Application for 2026 Homecoming Royalty
Any full-time student with at least 75 hours completed; a 2.75 cumulative GPA; and will be enrolled during the Fall 2026 semester is eligible to apply.
There are three (3) separate application tracks:
- Academics is not meant solely for high GPA or honors students. It is for those that have made an impact through academics, such as TA’s, research assistants, tutors, etc.
- Athletics is not limited to University of Nebraska varsity sports. Sports like intramural sports, horseback riding, club sports, etc. are included.
- Involvement includes all university and community organizations with the exception of athletics (e.g. RSOs, fraternities, sororities, volunteer organizations in the university and Lincoln community).
Timeline
- Jan 19, 2026 | Application opens at 9 a.m.
- Feb 25, 2026 | Application closes at 5 p.m.
- Mid-March 2026 | Notification date for interviews.
- Late June 2026 | Selection and notification of finalists.
- Dates TBA | Homecoming Week events and activities.
- Date TBA | Homecoming Royalty announced during halftime of the Homecoming football game.
Apply Now
Application opens Jan 19, 2026Questions? Send a message to the ASUN Homecoming Royalty Coordinator at asun1@unl.edu.