Updates Related to COVID-19
Scholarship Information
Scholarships are usually merit-based, recognizing outstanding academic achievement and other accomplishments. Some may require financial need based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Scholarships are available from many sources:
The University of Iowa Office of Student Financial Aid
You should file the FAFSA after October 1st each year to be considered for need-based scholarships. The 2023-2024 FAFSA filing priority aid deadline was December 1, 2022. You'll automatically be considered for scholarships if you qualify. Scholarships may be renewed each year if you meet renewal requirements.
- Iowa Need-Based Academic Awards (formerly known as Academic Success Scholarships)
- Advantage Iowa Grant
The University of Iowa Office of Admissions
The Office of Admissions has scholarships available for first-year, transfer, and international students. You'll automatically be considered for some scholarships and others require a separate application.
Other University of Iowa Sources
Visit the Iowa Scholarship Portal to start your search. You will need your HawkID and password to sign in. Application deadlines vary, so log in early and often. Most applications become available in the fall.
You can also check with your College or department for other scholarship opportunities.
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Tippie College of Business
- College of Education
- College of Engineering
- College of Nursing
- College of Pharmacy
- College of Public Health
- Study Abroad
- Division of Sponsored Programs
The University of Iowa Intercollegiate Athletics
Your eligibility for scholarships may be impacted if you are a student-athlete. You may learn more on Athletics website.
Non-University of Iowa Scholarships
You can search for other scholarships through private donors, foundations, businesses, churches, or with your high school guidance office. Online searches and applications should always be free.
FinAid offers tips for your scholarship search. College Board and FastWeb are common national search sites.