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The Wapello High School Counseling Office assists a number of organizations and donors that provide scholarships to our graduating seniors.  Please view a list of available scholarships for students. Be sure to read the qualifications of each scholarship application and the due date. Questions? See Ms. Eakins in the counseling office or email - kelci.eakins@wapellocsd.org  

SCHOLARSHIPS 101

LETTER TO SENIOR PARENTS

PAST SCHOLARSHIP LIST

Local and Statewide Scholarships

ICAN Scholarship Database 

  • Various Deadlines 

Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship  

  • A state-funded program for Iowans who:

    • Are new high school graduates starting college full-time or adult learners starting college at least part-time

    • Have applied for all other available aid

    • Plan to earn a credential for a high-demand job

  • Deadline varies per scholarship check directory for eligible programs

Iowa 4H and Louisa County 4H Scholarships 

  • Various scholarships graduating seniors can apply for

  • Various deadlines for each scholarship

Elks National Foundation - Most Valuable Student 

  • Eligibility:

    • Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

    • Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.

    • High school graduates are not eligible to apply.

    • Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

  • Deadline - November 13, 2024 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time

National FFA Collegiate Scholarships 

  • 2024 Catalog 

  • Deadline: January 16, 2025

Timberline Billing Service Scholarship  

  • For graduating seniors who currently have or had an IEP in their educational career

  • Deadline - January 16

Quad City Regional Auto Show Scholarship  

  • Applicant must attend or plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university.

    Applicant will have a (step)parent, guardian, or (step)grandparent working “full time” at a new car dealership for more than one year or the applicant has been working “full or part time” at a new car dealership for more than one year located within the counties listed.

  • Applicant must not have previously received  an Auto Show Scholarship.

  • Criteria to be considered include, but are not limited to, the applicant’s participation in extracurricular activities, community service, work experience, and academic achievement. Academic  achievement is secondary to the essay, school activities, community activities and work history.

  • Two letters of recommendation are required: one from someone employed at the sponsoring dealership (preferably an owner, or general manager of the dealership) and the second from a reference of the applicant’s choosing. See the application link below for specific content requirements for the letters.

     

  • Deadline - January 15

Iowa School Counselor Association High School Senior Scholarship 

  • Requirements: 

    • For 12th grade students attending a high school in Iowa

    • Applicants must submit a 250 word (maximum) essay about a school counselor who made a difference during their K-12 career

    • The winner will be announced during National School Counseling Week.

    • Questions? Please reach out to awards@iaschoolcounselor.org

  • Deadline: January 17, 2025

Iowa Engineering Society - Muscatine Chapter 

  • For any senior interested in entering the engineering field

  • Informational Poster

  • Deadline - January 19, 2025

Iowa Farm Bureau Scholarships

  • Eligibility for Farm Bureau scholarships is reserved for current IFBF members (and their children) who are in good standing with the organization. To be considered, a graduating high school student must have

    • a minimum 2.5 grade point average (GPA),

    • be involved in extra-curricular activities,

    • and be accepted into an accredited higher education institution (including community colleges and technical schools).

  • Deadline - January 19

Garrett's Path College Scholarship - Not Available Yet

  • Must be a high school senior

  • Must have a 3.0 GPA

  • Deadline: February 1

Grand Lodge of Iowa, A.F. & A.M. Masonic Scholarship

  • Applicants need not have a masonic connection – read the first page for criteria

  • Deadline: Application must be postmarked no later than February 1

Grand Lodge of Iowa – MCEC – “Mark Earl and Esther Ruth Spencer Technical Scholarship” 

  • Scholarships will be awarded to a number of graduating Iowa high school seniors who plan to enroll in a mechanical or trade course of study at an accredited Iowa Community College.

  • Deadline – February 1

Conservation Scholarship presented by the Conservation Districts of Iowa 

  • Applicants must be:

    • Iowa High School Class of 2024 students pursuing programs of study in any field of conservation or agriculture qualifies for the Conservation Scholarship.

    • While this is a wide field and many studies qualify, preference will be given to students pursuing programs of study in conservation.

    • The scholarship must be used for the student’s first year of college education

  • Deadline - February 7, 2025

The Iowa Newspaper Foundation

  • The Iowa Newspaper Foundation is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to champion the quality and future of Iowa’s newspaper enterprises and the communities they serve. One avenue by which we fulfill that mission is providing scholarships to students pursuing college degrees leading to careers in the newspaper industry.

    • Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic record, demonstrated talent and desire to work for an Iowa newspaper or locale as listed in the scholarship descriptions.

    • Some consideration will be given to financial need. Most awards are limited to students attending Iowa colleges, universities and community colleges; see scholarship descriptions for details.

  • Deadline: February 14, 2025

The Quad Cities Community Foundation Scholarships

  • The Quad Cities Community Foundation administers multiple scholarship funds, all started by donors who want to ensure students are able to continue their education at community colleges and four-year institutions. Over 40 scholarship applications are available through our website.

  • Students should click the link above to see specific scholarship criteria

  • Deadline - February 15

Illowa Sheet Metal Workers - JATC - Apprenticeship Program

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the apprenticeship program

  • Online application must be complete

  • All applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent

  • Deadline - February 28, 2025

Ruth B. Sayre Scholarship

  • Applicant must be a woman and a legal resident of the USA who shows financial need and the ability to complete her education.

  • Deadline - March 1

Ducks Unlimited Scholarship

  • Every year, Ducks Unlimited (DU) awarded 61 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are members of DU.

    • The scholarship program is open to all senior student members; however, it is targeted to volunteers who have shown an exceptional level of commitment to wetlands conservation through participation in their DU Varsity (high school) club/chapter and/or local DU community chapter.

    • In addition, students must maintain a 2.8 or higher cumulative high school GPA to apply.

  • Deadline- March 1

Iowa State Rifle & Pistol Association Scholarship Program

  • Applicant must:

    • be a U.S. Citizen

    • be of good moral character

    • have achieved a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average

    • be a graduation high school senior

    • demonstrates acceptance to a university, college, or trade school leading to a diploma or trade certification

    • demonstrate Rifle-Air Rifle-Pistol-Shotgun marksmanship competition experience

  • Deadline - March 1

Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship

  • Applicants must study for a health care career at an accredited community college, technical institute or four-year college or university.

  • Deadline - March 1

Iowa United Methodist Foundation 

  • The High School Senior Scholarships are scholarships designated for graduating high school seniors.

  • Deadline - March 1

Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation for Education Scholarship

  • Applicants must be committed to the pursuit of automotive-related studies, such as technician training, body shop/collision repair, diesel, new vehicle sales, parts sales, accounting, or business administration.

  • Applicants must submit the following to be considered for a scholarship:

    • A paragraph written by the applicant detailing their career goals and interest in pursuing an automotive career.

    • A recommendation from a high school or college teacher, counselor, or co-worker.

    • An unofficial transcript of high school or college grades.

    • A copy of page 1 of the applicant’s Electronic Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Applicants without this will not be eligible for the scholarships based in part on financial need.

  • Deadline - March 1

Iowa United Methodist Foundation 

  • The High School Senior Scholarships are scholarships designated for graduating high school seniors.

  • Deadline - March 1

The Pearl Hull Falk Scholarship 

  • Applicant must be:

    • of the Protestant faith

    • a resident of the State of Iowa

    • attending the University of Iowa full time

  • Deadline - March 3, 2025

Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine

  • There are multiple scholarship opportunities awarded through this portal

    • Bishop Educational Trust Scholarship

      • A select number of scholarships awarded to students who have the desire to attend college in the state of Iowa but need financial assistance in pursuing their educational goals. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and are required to submit their FAFSA SAR report or their parents most recent income tax return. Applicants must attend a college or university in the state of Iowa with a preference given to students attending Muscatine Community College.

    • Don and Donna Williams Scholarship

      • Up to four $1,000 scholarship awards for Wapello High School graduating seniors pursuing post-secondary education in the state of Iowa. Applicants should demonstrate financial need, a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, leadership skills, good character, work experience, extra-curricular activities, and community service experience. This scholarship fund was established by Don, a lifelong farmer in Louisa County, and his wife Donna, a physical therapist.

    • Edwin R. Hicklin Memorial Scholarship

      • Up to three $1,000 scholarship awards given in memory of Edwin R. Hicklin, for a Wapello High School graduating senior enrolling in a post-secondary educational institution in the state of Iowa. Applicants should demonstrate financial need, leadership skills, good character, work experience, extra-curricular activities, and community service experience.

