Iowa scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 09, 2025Apply below to the best Iowa scholarships for February 2025.
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Elevate Scholarship Program
Iowa • Manufacturing/Production • Transportation/Logistics • Freshmen
Elevate offers 15 $500 scholarships for Iowa high school seniors pursuing manufacturing careers at community colleges. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 2, 2025
UMSA Foundation Scholarship
Iowa • Minnesota • North Dakota • South Dakota • Wisconsin • IT/Information Technology • Finance • Business (MBA) • Cybersecurity • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
UMSA Foundation Scholarship offers $3,000 and $1,000 awards for students in specific fields. Eligibility: residents of five Midwest states.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine Scholarships
Muscatine County • Louisa County • Iowa • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students with a single application process.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
Waterloo Community Foundation Scholarships
Waterloo • Iowa • Freshmen
Deadline:
March 12, 2025
The Bright Scholar Award
Iowa • Test Scores • Freshmen
The Bright Scholar Award offers up to $40,000 scholarships for Iowa high school seniors with outstanding academic achievement.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Scholarships
Linn County • Iowa • Freshmen
Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation offers $100,000+ in scholarships for Linn County students. Apply now for up to $5,000!
Deadline:
February 21, 2025
James B. Morris Scholarship
Iowa • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The James B. Morris Scholarship offers $1,000+ for diverse students in Iowa with a 2.5 GPA. Essay and references required.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Community Foundation of Johnson County Scholarships
Johnson County • Iowa • Freshmen
Community Foundation of Johnson County offers scholarships up to $2,500 for local students based on merit, need, or activities.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Scholarships
Black Hawk County • Buchanan County • Iowa • High school • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa offers $700,000 in scholarships annually, with a $3,000 award for local students.
Deadline:
March 12, 2025
Clarinda Foundation Scholarships
Clarinda • Iowa • Freshmen
The Clarinda Foundation offers scholarships up to $2,000 for local students with a single application process.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
FFBC Scholarship
Iowa • For Gay students • For Bisexual students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • For Pansexual students • For Asexual students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
FFBC offers $3,000 scholarships to Iowa seniors for leadership in LGBTQ+ education and reducing homophobia.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
The Quad Cities Community Foundation Scholarships
Rock Island County • Scott County • Iowa • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Quad Cities Community Foundation offers $500,000+ in scholarships for local students with a single application process.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
Community Giving Scholarships
Minnesota • Iowa • Michigan • Wisconsin • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Community Giving Scholarships awarded over $273,000 to students in Minnesota. High chances for local students to win. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
PFund Foundation Scholarship Program
Iowa • Minnesota • North Dakota • South Dakota • Wisconsin • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Age • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The PFund Foundation offers up to $10,000 scholarships for LGBTQ+ students in the Midwest committed to community leadership.
Deadline:
March 11, 2025
PFund Scholarship
Iowa • Wisconsin • Minnesota • North Dakota • South Dakota • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
PFund Scholarship offers up to $12,000 for LGBTQIA+ leaders in the Midwest. Apply now to support your community involvement!
Deadline:
March 11, 2025
4-H College Scholarships
Iowa • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • High school
Iowa 4-H offers over 90 scholarships totaling $100,000 for members pursuing higher education, with awards up to $5,000.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
ISL Education Lending Scholarship
Iowa • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
The ISL Education Lending Scholarship provides $1,000 deposits for Iowa residents in high school or college. Apply now!
Deadline:
December 2, 2025
The Barry Griswell Scholarship Initiative to Raise the Bar for Students
Des Moines • Iowa • Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Barry Griswell Scholarship offers up to $25,000 for first-generation students demonstrating leadership and financial need.
Deadline:
May 23, 2025
Diversity Scholarship Foundation Scholarships
Wisconsin • Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Law • Community Service • Graduate Students
Diversity Scholarship Foundation offers scholarships for law students from diverse backgrounds. Apply with resume, transcript, references, and essay.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation's scholarships
Appanoose County • Davis County • Jasper County • Jefferson County • Henry County • Keokuk County • Mahaska County • Monroe County • Van Buren County • Wapello County • Iowa • Childcare • Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Health Education • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Medicine • Mental Health • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Psychology • Public Health • Social Work • Veterinary • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation offers over 180 health care scholarships, totaling $534,000 annually for southeast Iowa students.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
ISCA Scholarship
Iowa • Freshmen
Apply for the ISCA Scholarship for Iowa high school seniors. Win up to $500 for outstanding essays about school counselors.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
The Cedar Falls Community Foundation Scholarships
Cedar Falls • Iowa • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
Cedar Falls Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for Iowa undergraduates. High chances for local students!
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Seaboard Foods Community Scholarship
Colorado • Iowa • Oklahoma • Kansas • Texas • Freshmen
Seaboard Foods Community Scholarship offers $1,000 to high school seniors in select states for college enrollment. Apply online!
Deadline:
January 1, 2026
The Midwest Broadcasts Journalists Association Scholarship
Iowa • Minnesota • Nebraska • North Dakota • South Dakota • Wisconsin • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Journalism • Photography • Public Relations • Radio & Television • Writing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Graduate Students • Seniors
The Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association offers $1,500 scholarships for students pursuing broadcast journalism in the Midwest.
Deadline:
February 23, 2025
Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship
New Mexico • Alaska • Texas • Georgia • Colorado • Maryland • Alabama • Massachusetts • Connecticut • Florida • New York • South Carolina • North Carolina • Illinois • Ohio • Nevada • Iowa • Michigan • Washington • District Of Columbia • Pennsylvania • California • Hawaii • Indiana • Mississippi • Kentucky • Kansas • New Hampshire • Tennessee • Wisconsin • Minnesota • Louisiana • New Jersey • Virginia • Oklahoma • Nebraska • Oregon • Rhode Island • Missouri • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • High school • Freshmen
The Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship offers $5,000 to African American and Hispanic high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees.
Deadline:
April 10, 2025
FAQ
To write a strong application for Iowa scholarships, focus on clearly articulating your goals, experiences, and why you deserve the scholarship. Tailor your essays to each scholarship and proofread your application carefully.
Iowa scholarships can cover a variety of expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and sometimes living expenses. The specific coverage will depend on the scholarship.
Some Iowa scholarships may be available to international students, but many are restricted to U.S. citizens or residents. Be sure to check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
To apply for Iowa scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide transcripts, and submit any required essays or letters of recommendation. Check the specific application process for each scholarship.
It's advisable to start applying for Iowa scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college. Many scholarships have early deadlines.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Iowa scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid.
Eligibility criteria for Iowa scholarships can vary widely, but they often include factors such as residency, academic performance, field of study, and financial need. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, many Iowa scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its authenticity.
You can find Iowa scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, visiting your school's financial aid office, and checking local community organizations. Additionally, you can explore scholarships listed on Mos.
Iowa scholarships are financial awards available to students who are residents of Iowa or who are attending educational institutions in the state. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
In your personal statement for Iowa scholarships, include your academic achievements, career goals, community involvement, and why you are applying for the scholarship. Make sure to convey your passion and commitment.
Yes, there are many Iowa scholarships that are specific to certain regions or communities within the state. Local organizations and foundations often offer scholarships to support students from their area.
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