Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by NVigate Higher Education
Introduction
The Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship helps Nevada retain its top students by providing up to $10,000 toward tuition for those who choose to pursue college within the state. This award gives high-achieving Nevada students a straightforward way to reduce college costs simply by enrolling at an in-state institution.
Eligibility
Traditional students who graduate from a Nevada public, private, or charter high school must meet all of the following to qualify:
- Earn a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 (weighted or unweighted), or achieve a qualifying college entrance test score: SAT 1070 or higher, or ACT 21 or higher.
- Complete in high school: 4 years of English; 4 years of mathematics (including Algebra II or a higher-level math); 3 years of science; and 3 years of history.
- Be a Nevada resident for a minimum of two years.
Application and Notification
There is no separate application for qualifying traditional high school graduates. Your high school or school district will forward eligible students’ names to the scholarship office on your behalf. If you qualify, you will receive a notification by mail in July or August following your high school graduation.