Last Dollar Scholarship
-must enroll full-time in the fall immediately after graduation
-file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
-enroll in a qualifying program: https://www.futurereadyiowa.gov/college-list
-have an Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) at or below $20,000 via FAFSA
-this scholarship will cover the remaining balance of tuition a student owes!!!!
-more information: https://iowacollegeaid.gov/LastDollar
Hagan Scholarship
-deadline: December 1, 2025
-must have at least a 3.5 cumulative grade point average
-must plan to enroll in a 4-year college or university
-must work at least 240 hours from January 1, 2026 to September 1, 2026
-apply online at: https://haganscholarships.org/
Iowa Lime Stone Producers Association Scholarship
-deadline: December 31, 2025
-must be pursuing a degree in the skilled trades area
-apply online at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZYldfijoQ_gCKcet53uyR5X0UIcIHfVG/view
Jim Hallihan Character Legacy Scholarship
-deadline: January 5, 2026
-apply online at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTNT1gw3f7H5YK4O1mIxiUrM-1gwGYBvVdjg5gFcKk33H0TQ/viewform
Hixson Scholarship at Iowa State University
-deadline: January 6, 2026
-must have faced challenges of personal and/or financial hardship
-must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA
-must be accepted to Iowa State University
-apply online at: www.hixson.dso.iastate.edu
Junior Chamber International (JCI) Scholarship
-deadline: January 12, 2026
-students must have a 3.75 GPA or higher: https://usjcisenate.org/iowa/programs/scholarships/
-students must have a 3.25 GPA or higher and earning a skilled trade/vocational degree: https://usjcisenate.org/iowa/programs/scholarships/
TBS Scholarship
-deadline: January 15, 2026
-must be on or have been on an IEP during middle and/or high school
-see Mrs. Fessler for application materials
Iowa Farm Bureau Scholarship
-deadline: January 28, 2026
-student or a parent/guardian must be a current Iowa Farm Bureau member
-must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
-must be pursuing an Agriculture related degree
-applying for the Iowa Farm Bureau scholarship automatically makes a student eligible for their local county Farm Bureau scholarship
-apply online at: https://www.iowafarmbureau.com/Member-Benefits/Iowa-Farm-Bureau-Scholarships
Children's Cancer Connection Empowering Scholarship
-deadline: January 31, 2026
-Applicant must be directly affected by childhood cancer. (This includes individuals who currently have or have had cancer before age 18 or a sibling of that individual)
-apply online at: https://form.jotform.com/Ashley_Preuss/empowering-scholarship-2026
Conservation Districts of Iowa Scholarship
-deadline: February 6, 2026
-plan to pursue a program of study in any field related to conservation or agriculture
-apply online at: https://cdiowa.org/get-involved/scholarships/
Cerro Gordo Soil and Water Conservation Districts Scholarship
-deadline: February 6, 2026
-must reside in Cerro Gordo county
-plan to pursue a degree in Conservation or Agriculture related field of study
-see Mrs. Fessler for application materials
INF Scholarship
-deadline: February 13, 2026
-The Iowa Newspaper Foundation scholarship is intended for students pursuing a newspaper career
-apply online at: https://inanews.com/learn/scholarships/
Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship
-deadline: February 14, 2026
-applicants must reside in the service area of an NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association member company to be eligible
-apply online at: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/program/FRSScholarships2026
IAMU Utility-Focused Scholarship
-deadline: February 28, 2026
-must attend a high school that is a verified customer of IAMU - Central Springs is a verified customer
-must attend a college or university in the state of Iowa
-preference will be given to applicants entering a utility-related career
-apply online at: https://cdn.ymaws.com/members.iamu.org/resource/resmgr/scholarship/2026/iamu_scholarship_packet_util.pdf
IAMU General Scholarship
-deadline: February 28, 2026
-must attend a college or university in the state of Iowa
-have a parent/guardian who is an employee of an IAMU-verified member
-have a minimum 3.0 GPA
-apply online at: https://cdn.ymaws.com/members.iamu.org/resource/resmgr/scholarship/2026/iamu_scholarship_packet_gene.pdf
Next Generation of Agriculture Scholarship
-deadline: March 1, 2026
-must be pursuing an agriculture-related field of study
-see Mrs. Fessler for application materials
Next Generation of Trades Scholarship
-deadline: March 1, 2026
-must be pursuing a skilled trade certificate, diploma, or degree
-see Mrs. Fessler for application materials
Iowa State Rifle & Pistol Association Scholarship
-deadline: March 1, 2026
-enrolled in a team or club that is participating in Rifle-Pistol-Air Rifle or Shotgun competitions
-must have a 3.0 GPA
-must be planning to continue involvement in rifle-air rifle-pistol-or shotgun team activities
-apply online at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IkiSHH_Rd0nhEBxrzUzQGuilv3fEt2fU/view
Iowa Communications Alliance Scholarship
-deadline: March 2, 2026
-Have a parent, grandparent, or guardian currently employed by or serving as a director or be a current employee of an Iowa Communications Alliance “Voting Member” Company as defined in the Iowa Communications Alliance bylaws.