    • Michel's Family Educational Trust Scholarship

      • A select number of scholarships awarded to students who have the desire and ability to attend college but may need financial support. Recipient must attend Muscatine Community College or Drake University. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and are required to submit their FAFSA SAR report or their parents most recent income tax return.

    • Ray and Evelyn Werner Educational, Human Services, or Agriculture Scholarship

      • A $1,000 scholarship award given in honor of Ray and Evelyn Werner who spent their lives educating and helping others. This award is for a Wapello High School graduating senior with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater, pursuing post-secondary education full-time at a 2- or 4-year college or university in the state of Iowa to pursue a career in education, a human services or agriculture-related field.

  • Deadline - March 7, 2025

Eastern Iowa Light and Power Cooperative Scholarship 

  • For a student to be eligible for the scholarship program, they must be graduating from high school in 2024 and their parents or guardian must be an Eastern Iowa Light & Power Cooperative member.

  • Deadline - March 12, 2025

Mediacom World Class Scholars Scholarship Program 

  • Deadline – March 14, 2025

First Friday Breakfast Club Scholarship 

  • FFBC awards $3,000 scholarships to Iowa high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership in efforts to increase education and understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) issues and reduce homophobia in their schools and/or communities.

  • Deadline - March 15, 2025

Tri-Rivers Conservation Foundation Director's Scholarship

  • This is a $1,000 scholarship. Payment will be made out to the recipient and the academic institution in November, after receiving a copy of the recipient’s class schedule.

  • The Tri-Rivers Conservation Foundation Board of Directors reviews applications and selects the recipient.

  • The selected candidate must be a graduate of a Louisa Resource Area high school with plans to attend a college, university or technical school.

  • The candidate’s area of study must lead to a degree in natural resources/conservation or the candidate must provide a convincing argument for either professional or personal justification that the candidate’s post high school study will support Tri-Rivers Conservation Foundation’s objectives. Students pursuing academic studies in conservation related fields or curriculum that can play a part in support of conservation may apply.

  • Eligibility is open to freshmen through post graduate.

  • The scholarship may be granted multiple years to the same candidate.

  • Deadline - March 15 at NOON

Tri-Rivers Conservation Foundation - William J. Paris Conservation Scholarship

  • This is a $1,000 scholarship. Payment will be made out to the recipient and the academic institution in November, after receiving a copy of the recipient’s class schedule.

  • The Tri-Rivers Conservation Foundation Board of Directors reviews applications and selects the recipient.

  • The selected candidate must be a graduate of a Louisa County high school or a Louisa County resident planning to attend an Iowa college, university or technical school.

  • Study emphasis must lead to a degree in a natural resources/conservation; or in another field, such as education. Candidates with a study emphasis outside of natural resources/conservation must provide either professional or personal justifications for why the candidate's emphasis of study will meet the scholarship objectives noted above.

  • Eligibility is open to any year of study (freshmen through post graduate).

  • Deadline - March 15 at NOON

The Hagan Scholarship 

  • Dedicated to helping students graduate debt free from college

  • Eligibility: 

    • ACT and SAT scores are not required.

    • Must attend an Eligible Public High School.

    • FAFSA EFC must not exceed $6,500.  

    • Must be a U.S. Citizen.

    • Must have achieved a 3.75 CGPA using a 4.0 Scale.

    • Must be ranked by the school and in the top 20% of the high school graduating class.

    • Must enroll at an eligible four-year college or university the first semester following high school graduation.

    • Must work 240 hours in the twelve months prior to the start of each year of college.

    • Must apply for eligible Federal and State grants.

    • Must not have a felony conviction.

  • Deadline: March 15, 2025

Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Iowa

  • Applicants need not have a connection to the masons

  • The scholarships are designed to assist graduating seniors in pursuing a postsecondary education in any state at an accredited institution which provides a two- or four-year college program. The scholarships may be used for any bona fide school related expense such as tuition, fees, and books.

  • Deadline - March 15

Iowa Financial Know-How Challenge: Senior Scholarship 

  • Deadline - March 31

UnityPoint Health Trinity Muscatine Employee Dependents - $1,000 Scholarship

  • Open to all high school seniors who are children, dependents, or step-children of permanent, full time or part time employees of UnityPoint Health-Trinity Muscatine or a UnityPoint Health - affiliated entity providing services in the Muscatine and/orWilton communities.

