Scholarships
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Local (MP District) Scholarships
Alliant Energy Community Service Scholarship
Eligibility: 24 and younger; have Alliant Energy as provider; GPA higher than 2.5, plan to enroll for the first time to a two or four year school in Iowa, Wisconsin or Minnesota.
Bright Scholars of Iowa
The Bright Foundation in Des Moines offers full-ride scholarships to any of Iowa's three Regent universities (Iowa, UNI, Iowa State), as well as Des Moines Area Community College and Indian Hills Community College.
National Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship
Students should be graduating senior with a 3.0 or higher GPA going to a accredited institution of higher education. They must support the preservation of hunting tradition and actively participate in a hunting sport...
Mercy Iowa City Health Career Scholarship
$1,000.00 scholarship to a high school senior that plans to continue health professional training at the collegiate level. Health occupations include Nursing, Pharmacy, Radiology, Resp. Therapy, Clinical Lab., Surgical Tech., Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy.
Iowa District Optimist Essay Contest
Topic for the 2019-20 school year is: "Is Optimism the Key to Achieving the Dreams you iMagine?"
Iowa 4-H Scholarship
Iowa 4-H members are eligible to apply if they meet individual scholarship requirements (i.e. designated college and/or major program of study, county of residence, 4-H event participation...
Washington Co. Pork Producers Queen and Pork Youth Ambassador
The Queen Contest is for a Junior or Senior girl. The Ambassador can be female or male. They need to live in Washington County and be involved in the production of pork...
See Mrs. Rediger for application
Washington Soil & Water Conservation Scholarship
$1500.00 Scholarship for a high school senior to be used their first year of college while pursuing programs of study in any field of Agriculture or Natural Resources.
Washington County Farm Bureau Scholarship, Jim Roberts Scholarship, and Celeste Hora Memorial Scholarship
Member of family which has a Farm Bureau membership in Washington Co., 3.0 GPA,..
KCTC/Wellman Coop./Sharon Center Telephone | Aureon Network Services Scholarship
- A resident of Iowa and live in the service area of an Iowa Independent Telecommunications Company.
- Iowa high school junior or graduating senior in the 2019-2020 school year.
- A citizen or permanent resident of the United States or one of its official territories.
- Accepted by an Iowa-based, accredited four-year college or university, community college, or vocational-technical school and be pursuing a STEM-related course of study.
- Have a minimum 3.33 GPA. A copy of a recent transcript may be requested.
DETAILS & APPLICATION
Washington County Corn Growers Scholarship
Resident of Washington County with plans to enter an accredited program with a min. completion time of two years. The application does require that students explain how his or her choice of career will relate to the corn industry. The scholarship in not restricted to students majoring in the agriculture field.
SEE MRS. Rediger FOR APPLICATION
REC/Eastern Iowa Light & Power Coop. Scholarship
Parent/guardian member of REC/Eastern Iowa Light & power coop.
DETAILS & APPLICATION
P. Buckley Moss Endowed Scholarship
Student having a language-related learning disability pursuing a career in the visual arts field,...
Asbury Methodist Church Scholarship
There are four different scholarships that Asbury United Methodist Church offers. Must be a member of Asbury, children of members of Asbury, or grandchildren of members of Asbury...
Washington Co. Pork Producers Scholarship
Resident of Washington Co., students do not have to be majoring in an ag field of study to apply, but the application requires the student explain how his/her choice of career will relate to the pork industry. Must have a family member that is active in the Washington County Pork Producers..
See Mrs. Rediger for Application
Performance Therapies P.C Scholarship
College bound senior pursuing a career in the medical/health field.
2020 APPLICATION
Washington County Master Gardener Scholarship
High School senior and Washington County resident pursuing a horticultural related degree or certificate from a college or university in the state of Iowa.
SEE Mrs. Rediger FOR APPLICATION
Area/State/National Scholarships
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GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Exceptional student leaders are invited to apply for the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program. In honor of the legacy and character of President Ronald Reagan, this program annually rewards up to 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship...
Keep Iowa Beautiful Environmental Scholarship
Enrolling in an Iowa college/university with studies in the environment, community services, conservation, public service/govt., nonprofit management, landscape architecture or architecture or community planning,...