-apply online at: https://www.iacommunicationsall.org/ica-scholarship-programs
Iowa Heartland Credit Union Scholarship
-deadline: March 2, 2026
-must include an essay on this topic: Credit Unions differ from banks in terms of ownership, community involvement, and purpose. How does the credit union motto 'people helping people' connect to your own personal values and experiences?
-see Mrs. Fessler for application materials
Heartland Power Cooperative Scholarship
-deadline: March 2, 2026
-parent/guardian must be a Heartland Power Cooperative member with their primary residence serviced by the cooperative
-see Mrs. Fessler for application materials
-you can mail or email at energy@heartlandpower.com the completed application
Heartland Power Cooperative Lineman Scholarship
-deadline: March 2, 2026
-must reside in the service area of Heartland Power Cooperative
-must have a 2.33 or higher cumulative GPA
-accepted as a full time student in Power Line Program
-see Mrs. Fessler for application materials
-you can mail or email at energy@heartlandpower.com the completed application
New Cooperative Scholarship
-deadline: March 13, 2026
-must be pursuing a degree in Agriculture, can be a 2-year or 4-year degree
-apply online at: https://www.newcoop.com/scholarships/
Nexus Scholarship
-deadline: March 15, 2026
-planning to pursue an Agriculture related field of study
-must have a family member who is a Nexus Cooperation member
-apply online at: https://nexus.coop/scholarship/
First Friday Breakfast Club Scholarship
-deadline: March 15, 2026
-participated in significant activities to promote LGBTQ+ acceptance in the school and/or community
-apply online at: https://ffbciowa.org/scholarships/
American Legion Merit Award
-deadline: March 15, 2026
-must submit letters of recommendation and an essay
-see Mrs. Fessler for application materials
Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Iowa Scholarship
-deadline: March 15, 2026
-emphasis on service to school and community with special emphasis upon leadership roles in these areas
-applicant's academic record, communication skills, and need for financial assistance will also be considered
-apply online at: https://iayorkrite.org/scholarships
Herman Sani Scholarship
-deadline: March 31, 2026
-experience or background in golf
-scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and leadership qualities
Ann Griffel Scholarship
-deadline: March 31, 2026
-female students who have experience or background in golf
-must plan to attend a college or university in Iowa
-scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and leadership qualities
SFM Foundation Scholarship
-deadline: March 31, 2026
-for students whose parents were killed or seriously injured in workplace accidents while working for Iowa or Minnesota employers
-apply online at: www.sfmfoundation.com
Pearl Hull Falk Scholarship
-deadline: May 1, 2026
-must plan to attend the University of Iowa and be of a Protestant faith
-apply online at: https://www.midwestone.bank/pearl-hull-falk-scholarship?utm_source=constant_contact&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2026_2027