  • Copies can be picked up in Ms. Eakins' Office

  • Deadline - March 31, 2025

Trinity Muscatine Friends Volunteers Family Members $1,000 Scholarship

  • Offered to children, dependents, stepchildren, grandchildren, and step grandchildren of Trinity Muscatine Friends Volunteers.

  • Must be a graduating senior

  • Copies can be picked up in Ms. Eakins' Office

  • Deadline - March 31, 2025

SFM Foundation / Kids Chance Scholarship

  • To be eligible for a scholarship, you must:

    • Be the natural, adopted, step-child or full dependent of a worker injured or killed in a work-related accident during the course and scope of employment with an employer based in Minnesota or Iowa and entitled to receive benefits under the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act, Iowa Workers’ Compensation Act or other comparable benefit program exclusive to work-related injuries.

    • Be a Minnesota or Iowa resident between the ages of 16 and 27 at the time of the application.

    • Be a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident.

    • Have a high school diploma, GED or be a high school student in good standing. Academic achievement, aptitude, extracurricular activities, number of hours the applicant works and community service of the applicant are all considered. Grade point average will be reviewed against the number of hours the applicant works and his or her community involvement.

    • Be pursuing a primary college or university degree (bachelor’s or associate’s), vocational education and training (certificate or license) or master’s degree from an accredited school.

    • Demonstrate financial need.

    • Submit a completed application.

  • Deadline - March 31

Roger Menke Memorial Scholarship

  • To be eligible for Roger Menke Memorial College Scholarship, student athletes must meet all

    the following criteria:

    • Be a graduating senior and member of a varsity high school athletic program served by

      Roger Menke in his officiating career.

    • Have maintained a minimum high school GPA of 3.0

    • Intend to enroll full-time in a two or four-year college/university beginning the following

      fall term

  • Have submitted a complete application prior to the deadline of April 1, 2025.

Iowa Master Farm Homemaker Scholarship

  • The $500 scholarship will be given to a high school senior girl who exhibits the values of the organization , including education, life-long learning and volunteerism.

  • Deadline - April 1, 2025

Louisa County Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Conservation Scholarship~$1,000

  • Applicant's must:

    • Students should be graduating seniors with a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative grade point average.

    • Students must be pursuing a career in conservation, natural resources, environmental
      education, conservation law enforcement, biology or related field at an accredited
      institution of higher education (i.e. Junior College, Community College. Technical
      College, College or University).

    • Students must demonstrate leadership skills and the motivation to participate in
      extracurricular activities.

    • Students must demonstrate a commitment to and passion for conservation and
      improvement of wildlife habitat.

    • Students must submit an autobiography and essay. (See application for details).

    • Two letters of recommendation must be attached to the application.

    • High schools/students must submit completed applications and attachments to theLouisa County Chapter contact by April 1

Iowa Scholarship for the Arts 

  • Apply for funding to pursue a post-secondary education in the arts. The Scholarship for the Arts provides support to Iowa high school seniors who excel and demonstrate a commitment to pursuing an arts-related major at an Iowa college or university.

  • Deadline - April 1, 2025

2025 Brian Pearson Memorial Scholarship

  • Qualifications: High school junior or seniors for the 2021-2022 school year who have previously participated in any Iowa Games events (Summer Iowa Games, Winter Iowa Games, Iowa Games Net Fest, Iowa Games NASP, etc) are eligible for this scholarship.

  • Deadline - April 1, 2025

Louisa County Izaak Walton League Scholarship

  • This scholarship is established to promote good stewardship of our natural resources by helping defray the cost of college education for a student in any course of study supportive of our mission, which is:

    • To conserve, maintain, protect and restore the soil, forest, water and other natural resources of the United States and other lands: and to promote means and opportunities for the education of the public with respect to such resources and their enjoyment and wholesome utilization.

  • To edit this scholarship - please "MAKE A COPY" and rename with your name

  • Deadline: First Monday in April

The Iowa Girls Coaching Association

Wapello PEO Scholarship

  • The Wapello Chapter of P.E.O. is pleased to sponsor a $1,000 scholarship to be awarded to a  graduating young woman who desires to further her education in a four-year college or a  vocational school. 

