The scholarship program is open to graduating seniors whose parent or step-parent is a current county official or employee.
Scholarships are available for one year and are non-renewable.
To be considered, students must complete the required application form, submit a seven-semester transcript from an accredited Nebraska high school and prepare a written essay on the importance of county government. Scholarship recipients must plan to attend a post-secondary educational institution within the state of Nebraska and may use the NACO scholarship for any costs associated with their continuing education.