Strayer-Rairden Scholarship in Physics
$1000 grant each year, renewable for up to three (3) successive years following the initial award, to an entering freshman from the state of Iowa. This person is selected by the Department of Physics and Astronomy as the state's best qualified applicant who matriculates at the University of Iowa and has declared physics or astronomy as their major.
Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarships (30+ types)
30 + scholarships available to students in 4-H. Only ONE application form is needed to apply for ALL Iowa 4-H scholarships…
Christina Hixson Opportunity Award (Iowa State University)
Students must demonstrate financial need and have faced challenges either personal and/or financial...Need to File FAFSA by Dec. 1...
Tim Dwight Foundation Scholarships
Graduating Senior that plans on attending the University of Iowa or Iowa State University or University of Northern Iowa and has experienced difficulties and challenges faced in achieving his/her goals during high school.
Grand Lodge of Iowa, A.F. & A.M
Iowa seniors pursuing either a two or four year college program, applicants do NOT need to have a Masonic connection. A broad-based criteria is used in the selection process. The principal criterion is service to school and community with special emphasis upon leadership roles in these areas. The Grand Lodge of Iowa is looking for those students who exhibit the greatest potential to be not only of service to their communities in the future but also leaders in these communities...
Grand Lodge of Iowa, MCEC 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.
Iowa Newspaper Foundation
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....
Hy-Vee Scholarship
Applicant must be a high school senior working for Hy-Vee or a high school senior son and/or daughter of a full-, regular-, or part-time Hy-Vee or subsidiary employee who has a minimum of six months employment...$1.000.00 scholarship to a high school graduates pursuing any course of study...
Alliant Energy Foundation Community Service Scholarship
Customer of Alliant Energy (self or family), GPA 2.5 to 3.75, pursuing a 2/4 yr. college,...
Washington Soil & Water Conservation Districts of Iowa (CDI) Scholarship
Pursuing field of agriculture of natural sciences (broadly addressed) service, character, self-motivation, and academic achievement...
Iowa Financial Know-How Challenge
The 30 students with the highest scores on the assessment will each win $2000.00 for their fall college expenses...
Mediacom Communications World Class Scholarship
Students pursuing postsecondary education, live in a region serviced by Mediacom,...
IT Leadership Forum Technology Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship awarded to Iowa high school seniors who have been involved in STEM classes or clubs and plan to pursue a technology-related degree at an Iowa college, university or community college...
Iowa Scholarship for the Arts
$1500 scholarship for a graduating Iowa student and who is accepted as a full time undergraduate....
Thelma V. AND John T. MCCOLM Scholarship
Third priority will be given to students that live in Johnson/Washington county,...
Iowa Court Reporter Mary L. Brown Scholarship
$1,000.00 scholarship. Must be enrolled in a Realtime Reporting Major in either Judicial or...
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Scholarship
Son/daughter of Iowa Farm Bureau member, pursuing 2 or 4 year degree,..See details.
Iowa College Student Aid Commission
Governor Terry Branstad Iowa State Fair Scholarship: Participation in Iowa State Fair,…
Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation For Education Scholarship
Students pursuing automotive or truck-related studies, such as technician training, body shop/collision repair, diesel, new vehicle sales, parts sales, accounting, or business administration,...
Masonry Institute of Iowa
Requirements:
- Must attend an Iowa institution;
- Attend a program related to construction/architecture/engineering/masonry field
- Complete the entire application and submit with accompanying documents.
Elevate Iowa: Advanced Manufacturing Scholarship
Elevate is offering 15 Scholarships ($500) to Iowa high school seniors interested in studying a manufacturing-related career at one of Iowa's Community Colleges. One award will be made per college region.
Iowa Association of Naturalists: Joe Halbur Scholarship
Attending an in-state college, pursuing a program in natural resources, preference to environmental education, historical/cultural interpretation, outdoor recreation,...
Heartland Co-op Scholarship
Applicant must be a Heartland Co-op member or a dependent of a member, full-time student taking classes toward an agricultural degree in an Iowa college,...
Iowa Communication Alliance
Graduating Senior entering into a 2/4 year college.Have at least a C GPA. Has expressed an interest to live and work in a rural community...
