scholarship awarded to a freshman student planning to major in automotive or diesel technology.

Russ Johnson Music

This is a $1,000 scholarship awarded to a full-time freshman or sophomore student active in the Northeastern Music program. Eligible applicants must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher.

Sheila R. Worley Athletic Transfer

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an NJC graduate transferring to a 4-year college. Scholarship funds will apply towards the transfer college. Eligible students must be participants of NJC athletics and be in good academic standing. 

Suck it Up Scholarship in Memory of Rachael Emily Finley 

This memorial scholarship was created by Doug and Joanne Finey in 2018. The scholarship was founded in the name of their daughter, Rachael Finley, who attended NJC and was pursuing a degree in zoology. She passed away unexpectedly and her parents are honoring her memory with this scholarship fund.  The Fund aims to assist a student at NJC who is working toward their first degree such as A.A.

Thomas J. Guthrie Memorial

This $200 annual award is granted to a graduate of Brush High School attending Northeastern and majoring in agricultural business. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of both scholarship and need. This award is renewable with an acceptable cumulative GPA.

Tom L. Porter Memorial

This $500 scholarship is awarded to an NJC graduate that will transfer to Colorado State University. The recipient must be a resident of the local 5-county service area. 

Towne Foundation

This scholarship was established in 1997 with a gift from the Towne Foundation. An annual award of $500 is made to a new freshman NJC student at the discretion of the scholarship committee.

TSM Farms LLC Scholarship

TSM Farms is owned by Terry Miller, who grew up in Padroni, CO. Terry founded M & M Excavation in 1997, headquartered in Greeley, CO. He is very passionate about agriculture and he started developing farms in the early 2000s. 

In addition to having a passion for agriculture, Terry has a strong desire to give back and see agriculture communities thrive. Amongst many other charitable contributions, he founded the TSM Farms LLC Scholarship in 2024 to support students on the Ranch Horse Versatility team at NJC. 

Vincent Baseggio Agricultural

This award is $1,000/semester and can be renewed for up to 4 semesters max. Eligible students can be freshmen, sophomores, or transfer-in. Eligibility requirements include: graduate from a CO high school located outside of our local 5-county service area, or graduate from a KS, NE, or WY high school located within a 200-mile radius of Sterling. Must have a 2.5 high school or college GPA (based off most recent GPA), and attend full-time. To renew each term, the student must maintain full-time enrollment and earn a 2.5 term GPA or earn a 2.0 term GPA plus log 50 studying hours in the Monahan Learning Center. This award is last-dollar-in, and the funds cannot be refunded to the student.

Wellington Webb Human Investment Athletic

This scholarship is awarded to members of the men's and women's basketball teams. Eligible students will have a financial need and will prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of local and global communities and seek to uplift others. Recipients must be enrolled full-time and have a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Wind Technician Green Street Scholars

This scholarship is up to $5,000 and will be awarded to a freshman or sophomore student enrolled in the Wind/Renewable Energy program. Both in-state and out-of-state students are eligible.  

The application will require transcripts, resume, and essay questions.

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