Private School Financial Aid in Nebraska
2026 programs, income limits, and how to apply
Nebraska has no state voucher program, but 35% of private school families still get aid through tax credit scholarships and school-based financial assistance. Average tuition: $7,200/year.
Check Your Eligibility
Enter your household income to see which Nebraska programs you might qualify for.
Gross income before taxes. Income limits shown for a family of 4; actual limits scale with household size.
Nebraska Financial Aid Programs
All available programs for private school families in 2026
Opportunity Scholarships Act
New program — tax credit for SGO donations. Scholarships for families below 213% FPL
Income limit: $62,000/year (family of 4)
$8,000
/year max
School-based financial aid
Catholic Archdiocese of Omaha and Diocese of Lincoln provide tuition assistance
Varies
by school
The Full Picture in Nebraska
Nebraska's Opportunity Scholarships Act (2023) is the state's first private school aid program. It's a tax credit scholarship model — donors contribute to SGOs, get a state tax credit, and the SGOs award need-based scholarships. Income limit is 213% FPL (~$62K for family of 4). If you qualify, scholarships can cover most of the $7,200 average tuition. Catholic schools in Omaha and Lincoln are the primary beneficiaries and already offer parish-funded tuition discounts.
How to Apply for Aid in Nebraska
Apply for state programs first
Apply through your state's scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs) for tax credit scholarships. These have the biggest awards.
Apply for school-based aid at every school
Most schools use TADS, FACTS, or SSS for financial aid assessment. Apply by January-February for the following school year. School aid stacks with state programs.
Check private scholarship organizations
Local nonprofits, community foundations, and religious organizations often provide additional scholarships. Search "[your city] private school scholarships" for local options.