  • Deadline -April 5, to the Counseling Office

Scott Keltner Memorial Scholarship

  • This scholarship will be effective beginning with the class of 1989

  • The amount of this scholarship will be $200, which may change at the wishes of Mr. Job Keltner.

  • All applicants must complete an application form.

  • The scholarship will be paid at the start of the second semester of college.

  • Applications must be submitted to the COUNSELING OFFICE by April 5, of the year of graduation.

Florence Potter Memorial Scholarship.

  • Applicant must:

    • The student must have a composite 3.0 grade point average or above in high school. 

    • The student must be a current graduating senior of Wapello Community High School 

    • Scholarships are available to those entering a two- or four-year college or university or a  two-year business college in Iowa.  

    • One half of the scholarship will be paid in each semester or equal portions in each  grading period to the college during the freshman year.  

    • If a student chooses to go to another school other than those listed above, they will forfeit  the scholarship.

  • Deadline - April 5 - to the Counseling Office

Family & Consumer Science Scholarship

  • The Wapello High School FCS Scholarship Committee invites you to apply for the FCS Scholarship. It is our hope every senior who is determined to further his/her education will submit an application.

  • Deadline - April 5 - to the Counseling Office

Trae Robert Bohlen Memorial Scholarship

  • Guidelines:

    • The scholarship will be in the amount of $500, unless otherwise decided by the scholarship committee.

    • All applicants must complete an application form.

    • The applicant must be a current year graduating senior of Wapello High School.

    • This scholarship will be paid at the start of the 2nd semester of college.

  • Deadline - April 5 to the WHS School Counseling Office

Oakville Community Scholarship

  • For graduating WHS seniors

  • Deadline - April 5 - to the counseling office

Wapello Alumni Scholarship

  • The Wapello High School Alumni Scholarship Committee invites you to apply for the Alumni  Scholarship. It is our hope every senior who is determined to further his/her education will  submit an application.

  • Deadline - April 5 - to the Counseling Office

Ol' Dad Cross Scholarship - Wapello Music Boosters

  • The OL’ DAD CROSS SCHOLARSHIP, awarded by the Wapello Music Boosters is a $250 award
    given to one or more seniors who are involved in the music programs at Wapello High School.
    You DO NOT have to major or minor in music to be considered for this award.

  • Deadline - April 5 - to the WHS Counseling Office

The Trace Dossett Memorial Educational Scholarship 

  • Criterion: 

    • The amount of the scholarship will be $1000. 

    • The money will be used to further the student’s education in a post secondary
      institution. Scholarship will be rewarded at the beginning of the second
      semester. 

    • All applicants must complete an application form. 

    • Grade Point Average of C or better. Provide school transcript. 

    • Demonstrate a positive attitude toward education. Written reference letters of that attitude from at least two teachers and/or administrators. 

    • Provide a brief interview with person providing the memorial award. See
      guidance for more details. 

  • Deadline - April 5 to Ms. Eakins

T.R. Helmig Memorial Scholarship Offered by Solid Rock Baptist Church

  • The Thatcher Ray Helmig Memorial Scholarship, administered by Solid Rock Baptist Church, was established in 2011 in memory of the infant son of Thadeaus and Cherrish Helmig. This is a competitive scholarship open to high school seniors of who have

    • (1) residence in Louisa County regardless of high school location,

    • (2) a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0,

    • (3) accepted the Christian faith, and

    • (4) plans to enroll full-time (minimum of 12 credit hours) as an undergraduate college student for the fall term of the 2024-2025 academic year.  

  • Applications due-April 13, 2025

Leo H. Grether Memorial Scholarship

  • Applicant must:

    • be a citizen of the State of Iowa;

    • be a graduating senior;

    • be enrolling in college as a vocal music education major

    • submit a tape containing two selections of a contrasting nature;

    • submit a listing of school music participation and accomplishments;

    • provide a letter listing music involvement in church and/or community cosigned by the pastor or civic leader;

    • submit a one-page essay entitled, “Why I Have Chosen Choral Music Education As A Career.”

  • Deadline - April 15

Mutual Telephone Company of Morning Sun & Louisa Communications

  • This is the 25th consecutive year that the Mutual Telephone Company of Morning Sun has given a scholarship to a graduating senior.  This year we hope to present a $500 scholarship to chosen seniors whose primary residence has dial tone phone or internet service provided by Mutual Telephone Company of Morning Sun or Louisa Communications.

