In 1999, Governor Kenny Guinn’s Millennium Scholarship initiative was enacted into law by the Nevada Legislature; the legislation (NRS 396.911) created the Millennium Scholarship trust fund to be administered by the State Treasurer. In October, the Board of Regents adopted policy guidelines for the administration of the scholarship. Although there are a number of pathways to the Millennium Scholarship, by far the most common will be the successful completion of a rigorous program of study at a Nevada high school.

Could you be a Davidson Fellow? . . . how passion and hard work can lead to scholarships Davidson Fellows come from all over the country, have all kinds of interests and pursue a wide variety of dreams. One thing they all have in common is passion for what they do and a desire to make a difference. The Davidson Fellows awards are intended to help them reach their goals. "The Davidson Fellows are success stories - they're students who have resourcefully found ways to nurture their genius by seeking out mentors, relying on strong family support and working diligently to achieve their goals." Bob Davidson, co-founder of the Davidson Institute for Talent Development Significant work is the key. Any young person under the age of 18 who has completed an important piece of work in the fields of Mathematics, Science, Technology, Music, Literature, Philosophy or Outside the Box may apply to the program. They must also be prepared to describe their journey in developing the project and to explain its purpose and social relevance. Fellows are asked to make a commitment to help other highly intelligent students develop their own talents. The result is scholarships of $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 to be used for tuition and expenses at an accredited institution of learning. There is also an unforgettable trip to Washington, D.C. every September when Davidson Fellows are recognized and honored for their accomplishment. Since its inception in 2001, the program has awarded nearly $2 million in scholarships.