The Nebraska Academy of Sciences · $500 · Verify deadline
Who qualifies
Nebraska high school senior accepted to an accredited college/university
800-1,000 word essay on Eiseley's message of compassion for all organisms
Teacher recommendations, transcript, list of 2+ Eiseley essays read
How to win it
Strong applicants clearly meet every requirement: nebraska high school senior accepted to an accredited college/university; 800-1,000 word essay on eiseley's message of compassion for all organisms; teacher recommendations, transcript, list of 2+ eiseley essays read. This award asks for an essay, 1 recommendation, a transcript, so give those pieces real time rather than rushing them. Apply early and double-check the deadline, since local awards often have small applicant pools and reward the well-prepared.