  • Deadline - April 15

Ecklund Memorial Scholarship

  • For all graduating seniors at WHS

  • Deadline - April 18 - to the Counseling Office

Matteson Scholarship 

  • The  Keokuk Area Community Foundation and the North Lee County Community Foundation established the Matteson Scholarship. This scholarship will be ONLY be awarded to high school seniors, as well as, continuing education students pursuing studies in agriculture, health/medical sciences,  nursing, engineering, information technology or trades. 

  • To be eligible for the Matteson Scholarship, students and working adults must live (or have a permanent address) in the Iowa Counties of Lee, Des Moines or Henry. The Matteson Scholarship also accepts scholarship applications from graduates of Wapello Senior High in Louisa County. 

  • Applicants must have at least a 2.0 GPA but not more than a 3.5 GPA.  A GPA of 3.5  and higher will be considered but special circumstances must be met  under this program.

  • Selection criteria will include financial need, personal character, and career goals. Preference will be given to students seeking a two-year degree or completion of a certificate  program.

  • Deadline - April 21, 2025

Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities Scholarship 

  • To be eligible, candidates must be the child or grandchild of a person employed by an IAMU member (utility, associate, or affiliate).

    • Applicants must demonstrate a history of participation in school activities or groups and/or community leadership.

    • Attend college/technical school within the state of Iowa

    • Parent/Grandparent/Legal Guardian must be an employee of an IAMU verified member

    • 3.0 minimum GPA

  • Deadline - April 25, 2025

Two Rivers Bank and Trust Scholarship

  • Two Rivers Bank & Trust is sponsoring a scholarship to a graduating senior from Wapello Community High School.

  • The scholarship will be $250 per year assuming satisfactory progress toward graduation. Thus, the scholarship could be as much as $1,000 for a student attending a four year school.

  • Deadline - April 26  - to Counseling Office

Carter Howard Memorial Scholarship

  • Deadline - April 30

Wapello Community Club Education Scholarship 

  • Criterion:

    • The amount of the scholarship will be $500

    • The money will be used to further the student’s education in a postsecondary institution. The scholarship will be awarded at the beginning of the second semester.

    • All applicants must complete an application form.

    • Applicants must have a GPA of C or better. Please provide a copy of your transcript with your application.

    • Applicants must demonstrate a positive attitude toward education and the Wapello community.

    • Please provide two written reference letters. One should be from a teacher or administrator. The other should be from a community member.

  • Deadline - May 1, to the Counseling Office

Iowa PGA Foundation Scholarship

  • For Iowa seniors

  • Deadline - June 15, 2025

COLLEGE SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS

These are example scholarship and financial aid websites for different colleges around the state of Iowa. All universities and colleges will have a website similar to these examples. These colleges are our most popular amongst the senior class.

PLEASE NOTE: PRIORITY DATES WILL BE DIFFERENT FOR THE 2024-2025 FAFSA FORM - PLEASE CHECK THE COLLEGES NEW DATE - DATES WILL CHANGE BACK NEXT YEAR.

CENTRAL COLLEGE

COE COLLEGE

DES MOINES AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (DMACC)

GRANDVIEW UNIVERSITY

HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

INDIAN HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

IOWA SCHOOL OF BEAUTY

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MOUNT MERCY UNIVERSITY

  • Priority Date for FAFSA: May 1st

  • https://www.mtmercy.edu/admissions-aid/financial-aid/index

  • The Catherine McAuley Scholarship

    • Applicants must:

      • Be an Iowa resident and graduate from an Iowa high school.

      • Be admitted as a new freshmen to Mount Mercy.

      • Reside all four years on Mount Mercy’s campus during the academic year.

      • Participate in Mount Mercy’s College Success Program during their first year on campus.

      • File the FAFSA prior to July 1 (first year) and May 1 (subsequent years) that shows family income of $50,000 or less and Pell Grant eligibility.

        • FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You can fill out the FAFSA free of charge.

SOUTHEASTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA

UPPER IOWA UNIVERSITY

  • Priority Date for FAFSA: June 30

  • https://uiu.edu/admissions/tuition-and-costs/financial-aid/

WARTBURG COLLEGE

  • Priority Date of FAFSA: March 1st

  • https://www.wartburg.edu/financial-aid/

WILLIAM PENN UNIVERSITY