| 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 Thursday, September 26 |
| 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 |
October 29, 2019 |
| Ron Brown Scholar Program |
$10,000/yr renewable |
Black/African American senior who excels academically, shows leadership, and has multiple community service activities; must demonstrate financial need, be a U.S. citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card; CLICK here for more info and to download the application form |
Must be postmarked by November 1, 2019 |
| Cooke College Scholarship |
up to $40,000/yr |
High-achieving senior with financial need who attends a highly ranked 4-year college or university; demonstrated perseverance in the face of challenges; demonstrated leadership; and proven service to others; must apply through the Common App; click here to begin application process |
November 13, 2019 |
| Iowa Women in Natural Resources Scholarship |
$500 |
Senior enrolling in an Iowa university or community college and pursuing a career in a natural resources field; working on or planning to work on a conservation project; written project description and personal essay; pick up application info in the folder on the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
Completed application and materials must be postmarked by November 15, 2019 |
| Iowa State University Freshman Scholarships (100s awarded) |
up to full tuition |
Must apply to and be admitted by December 1, 2019, 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 |
December 1, 2019 |
| Christian 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, 2019 |
| ISCA Class of 2020 Scholarship |
varies, at least $500 |
Graduating senior; 250-word or less essay about a K-12 school counselor who made a difference in your life; CLICK here to access application |
January 10, 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 11, 2020 |
| America's Farmers Grow Ag Scholarship |
$1,500 |
Senior planning to pursue a degree or certification in specific areas of agriculture, minimum GPA of 2.5 on 4.0 scale, two endorsements from local farmers, do NOT have to be an FFA member to apply; CLICK here for apply and application |
January 15, 2020 |
| United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship |
$1,000 |
U.S. citizen, proven leadership, active in the school and community, honors and awards. Get the paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
postmarked no later than January 24, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| 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 January 31, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| Iowa Horse Council Scholarship |
$750 |
High school senior who is an Iowa resident and a current member in good standing of the Iowa Horse Council or one of its affiliated organizations. CLICK here to access more info and the scholarship app for printing. |
February 1, 2020 |
| Iowa Environmental Health Scholarship |
$500 renewable |
Must enroll as a full-time student at an Iowa college and major in an Environmental Health related field. CLICK here for more information and to access the application |
February 1, 2020 |
| 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; 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, 2020 |
| Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship |
full tuition at an accredited and approved 4-year college |
Minority high school senior who is a U.S. citizen planning to attend an accredited and approved 4-year institution in the United States, show leadership potential, demonstrate a dedication to community service, present evidence of financial need, 21 or high ACT composite; CLICK here for more info and to access online application |
February 1, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| ISRPA Scholarships |
$1,000 (total of 2 awarded) |
Senior who is U.S. citizen who demonstrates good moral character, has 3.0 or above GPA, is accepted to an accredited college or trade school, and have participated on a Rifle-Pistol-Air Rifle team or club with plans to continue competing. Get the paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
Postmarked by February 1, 2020 |
| Iowa Newspaper Foundation Scholarships |
$500-$1,000 (8 types) |
Senior enrolling in a college major preparing for a career in media; participation in yearbook or newspaper at LCHS. CLICK here for descriptions and application. |
February 14, 2020 |
| Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship |
$1,000 |
Senior employed with Hy-Vee who began employment by 9/15/2019 or who is a child of a Hy-Vee employee who has worked for Hy-Vee for at least 6 months; CLICK here for more info and to access the application |
postmarked no later than February 20, 2020 |
| 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 21, 2020 |
| 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 |
February 28, 2020 |
| Theatre Arts Guild Scholarship |
$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 |
11:59 p.m. on March 1, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| Acacia Leadership Scholarship Iowa State University |
up to $5,000 over 4 years |
Male incoming freshman who has excelled in academics, extracurricular activities, and community involvement; CLICK here for more info and to access the application |
March 1, 2020 |
| Iowa Farm Bureau Scholarships |
$1,000 |
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 |
March 1, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| Metro Community College Freshman Scholarships (100s awarded) |
up to $10,000 |
Apply and be accepted to MCC; complete scholarship essay form; CLICK here for info and to apply |
March 1, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| Council Bluffs Evening Musicale Scholarship |
$500 |
