| SCHOLARSHIP TITLE |
AMOUNT |
CRITERIA |
DEADLINE |
| PEO Star Scholarship |
$2,500 |
Senior female who displays leadership and has been involved in community service and extracurricular activities; 3.0 or better GPA; must write a letter of application describing how you meet the criteria |
application letters addressed to "Dear Scholarship Committee" due to Mrs. Bode-Steinke by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30 |
| Heisman High School Scholarship |
$500 State, National Finalist $1,000, National Winner $5,000 |
Senior athlete with a cumulative weighted high school grade point average of 3.0 or better; be a leader in the school and community and serve as a role model for underclassmen and women; CLICK here for info and to access the application |
5:00 p.m. Central Time 10/20/2020 |
| Horatio Alger Scholarship |
$10,000-$50,000 |
Critical financial need ($55,000 or less adjusted gross family income), integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, 2.0 or better GPA, community service, U.S. citizenship; CLICK here for info and to access application |
October 25, 2020 |
| Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship |
up to $40,000/yr |
Intend to enroll in an accredited 4-year college beginning in fall 2021, 3.5 or higher GPA, unmet financial need (family income up to $95,000 considered), Common App completion; CLICK here for info and to begin application |
October 30, 2020, 11:59 p.m. |
| Coca-Cola Scholarship |
$20,000 |
Graduating senior who has achieved at high levels academically and who has served in leadership roles both in the school and community; volunteerism/community service is also considered. CLICK here for more information and to apply. |
5:00 p.m. Eastern October 31, 2020 |
| Iowa State University Freshman Scholarships (100s awarded) |
up to full tuition |
Must apply to and be admitted by 2020 deadline, for top scholarships; other factors vary, but can include GPA, test scores, leadership, and community service; CLICK here for more info and to apply for admission |
To be determined, usually December 1 |
| Christina Hixson Opportunity Award at Iowa State University |
about $4,500/yr total of about $18,000 |
Apply and be accepted to ISU; extreme financial need as reflected in FAFSA, which has been completed by December 1; demonstrated ability and determination; CLICK here for info and the online application |
December 15, 2020 |
| Iowa State Beta Sigma Psi Lutheran Fraternity Darryl Jahn Memorial Scholarship |
$2,000 (3 awarded) |
Male student attending Iowa State, but do NOT have to join Beta Sigma Psi; involvement in church activities, academic achievement, involvement and recognition for extracurricular activities, personal interview; CLICK here to access scholarship |
January 5, 2021 |
| Iowa Corn Growers Association Future of Agriculture Scholarships |
$1,000 (9 awarded) |
Son/daughter of ICGA member enrolling in an accredited junior college, college or university, letter of recommendation; CLICK here for more info and to access online application |
February 1, 2021 |
| National Guard Officers Auxiliary Scholarships |
$1,000 (total of 3 awarded) |
Must be a dependent of an Iowa National Guard Member (current or retired) who is pursuing a 2- or 4-year degree or certificate program; you will be judged on an essay answer, work and leadership background, as well as GPA, test scores and letters of recommendation. CLICK here for more info and application access |
February 1, 2021 |
| Grand Lodge of Iowa Masonic Scholarship |
$2,000 |
Service to school and community with special emphasis upon leadership roles; strong academic record, communication skills, and financial need are also considered; CLICK here to access the application. |
February 1, 2021 |
| Theatre Arts Guild Scholarship |
up to, $3,000 |
Must plan to pursue a degree in acting, dance, voice, direction, design, broadcasting theatre management, technical design, etc., as well as complete up to a 5-minute audition with two contrasting pieces; CLICK here for info and application |
Two adult letters of recommendation due by 11:59 p.m. on February 5, 2021; if then asked to submit an audition by 8:00 p.m. on February 26, 2021 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Scholarships |
$2,500 renewable up to 4 years |
Senior who is the son or daughter of an Iowa Farm Bureau member who has been accepted to an accredited college, university, or community college and who is working toward a degree in an occupational area of agriculture and/or agribusiness; this can include Conservation and Natural Resources and even Nursing, if you plan to work in a rural area; CLICK here to find out more and access application |
February 26, 2021 |
| Iowa Financial Aid Know-How Challenge: Senior Scholarship |
$2,000 |
Complete two online tutorials about lowering overall college costs and maximizing your return on college investment. Take the assessment at the end. The 30 seniors with the highest scores on the assessment will be awarded $2,000 to be sent directly to their college. Click here to register and read the complete rules. |
all three steps must be completed before 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2021 |
| The Jewish Federation of Omaha |
vary; up to $10,000 |
