*Please NOTE: University, College and Technical Scholarship Awards are available once you have applied and have been accepted for admission.  

*The FAFSA application period opens on or before December 1, 2024.  Apply asap to receive the best financial aid award package!   Apply: FAFSA

Be sure to check application deadlines for admission to qualify for scholarships!

Important Scholarship Information / Link: Iowa State First-year Student Awards

Iowa State offers recognition awards to Iowa students who fulfill specific academic requirements. The awards are automatically awarded to Iowa students who have been offered admission to Iowa State.

• Grade Point Average (GPA): Minimum cumulative high school GPA (4-point scale) rounded to the nearest hundredth or second decimal place. We accept weighted GPA, provided the school’s weighted grading system does not award more than one additional quality point to the grade earned in weighted courses.

  • Use our GPA Calculator to convert a GPA to a 4-point scale.

• Test score: Minimum ACT composite or minimum SAT Total (Reading and Writing +Math) is used. We accept a student’s best score, including ACT provided super score.

• Deadline: Students must be admitted by March 1, 2025, as a first-year student entering directly from high school. Awards may be made after March 1 contingent upon the availability of funds. These awards are specifically available to students enrolling for the Fall of 2025. Scholarships are reviewed annually and are subject to change for future enrolling classes.

The University of Iowa offers various scholarships each year to outstanding undergraduate students based on financial need, academic merit, or both.

Link: University of Iowa Scholarships & Aid

Link: First-Year Resident Scholarships

• Pearl Hull Falk Scholarship - The Pearl Hull Falk scholarship will award $5,000 to a student attending the U of Iowa.   For more information on this scholarship: Pearl Hull Falk scholarship

The University of Northern Iowa offers scholarships each year to deserving students, on the basis of merit and/or achievement.

Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen: some scholarships are awarded automatically based on information provided when you apply to UNI.

Priority Deadline is February 7th: UNI Scholarship Application

Scholarship Information Link: UNI Scholarships

"By choosing Briar Cliff University as the place to continue your academic career, we know that you are making a significant investment in your education; an education that will help propel you faster and farther in your future profession. With the culture of generosity that lives within our alumni and donor community, we are proud to offer you a wide variety of scholarship opportunities to assist you in achieving your academic aspirations and shoulder the costs of the upcoming school year. "

For more information on Briar Cliff scholarships: Briar Cliff University Scholarship Information

Briar Cliff Scholarships

Dordt College offers many scholarship opportunities:  Dordt University Scholarships

"You've proven yourself as a student, as an artist, or as an athlete... or maybe even as all three. Drake University offers a wide range of scholarships designed to reward incoming students for their talents, no matter where those talents are on display."

Drake University Scholarships

"We believe our students' gifts and talents make Luther a special place. Our scholarships and awards recognize academic excellence; talent in music, theatre, dance, and art; and many other achievements."

Please check additional scholarships such as: Music/Theatre, Dance and other offerings, which may require an audition or separate application.  

Luther College Scholarships

Morningside Scholarship Awards

Mount Mercy offers many scholarships to incoming freshmen. Mt. Mercy Scholarships

You can get an estimate of what your scholarship package might be, by filling out Northwestern's scholarship calculator.   Northwestern College Scholarships

Upon acceptance to Simpson you are automatically considered for all merit scholarships. Simpson's merit scholarships are awarded based on your academic and personal success. Check out the chart with minimum scholarship ranges for incoming first-year students. Simpson College Price Calculator

To qualify for a St. Luke's College Scholarship you must be accepted, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and the scholarship application by the designated deadline. 

St. Luke's College

Waldorf University offers a 2-year Associates of Arts Degree, a 4-year Bachelor of Arts Degree (17 majors) and an online Associates/Bachelors degree. 

Waldorf Tuition Financing/Scholarships

Your initial minimum undergraduate scholarship offer is just the start. You may qualify for additional awards and scholarships. Check out the options! Wartburg Scholarships

William Penn offers a broad range of STEM programs, including programs in Computer Science, Engineering and Nursing.  

For a full list of scholarships and financial aid: William Penn University

(Campuses in Ankeny, Boone, Carroll, Newton, Urbandale/Des Moines and West Des Moines)

DMACC offers many types of scholarships, including the NEW Last Dollar Scholarship. The Last Dollar Scholarship covers tuition and fee gaps not covered by federal and state grants/scholarships for eligible Iowa residents enrolled in targeted, high-demand career and technical programs.

For more information on financial aid and scholarship programs at DMACC, please visit: DMACC Scholarships & Financial Aid

Ellsworth Community College offers scholarships to deserving students to help finance their education.  Please visit their website for more information: Ellsworth CC Scholarships

Apply for Hawkeye Community College Scholarships by the scholarship deadline of March 1.

Hawkeye Financial Aid 

Check out the Financial Aid page, with tips for calculating the cost of college at Iowa Central. There is a scholarship link as well.  Iowa Central

Over 75% of students attending Iowa Lakes benefit from Financial Aid. The priority deadline award for scholarships is March 1, 2024.  There is only one online application for scholarships, and the scholarship manager matches you with specific scholarships.   Financial Aid/Scholarships at Iowa Lakes  

Iowa Western Community College strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services. Iowa Western and the Iowa Western Foundation support this by working to assist students with access to scholarship sources. One scholarship application will match you with available scholarships. To be considered for the Presidential Scholarship (apply by March 15), and the Foundation Scholarship (apply by April 22).  