REC/Eastern Iowa Light & Power Coop. Scholarship
Parent/guardian member of REC/Eastern Iowa Light & power coop.
DETAILS & APPLICATION
Home Builders Association (HBA) of Iowa
Any student pursuing a career in the home building industry & related trades including immediate family members of the HBA of Iowa (builder or assoc. members),...
Learning Disabilities Association of Iowa Scholarships
Seniors with a learning disability (IEP) planning to obtain post-secondary education (college/vocational),...
Professional Educators of Iowa
Marcia Banstra Memorial Scholarship-citizenship & scholar…
Iowa Pork Foundation President's Scholarship (+ others)
Pursuing a 2/4 year college in Iowa majoring in an ag. related field with an emphasis in swine production, GPA 2.5,...
Professional Educators of Iowa: Teacher of Tomorrow
Senior students pursuing teaching.
Teacher of Tomorrow – One $500 Scholarship
This scholarship is for any Iowa high school senior aspiring to teach. It will be awarded on the basis of the student’s career goal as an educator, academic record, accomplishments, and community involvement. Interested students should submit:
- Official transcript
- Letter of recommendation from a teacher
- Essay explaining why they want to be a teacher
- Bio on accomplishments and community services
The award will be paid directly to the post-secondary institution of choice upon successful completion of the first semester
Professional Educators of Iowa: Educational Persistence Scholarship
Senior pursuing education major.
Educational Persistence – One $500 Scholarship
This unique award is for high school seniors or students currently enrolled as education majors and requires a recommendation from a PEI member. The student must be pursuing an education degree. The applicant must submit:
- Official transcript: GPA, Class Rank, Compass Score
- Bio on accomplishments and community services
- One page essay describing the obstacles the applicant has faced and overcome in pursuit of his/her educational goals
The award will be paid directly to the post-secondary institution of attendance upon successful completion of the following semester.
Leo H. Grether Memorial Scholarship in Choral Music Education
Enrolling in college as a vocal music major, citizen of Iowa, senior, submission of materials,...
Winter Dance Party Scholarship
Enrolling in college as a music major, grade point average, senior, essay,...
Performance Therapies P.C Scholarship
College bound senior pursuing a career in the medical/health field.
APPLICATION
Bright Scholars of Iowa
21 Iowa high school seniors will receive a scholarship for tuition, board and room and books...
Iowa Association of Building Officials Scholarship
Students that will pursue education beyond high school in a construction related field of study.
ASHRAE Scholarships
Pursuing preparatory curriculum for the profession of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and/or refrigeration, as well as students entering the field of engineering,...
Mae Henry Family & Consumer Science Award
HS graduate pursuing a career in area of Family & Consumer Science.
Robert. D Blue Scholarship
Considerations include financial need, essay, GPA, references,...
B. Davis Scholarships
11th/12th graders, site users of the Student Award Search Aid,…
Children's Cancer Connection Empowering Scholarship
Must be directly effected by cancer or have a sibling that is. Must be diagnosed in Iowa. Must attend a 2 or 4 year accredited institution and have a GPA of 2.5...
Charlie Burkhart Scholarship
Interest and activity in golf, academic ability, and financial need,...
Principal Financial Group Scholarships (2 types)
Dependents or relatives of an employee of The Principal…or dependent of part-time/full-time employee…
Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS Community Service Scholarships
Primary emphasis is on community involvement and service to others, as well as academic standing and extracurricular activities,...
Donna Reed Performing Arts Scholarships
For student pursuing an education and career in fine arts,...
Abbot and Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship
The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution. Essay of 500-1000 words required.
College Specific Scholarships
Indian Hills Community College
Indian Hills Criminal Justice Club
Iowa Central Community College
Details & Application
Iowa State University
- College of Agriculture and Life Science Scholarships
- College of Business Scholarships
- College of Design Scholarships
- College of Engineering Scholarships
- College of Human Science Scholarships
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Scholarship
Additional Scholarships Available Through ISU
Iowa State: Thelma V. & John T. McColm
3rd priority to students from Washington Co.
