Career, College, Financial Aid and ACT Resources

Some information and application forms are available online. Contact Mrs. Flynn for other forms.

Useful Links

• http://www.IowaCollegeAid.gov/
• http://www.actstudent.org/
• http://www.collegelink.com/
• http://www.fafsa.gov/
• http://www.finaid.org/
• http://www.finaid.org/finaid/calculatos/estimate.html
• http://www.d.umn.edu/student/loon/acad/strat/
• http://www.careermosaic.com
• http://www.ICANsucceed.org
• http://collegeboard.org/
• http://www.number2.com/
• http://www.volunteeriowa.org/
• Http://regents.iowa.gov/RAI

I Have A Plan Iowa

• http://www.ihaveaplaniowa.org

Student Award Search

• http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

School Directories

http://www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com/search/IA/Cosmetology

http://FindAutomotiveSchools.com

http://www.AccreditedOnlineColleges.Org/Iowa/

Medical Programs

• http://www.topmedicalassistantschools.com/

PublicHealth.org is a site that provides information on careers in public health, and resources on major public health issues, such as a preventative care guide.

Financial Aid

• http://www.debt.org/students/financial-aid-process/
• http://www.debt.org/students/college-budgeting-101/
• http://www.debt.org/students/the-true-cost-of-college/

Scholarship Searches

https://www.studentscholarships.org/newsletter.php

www.highfivescholarships.com

http://www.scholarshipquesthelper.com/

http://www.scholarships.com/

http://www.fastweb.com/

www.collegeexpress.com

https://www.unigo.com

 

Scholarships From Insurance Companies

http://www.obrella.com/resources/insurance-scholarships/

 

Scholarships

• South O’Brien Education Foundation Scholarships Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, April 1, 2020.
• Buena Vista University -STEM Careers Scholarship                        Deadline not designated
  • EFC of $13,500 or less according to the FAFSA, then two of the following:  GPA of 3.3 or higher, ACT Math score of 24 or higher, or rank in the top 25% or your class
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•  Waldorf College – ChantellCooley Leadership Scholarship for Women     Waldorf.edu/admissions     Deadline not designated
  • Based on leadership potential, GPA and ACT and membership in one of the following campus organizations:  Entrepreneurship, Service Learning, Digital Media, STEM, Campus Ministry, Creative Writing, Honors, Historia.  http://www.waldorf.edu
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• Midland University Student Assistant Softball Coach Scholarship    .   Deadline not designated
  • Roles may include – Video Coordinator, Social Media Coordinator, Community Service Coordinator, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, and Coaching.  See Mrs. Flynn.
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• Mount Mercy University – Catherine McAuley Scholarship
  • Deadline not designated  www.mtmercy.edu/free-tuition
  • Free tuition to students whose family income is $50,000 or less annually.  Must fill out the FAFSA by 6/30/2020.
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• Koehler & Dramm’s Floral Career Scholarship     12-31-19
  • kdiof@koehlerdramm.com 

  • Senior student who has demonstrated a passion for flowers and design, a strong desire to expand their knowledge and has aspirations of a career in the floral industry.  Contact Cheryl Stanius-Deiman at 612-363-3133 or email. 

• Iowa State University – Beta Sigma Psi Fraternity     www.epsilon.betasigmapsi.org/scholarship

  1-11-20 –eligible for all awards

  3-30-20 – eligible for two awards

  7-1-20 – eligible for one award

  • Darryl Jahn Scholarship.  Any man attending Iowa State University. 

• ClaimAid     1-15-20    http://www.claimaid.com/iowa-scholarships/

  • 2 scholarships: ($2,000)

    1.  The Star Student Scholarship of Iowa – Special Education student who will continue his/her education at a college or university.
    2. The Special Education Teacher Scholarship of Iowa – graduating senior student who will continue his/her education at a college or university and is planning to study Education, specifically Special Education. 
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• TheDream.US         thedream.us/scholarships/.