Must be a Jewish student living in the Omaha metropolitan area. Scholarships available for 2- and 4-year colleges, as well as trade and vocational programs; some are based on need; others, on academic merit; CLICK here for additional info and application |
March 1, 2021 |
| IAD Foundation for Education Scholarships (10 different ones) |
$2,500 |
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; letter about career goals, recommendation from adult, and completion of the FAFSA; CLICK here to see all of the scholarships and access application |
March 1, 2021, 5:00 p.m. |
| Offutt Enlisted Spouses Club High School Scholarship |
varies |
Must have parent who is active duty military, retired, or deceased; ACT score; essay; involvement in school and community; need; CLICK here for info and application |
March 12, 2021 |
| Strong desire to pursue post-secondary education either at a 2- or 4-year college or a vocational or trade school; get the application from the folder attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office |
amounts vary for over 70 scholarships -- up to $4,000 |
Over 70 scholarships are offered.You will receive a follow-up email for the scholarships for which you meet the criteria. March 22 is the deadline for any additional requested information. CLICK here to access info and application |
March 15, 2021 |
| First Friday Breakfast Club |
$3,000 |
Participated in significant activities to promote LGBT acceptance and provide education and understanding of LGBT issues in your school or community. For more info and to access application, CLICK here. |
March 16, 2021 |
| Bluff City Lodge #71 |
$750 |
Strong desire to pursue post-secondary education either at a 2- or 4-year college or a vocational or trade school; PRINT the application available here |
Received via U.S. mail no later than March 31, 2021 |
| SFM Foundation Scholarships |
Up to $10,000/year |
Must have had a parent or guardian who was disabled or fatally injured in a workplace accident in Iowa or Minnesota; must pursue vocational education and training or a bachelor's or associate's degree at an accredited school; financial need; CLICK here for more info and application |
March 31, 2021 |
| Raymond G. Alvine Memorial Scholarships for Engineering |
$5,000 |
Must enroll in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering at a University of Nebraska System, University of Iowa, Iowa State, or Kansas State; 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale, 24 or higher ACT composite; essay; FAFSA completed; CLICK here for more info and application |
March 31, 2021 |
| Iowa Western Community College Freshman Scholarships (one form for over 400 awarded) |
up to full tuition/$5,000/yr |
Qualifications vary, but academic excellence, extracurricular achievements, and leadership are considered. CLICK here for info and application |
Presidential -- March 15, 2021; others -- April 22, 2021 |
| Grand Lodge of Iowa Technical Scholarships |
varies |
Must plan to enroll in a mechanical or trades course of study at an Iowa community college; solid academic record, communication skills, and financial need.
Click here to access the application. |
March 1, 2021 |
| Metro Community College Freshman Scholarships (100s awarded) |
1 application for hundreds of scholarships; up to $10,000 |
Apply and be accepted to MCC; complete scholarship essay form; CLICK here for info and to apply |
Early Awarding: December 1, 2020; Last Call: March 1, 2021 |
| The University of Iowa Freshman Scholarships (100s awarded) |
up to $8,500/yr |
Qualifications vary, but test scores and GPA are considered; some require a minimum ACT; CLICK here for info and the application |
March 1, 2021 |
| University of Northern Iowa Freshman Scholarships (100s awarded) |
up to $4,000/yr |
Qualifications vary, but academic excellence, extracurricular achievements, and leadership are considered. CLICK here for info and application |
admitted to UNI and scholarship app completed by January 15, 2021 |
| University of Nebraska Lincoln Freshman Scholarships(100s awarded) |
up to $15,000/yr |
Qualifications vary, but academic excellence, extracurricular achievements, and leadership are considered. CLICK here for info and application |
vary but earliest is February 1, 2021 |
| IAMU Utility Scholarship |
$1,000 |
Live in residence of a verified customer of an Iowa Association Utility (most area residences are), attend a post-high school education program IN IOWA, preference given to applicants entering a utility related career like electric line worker water treatment operator, or operator qualified natural gas positions; CLICK here for more info and application |
February 15, 2021 |
| Council Bluffs Centennial Rotary Scholarship |
$1,000 (2 offered) |
Must be actively involved in the betterment of our community through volunteer work and community service. CLICK here for more info and to access application for printing. |
emailed applications to jenniferleverett76@gmail.com,due by 5:00 p.m. on March 1, 2021 |
| University of Nebraska Omaha Freshman Scholarships (100s awarded) |
up to full tuition |
Must apply to and be admitted by March 1, 2020; qualifications vary, but financial need, GPA, test scores, leadership, and community service can be factors; CLICK here for more info |
March 1, 2021 |
| Iowa United Methodist Foundation Scholarships |
vary; over 100 awarded |
Criteria vary, but you do not need to be Methodist for several of these scholarships; CLICK here for more info and application |