Senior enrolling in an accredited 2- or 4-year college who has an established record of musical participation, achievement, and skill; 3.0 or better GPA; pick up a paper application packet from the file folder across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door |
postmarked no later than March 1, 2020 |
| The Jewish Federation of America |
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 2, 2019 |
| 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 2, 2020, 5:00 p.m. |
| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation |
vary, can be up to full tuition, renewable |
Must be the child of active duty, reserve, or retired U.S. Marine or Navy Corpsman that's attached to a Marine unit; 2.0 GPA on 4.0 scale, adjusted family gross income of $103,000, planning to attend a college or career training school; CLICK here for more info and to access the application |
March 3, 2020 |
| Freddy Miranda Scholarship |
$1,000 (5 awarded) |
Must attend a college that belongs to Iowa ACAC and have demonstrated care for others and have a desire to improve the world; special consideration given to underrepresented populations who are first-generation and/or demonstrate financial need; CLICK here to access the application |
March 4, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship for Lewis Central High School Senior |
$2,000 |
Must enroll in an accredited 2- or 4-year college and select a course of study leading toward an academic degree; scholastic achievement, participation and leadership in school and community activities, good citizenship and moral character. Get the paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
applications must be returned to LCHS Counseling Office by 3:00 p.m. March 16, 2020 |
| Dr. I.M. Ozaydin Memorial Scholarship |
Varies |
Upper 25% of senior class, involvement in extracurricular activities and/or work, short personal essay; get paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
must be returned to Mrs. Bode-Steinke by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 27, 2020 |
| Southwest Iowa Educational Foundation Scholarships |
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, 2020 |
| 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; get the paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
Received via U.S. mail no later than March 31, 2020 |
| Paragon IT Professionals Scholarship |
$1,000 |
Involved in technology classes or clubs with a plan to pursue a technology-related career; GPA of 3.0/4.0 scale; enrolling full-time at an Iowa college, university, or community college; provide high school transcript and two letters of recommendation; essay with a maximum of 500 words about the senior's future career aspirations; CLICK here for more info and the application |
March 31, 2020 |
| Acacia Leadership Scholarship University of Iowa |
$250-3,000/yr renewable |
Male incoming freshman who has excelled in academics, extracurricular activities, and community involvement; CLICK here for more info and to access the application |
completed application must be emailed to iowa20@acacia.org by March 31, 2020 |
| 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, Minnesota, or Wisconsin; 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, 2020 |
| Raymond G. Alvine Memorial Scholarships for Engineering |
$5,000 |
Must enroll in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering at a University of Nebraska college, 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, 2020 |
| 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; get the paper application from Mrs. Bode-Steinke |
Must be postmarked by April 1, 2020 |
| IGAF Ann Griffel Scholarship |
$2,000 |
Female enrolling at an Iowa institution of higher learning -- 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, 2020 |
| 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, 2020 |
| AGC Iowa Diesel Tech |
$1,000 (5 awarded) |
Must be entering a diesel technician or diesel engine diploma program at an Iowa community college. Get the paper application from the filed attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's door. |
April 12, 2020 |
| ACG Highway Construction( Heavy Equipment Operation, Engineering Tech, General Contstruction) Scholarships |
$1,000 (5 awarded) |
Preference given to those interested in working in the heavy highway industry, but open to any senior interested in Heavy Equipment Operation, Engineering Technician, or general construction programs. Get the paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's door. |
April 12, 2020 |
| 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 paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
emailed or postmarked by April 13, 2020 |
| 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 |
April 22, 2020 |
| 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, 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 2019-20 school year.
Get the paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
postmarked no later than May 1, 2020 |
| 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 16, 2020, at the Council Bluffs Public Library, Meeting Room D. Completed application must be returned no later than May 11, 2020, to: Trust Department at U.S. Bank, PO Box 1989, Council Bluffs, Iowa 51502; CLICK here to access application |
Application due by May 11, 2020; examination on May 16,2020 |
| 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 29, 2020 |
| Iowa PGA Charles Burkart Scholarship |
$1,500/yr (renewable) |
Must have displayed an interest in golf, have a potential for future contributions to the game, display leadership skills, and have been involved in your community; CLICK here to access application |
June 19, 2020 |
| Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship |
full-tuition |
Completing the FAFSA and enrolling full-time in a high demand program; CLICK here for the list of high-demand programs. This scholarship will cover the rest of your tuition not covered by other state and federal aid |
TBD |