The Premier Scholars Program utilizes the Students4HIGHER approach of scholarship, mentorship and internship, coupled with a summer study abroad, and targets high-performing, local high-school graduates who wish to obtain a 4-year bachelor degree in an academic discipline that is of unique importance to the local community, and thereby develop strong interactions with business, industry and other local organizations.
Premier Scholars at UNO
Mission Statement
Students4HIGHER is a private, not-for-profit initiative that assists qualified students enrolled in a public university to earn a baccalaureate degree in 4-years, through a combination of scholarship, mentorship and internship, that qualifies them to join an educated workforce.