Living and Learning Community
The Walter Scott, Jr. Scholarship Program emphasizes the importance of a shared living and learning environment, recognizing its profound impact on high-achieving students’ academic and personal growth. Evidence from similar undergraduate programs has shown that students living together in a collaborative environment tend to achieve better academic results and build stronger community connections. The Scott Scholars Program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center continues this tradition, providing an enriched living experience designed to foster educational and personal development.
Scott Scholars live together on the same floor of the newly opened UNMC Residence Building, located just steps from classrooms, research facilities, and Nebraska Medicine. This cohort-based living experience fosters collaboration, peer support, and a strong sense of community among scholars. The Residence Building also features dedicated study and gathering spaces on the first floor, providing opportunities for both academic success and informal connection outside the classroom. Together, these spaces create a living-learning environment that supports students' personal, academic, and professional growth.
To explore the building the Scott Scholars call home, please visit: UNMC Residences