  • TheDream.US is the nation’s largest college access and success program for immigrant youth with DACA or TPS status, or that meet TheDream.US immigration eligibility criteria

    Opportunity Scholarship     1-20-20

    National Scholarship     2-27-20

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• Grand Lodge of Iowa – Masonic Scholarship     2-1-20
  • http://grandlodgeofiowa.org/grand-lodge/awards/.
  • Service to school and community with special emphasis on leadership roles is the principal criterion.  click on “Masonic Scholarship Application.” 
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• Iowa State Rifle & Pistol Assn.    www.iasrpa.org.     2-1-20
  • Qualifications:  US citizenship, participation in a shooting team or club, minimum of 3.0 GPA.               2 – $1,000 scholarships. 
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• Simpson College      2-1-20
  • Culver Fellows Program     
    • Student interested in being involved in encouraging civic engagement and public service.  Contact the Office of Admissions at admiss@simpson.edu.
  • DACA/undocumented students Access Grant
    • Minimum 3.25 High school GPA, identified as undocumented or a DACA recipient.Must be admitted to Simpson College
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• Iowa State University:        2-1-20
  • www.IowaStateTriangle.org/scholarship                
  • First Robotics Future Cyclones Scholarship
  • Triangle Scholar-Leader Scholarship
    • Male enrolled In FIRST Robotics program intending to enroll in STEM/Architecture program. 
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• The Jackie Robinson Foundation       2-12-20
  • jackierobinson.org/apply/.
  • The Jackie Robinson Foundation offers promising minority students not only a generous four-year grant to assist with the costs of attending college, but also a full support network of fellow scholars, alumni, and professional mentors to help them excel in school and beyond. 
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• Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship    www.hy-vee.com    2-10-20
  • $1,000. Must be a high school senior working for Hy-Vee or the son/daughter of a Hy-Vee employee.  Must be seeking a 4-year degree.
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• Iowa Newspaper Foundation    www.INAnews.com.       2-14-20
  • Scholarships available for students preparing for a newspaper career. 
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• O’Brien and Cherokee County Soil and Water Conservation     2-14-20
  • www.cdiowa.org
  • Pursuing programs of study in any field of agriculture or natural resources. 
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• Iowa Student Loan funding opportunities.
  • 1. Iowa Financial Know-How Challenge: Senior Scholarship.       (Oct. 15 – Feb. 21)                                                                          For seniors who will attend college in the Fall of 2020.  www.IowaStudentLoan.org/SeniorScholarship
    2. College Funding Forecaster Giveaway.     (Mar. 16 – Apr. 30) www.IowaStudentLoan.org/Giveaway
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• MCEC Technical Scholarship – Grand Lodge of Iowa     3-1-20
  • http://grandlodgeofiowa.org/grand-lodge/awards/.
  • Plan to enroll in a mechanical or trade course of study at an accredited Iowa Community College.  
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• United Methodist Foundation    https://iumf.org/scholarships     3-1-20
  • General scholarships for students going to non-Methodist colleges, scholarships for students going to United Methodist colleges and seminary scholarships designated for individuals following the call to join the ministry. 
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• Iowa Automobile Dealers Association   IADA.com 3-2-20
  • Must be committed to the pursuit of automotive studies, such as technician training, body shop/collision repair, diesel, new vehicle sales, parts sales, accounting, or business administration. 
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• SMF Foundation     www.smffoundation.com      3-31-20
  • Scholarships to students whose parents were killed or seriously injured in workplace accidents while working for Minnesota, Iowa, or Wisconsin employers. 
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• University of Iowa – ACACIA     3-31-20
  • https://gallery.mailchimp.com/4c3bccef24a71400bb8630341/files/48fdaf49-6f93-40c6-9e18-bfdc1206b1a8/Macbride_Leadership_Scholarship_Application.01.docx
  • Male students who have exhibited exceptional ability in the fields of academics, extra-curricular activities, and human service.  Financial need is not a criterion. 
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• Cobell Scholarship Program     cobellscholar.org     3-31-20
  • Scholarships for American Indian and Alaska Native students who are enrolled members of U.S. federally recognized tribes, pursuing vocational, undergraduate, and graduate degrees.
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• Brian Pearson Memorial     4-6-20
  • High school juniors or seniors who have participated in Iowa Games events.
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• PB & J Scholarship     http://bit.ly/pbjscholarship 5-31-20
  • For students who have experienced challenges in their life and who have the drive to succeed.  
• Charles Burkhart Scholarship     6-19-20
  • Based on interest and activity in golf, the potential for future contributions to the game, leadership skills/community involvement, academic/professional ability and financial need.