ACACIA Leadership Scholarship
Outstanding high school senior who has demonstrated their ability to excel in the fields of academics, extra-curricular schools activities and community involvement...
Junior Specific Scholarships
Hills Bank & Trust Company Leadership Grant
If you are currently a high school junior in Keokuk, Washington or Johnson County, be sure to check out the Hills Bank & Trust Leadership Grant scholarship program for $1000.
Hamilton Award
Is a Junior in high school and is college bound. Has a strong record of community service. Shows a strong commitment to their academic studies...
Washington County Pork Queen
Producers Queen and Pork Youth Ambassador
The queen contest is for a Junior or Senior girl. The Ambassador can be female or male. They need to live in Washington County and be involved in the production of pork...
Herbert Hoover Uncommon Award
The Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award is a $5,000 scholarship program for Iowa high school juniors. The program annually identifies and honors up to 15 Iowa high school juniors who propose and then accomplish a project of their own choosing and design.
Brian Pearson Memorial Scholarship
Students who have participated in Iowa Game Events, (Summer and Winter Iowa Games), Net Fest, Hoopin’ At The Dome, Mud Run, Glow Run 5K, or Fish Iowa! Games) and are high school juniors or seniors are eligible for this scholarship.
Scholarship Search Engines
College Board : Scholarship Search
FastWeb.com: Scholarship Search
Iowa College Access Network (ICAN)
Scholarship searches for IOWA students, info. applying for scholarships & grants, etc…
Iowa College Aid
State scholarship & grant programs, federal grant programs,…
Scholarships.com
Nationwide scholarship search.
MP Foundation Scholarships
APPLICATION DUE: 4/1/2020
MPHS Dollars For Scholars Local Scholarships
ONE APPLICATION exists for the following scholarships listed below. *Renewable
Gold Scholarship - Open to seniors that have attended and received a Spring Renaissance Award and attended Class Night. That will be continuing their education,...
MP Perfect Attendance - Student must have perfect attendance all four years of high school.
Wayne Johnson Scholarship - Open to ALL senior graduates at MPHS with a preference for those intending to pursue an agricultural or medical related field of study at a college/university in Iowa,...
Gene and June Goschke Scholarship - MPHS senior pursuing a 4 year college degree, extracurricular and comm. service involvement, leadership, GPA, essay,...
Doug Goschke Citizenship Scholarship - Nominated by MPHS faculty. No student application process used.
F.E. Skola Scholarship Fund - MPHS senior planning to pursue a nursing or health related career,...
Washington Township Optimist Club Scholarship - MPHS senior who attended Washington Township Elementary School.
Sons of Amvets #107 Scholarship - For a student going into the service or has a family member in the service or that has served....
Marek Trust Scholarship - MPHS senior pursuing a medical, agricultural, or other socially related field of study,...
Wellman Rotary Club Scholarship - Senior living in the Wellman area or who began their class work at Wellman Elementary School,...
Federation Bank Scholarship - Preference given towards Federation Bank customers (although not a requirement),...
Chabel-Miksch Scholarship - MPHS student entering any field of study at a 2/4 year college/university...
Arieux Scholarship - Students entering the field of music in college or participating in music in college or a student participating in music in high school...
Mid-Prairie High School Class of 1977 Scholarship - MPHS senior, in top 50% of the class, parent/grandparent must be a MPHS alumnus...
West Chester Lions Club Scholarship - West Chester High School students that will be continuing their education at a higher learning institution.
EMDE Agricultural Scholarship - MPHS students pursuing agricultural or agricultural related field. Major does not need to be in the filed of agriculture, but you must describe how you would use your major to benefit agriculture or an agricultural community…see details in application.
Goodwin-Kirkwood Scholarship - MPHS students attending Kirkwood.
Peiffer Scholarship - MPHS students entering an ag or medical field of study.
Bette Moore Scholarship: - MPHS students entering any field of study at a 2/4 year college/university.
Stricker Nursing Scholarship - MPHS students entering the field of nursing.
Bob & Doris Stout Scholarship - MPHS students entering ag., engineering, architecture, or business at Iowa State University.
Claude & Mary Greiner Scholarship - Needs Based Scholarship. Copy of FAFSA required…