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 explaining how you meet the criteria and addressed to "Dear Scholarship Committee" are due to Mrs. Bode-Steinke by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 15 |
Heisman High School Scholarship |
$500 State, National Finalist $1,000, National Winner $10,000 |
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 October 19, 2021 |
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation 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 |
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship |
up to $55,000/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 |
November 18, 2021 |
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, 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, 2022 |
Wayne State College |
up to full tuition/approximately $6,000/yr |
Must apply to and be admitted to Wayne State; qualifications vary, but GPA, test scores, leadership, community service, financial need, and talents are factors for some scholarships. CLICK here for more info and application |
vary, but earliest is January 15, 2022 |
Future Ready Iowa Last Dollar Scholarship |
up to full tuition for eligible school and program |
Must complete the FAFSA and enroll in a certificate, diploma, or associate degree 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, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
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 February 1, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
Grand Lodge of Iowa Masonic Scholarship |
up to 60 scholarships for $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, 2022 |
Iowa Farm Bureau Scholarships |
$2,500 renewable up to 4 years |
Senior who is the child 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 10, 2022 |
IAMU Utility Scholarship |
$1,000 |
Must be the child or grandchild of a person employed by an Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities member (utility, associate, or affiliate), attend college/technical school within the state of Iowa, 3.0 or better GPA. CLICK here for more information and the application. |
February 15, 2022 |
IAMU General Scholarships |
$500 |
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, 2022 |
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 (can be up to $130,000 adjusted gross income); others, on academic merit; CLICK here for additional info and application |
March 1, 2022 |
Build Your Legacy Scholarships |
$1,000/4 awarded |
Open to graduating seniors who is the dependent of a Legacy Mutual Insurance Association policy holder; must successfully completes your first semester of trade school, college or university; application must be typed or computer generated; academic performance and involvement in your school and community are considered. CLICK here for more information and to access the application. |
March 1, 2022 |
Joseph DeHoyos Carle Memorial Scholarship |
$1,900 |
Open to Lewis Central and Council Bluffs seniors; 3.0 or better GPA; attending a 2- or 4-year college; involved in tennis, golf, basketball, or football. CLICK here to access the application. |
5:00 p.m. on March 1, 2022 |
IADA 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, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
Grand Lodge of Iowa Technical Scholarships |
varies, but in 2021, each was $2,500 |
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, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
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 |
March 1, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
Joe Halbur Scholarship |
$1,000 |
Iowa resident who is pursuing a degree in natural resources; preference given to those pursuing a degree in environmental education, cultural cultural
interpretation, historical interpretation or outdoor recreation. In-state college is preferred. CLICK here for more info and how to apply. |
March 4, 2022 |
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; CLICK here to access an application you will need to make a copy of before completing; see Mrs. Bode-Steinke if you have trouble copying the application |
Received via U.S. mail no later than March 31, 2022 |
Southwest Iowa Educational Foundation Scholarships |
amounts vary for over 100 scholarships -- up to $4,000 |
Over 100 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, 2022 |
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 15, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
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 |
April 8, 2022 |
Hoff Family Arts & Culture Performing Arts Scholarship |
up to $5,000/yr |
Graduating senior intending to pursue a course of study in within Art, Music, Theater, Dance or Culinary Arts; must log at least 40 hours of service or participation in classes, productions, or volunteer work at the Hoff Family Arts Center or with PACE Partner organizations including: PACE, Chanticleer Community Theater, Kanesville Symphony Orchestra, American Midwest Ballet and Kitchen Council. Examples of service work might include being part of the cast or crew of a Chanticleer production, volunteering in the box office or gallery as a Junior PACE Ambassador or being a teacher’s or chef’s assistant during an art or culinary class. CLICK here for more info and application. |
March 11, 2022 |
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, 2022 |
Ag Coop Safety Directors of Iowa Scholarship |
up to $3,000 multiple offered |
2022 high school graduate pursuing a college, university, or trade school degree in an agriculture or safety related field; must write an essay on "What does agriculture safety mean to me?" One letter of recommendation from a non-family member is also required. CLICK here for more info and to download the application |
April 29, 2022 |
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 -- 3rd Thursday in January; others -- May 1, 2022 |
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 2022-23 school year.
Get the paper application from the file attached to the wall across from Mrs. Bode-Steinke's office door. |
May 2, 2022 |
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 18, 2022 |