March 1, 2021 |
| IGAF Ann Griffel Scholarship |
$2,000 |
Female enrolling at an Iowa institution of higher learning who has a passion for golf -- university, college, or trade school; awards based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, and leadership qualities, not on golf accomplishments or ability; CLICK here for info and application |
April 1, 2021 |
| IGAF Herman Sani Scholarship |
$2,000 (renewable up to 4 yrs) |
Must have experience or background in golf; awards based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, and leadership, not on golf accomplishments or ability; CLICK here for info and application |
April 1, 2021 |
| American Legion Auxiliary Post #2 Scholarship |
$500 |
Must have a parent, grandparent, great-grandparent or step-parent who has served or is serving in the United States military; CLICK here to access and print the application |
Emailed by April 2, 2021 |
| Karsyn's Krusaders/Jessica Miller Memorial Cancer Scholarship |
$1,000 (5 awarded) |
Either had a diagnosis of cancer before the age of 18 and have been treated for a pediatric form of cancer OR been a sibling of a person diagnosed with a form of pediatric cancer; accepted to an accredited college or vocational/trade school; documentation verifying cancer diagnosis and a recommendation letter; one page essay. Get a paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
emailed or postmarked by April 13, 2021 |
| Iowa Association of Building Officials Scholarship |
One 4-yr program winner of $500/yr renewable; one 2-year program winner $500/yr renewable |
Admittance to a Building Trades, Architecture, or Construction Management program at one of the programs listed on the application available if your CLICK here |
Must be postmarked by May 1, 2021 |
| Northwest Missouri State University Freshman Scholarships (100s awarded) |
up to $8,000/yr |
Must apply to and be admitted by May 1, 2021; qualifications vary, but financial need, GPA, test scores, leadership, and community service can be factors; CLICK here for more info |
President's -- 4th Thursday in January; others -- May 1, 2021 |
| Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship |
vary, 28 different scholarships |
Plan to attend an accredited college or university in the U.S., academic excellence, commitment to the field of study, and/or financial need; CLICK here for info and to apply |
Opens November 1, 2020; deadline of midnight EST January 31, 2020 |
| The Pearl Hull Falk Scholarship for the University of Iowa |
$5,000 |
Must be of the Protestant faith, a resident of Iowa, and attending the University of Iowa full time in the 2020-21 school year.
Get the paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
May 3, 2021 |
| Future Ready Iowa Last Dollar Scholarship |
up to full tuition for eligible school and program |
Must complete the FAFSA and enroll in a program full time that leads to a high-demand job; some examples include computer-aided design and drafting, nursing, aviation technology, surgical technology, welding, and MANY, many more. CLICK here for more info and access to colleges and programs. |
Varies, but college application and FAFSA should be completed by May 1, 2021 |
| LCEA Future Educator Scholarship |
$1,000 |
LCHS 2021 graduate who will pursue a degree to become a teacher. CLICK here to access application. |
3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 7, 2021 |
| LC Titan Tenacity Pepsi-Cola Scholarships |
Four scholarships of $500; 1 guaranteed for technical or trade; another for 2- or 4-yr college; 2 at large |
LCHS 2021 graduate who will pursue either a trade or technical degree or certificate or a 2- or 4-year college degree. Must be able to explain how you have demonstrated tenacity while in high school. CLICK here to access application |
3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 7, 2021 |
| Eli Namen Scholarship |
Varies |
Must be a senior graduating from a Pottawattamie County high school who completes the application and receives a top score on an examination given at 9:00 a.m. on May 22, 2021, at the Council Bluffs Public Library. Completed application must be returned no later than May 14, 2021, to: Trust Department at U.S. Bank, 525 N 13snd Street, Omaha, NE 68164; get application from file on wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
Application due by May 14, 2021; examination on May 22, 2021. |
| Alice L Graham Scholarship |
$500/yr for 4 years |
Must be a senior graduating from a Pottawattamie County high school who completes the application and receives a top score on an examination given at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 22, 2021, at the Council Bluffs Public Library, Meeting Room D. Get applications from the file acrosse from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. Completed application must be returned no later than May 17, 2021, to jennifer.hendrix@usbank.com. |
completed app due by May 17, 2021; examination on May 22 |
| Children's Cancer Connection's Empowering Scholarships |
$500-$5,000 |
Must be directly affected by childhood cancer because either you or a sibling has had cancer before age 18; must plan to attend an accredited 2- or 4-year institution, GPA of 2.5 or better; CLICK here for application and more info |
May 28, 2021 |