Iowa Western CC Scholarships

Kirkwood has over $3 million available in scholarships each year - making the most affordable option even more affordable.  And there's only one easy application to complete for you to be considered for scholarships.  The scholarship application period is open from October 1 - March 15 for the fall of 2024.  Check out: Kirkwood Scholarships 

The online application for scholarships with deadlines in November and December is open now. For all other scholarships, the online application is due by March 1. scholarships 

 NCC offers the Future Ready Scholarship Program for areas that that are in high demand and career and technical programs. Future Ready Programs

If you are applying for the President’s or Foundation Scholarship, please have your Guidance Counselor fill out the Scholarship Recommendation Form. This must be filled out and submitted with your application and essay.  NCC Scholarship booklets are available online: Scholarship Booklet

NEW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT NCC FOR DACA STUDENTS:  WOODS, FULLER, SHULTZ & SMITH PC DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP 

1 - $1,000 scholarship granted to a full-time student.  Application deadline: March 1

You must apply for this scholarship through the NCC Scholarship Opportunities Guide application.  You must have a 2.5 gpa to receive the full scholarship award.  Preference will be given to applicants who have been impacted by Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).  NCC Scholarships

Scholarships are available due to the generous gifts of individuals, foundations, organizations and businesses. Please inquire with Financial Aid regarding the detail and criteria for scholarships. The College Now Program - Last Dollar Scholarship is available through WIT (It fills financial aid gaps for   high demand and career and technical programs) For more information: Free Tuition.  Watch for deadlines as WIT's Foundation Scholarship has an application deadline of March 15.    

WITCC Scholarships

Check out the link to: Augustana Financial Aid/Scholarships.  Academic awards are listed by GPA/ACT scores in a easy to read list.  

You can apply for freshman scholarships once you have been accepted for admission. The Academic Scholarship Priority deadline is December 1.   To check out scholarship options:  sdsu scholarships

Students interested in Construction Management, should check out SDSU's Program. Students in this field can begin a career in construction and related industries in management positions such as project managers, construction managers, cost estimators, project schedulers and site coordinators. SDSU Construction Management

Once you have applied and are accepted for admission, use the online scholarship application to apply for the USD Honors Program and several of the USD first-time freshman scholarships. The scholarship application priority deadline is November 15 and the final deadline is December 1  USD.edu/scholarships

All new students applying to Dakota State University will be eligible for many scholarship opportunities. Any new high school student meeting certain academic criteria will automatically qualify for a scholarship. Learn more about the qualifications for the Champion or DSU Rising Scholarship.

DSU

Enroll early to be accepted into programs such as Vet Tech and Dental Assisting  (beginning in the fall of 2020), Surgical Technology, LPN, Early Childhood, Construction Management and Diesel.

Upcoming campus visit days: November 6, February 5 and March 19.

Call 605-367-6040 or email admissions: Southeast Tech Admissions to schedule a campus visit.

Virtual College Fairs STC will be presenting LIVE during the Iowa College Fair Sessions!  

• Thursday, Oct 22 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 25 4:00-6:00 p.m.  Register the day before each event at: SE Tech College Fair

Scholarships: Build Dakota Scholarship and Southeast Tech Scholarship applications will be available January 1 - March 31, 2021. Check on the website for more information. Cost & Aid - Scholarships.

Website: Southeast Tech

Submit your Application for Admission as soon as possible to receive priority consideration for undergraduate merit based scholarships.  Additional scholarships require credentials to be submitted by December 1.  Creighton University

Apply to Nebraska with your cumulative high school GPA and ACT/SAT score (test scores are preferred; not required) to be considered for academic scholarships. Complete your application for admission by November 1 (Apply for free by November 1) to receive your scholarship award notification on February 1.

Upload your current high school transcript in MyRED. We will offer you the best academic scholarship award possible based on either your GPA alone or the combination of your GPA and highest composite ACT/SAT score.

UNL Scholarships

The University of Nebraska at Omaha works hard to keep your tuition competitively priced. Check out  UNO Scholarship Info for more information. 

Wayne State College offers more than 200 types of scholarships. Complete the scholarship application process after you apply for admission and are accepted to WSC. You can apply for admission as test optional, if you haven't taken the ACT. Wayne State Scholarships

Scholarships for freshmen students will be awarded the 1st week of each month starting in October. Students must be admitted to SMSU before the last date of the previous month and qualify to receive a scholarship offer.  SMSU Scholarships  

To qualify for scholarships at the University of Minnesota, submit your application for admission.  

Admitted freshmen are considered for University-wide scholarships based on an overall assessment of their admission application. View U of MN Scholarships

Scholarships are monetary gifts, which means you don't need to repay them or earn the funds by working. Waivers are similar to scholarships in that they're used to offset college expenses and don't need to be paid back. You'll find plenty of scholarships and waivers based on your financial need, academic success and other factors.  UND Scholarships