Scholarships
Scholarships
West Des Moines Scholarship List
Mount Mercy University Catherine McAuley Scholarship (Cedar Rapids. IA) * Eligible students are Iowa residents who graduated from an Iowa high school, and whose family income is $45,000 or less annually * Students are expected to reside on campus all four years, participate in the College Success Success Program during their first year, and file FAFSA * mtmercy.edu/free-tuition
Guardian Scholars Program * Scholarships intended for students who have spent time in Foster Care in Iowa, or lived without the support of parents, between the ages of 14-18 * Up to $8,000 year to help fund education at an Iowa college or university * http://www.guardianscholarsfoundation.com
Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program * Receive up to $2,500 to pursue a career or technical certificate/degree * Must complete high school (or earn a GED) * Must exhibit commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program * Demonstrate critical financial need * Demonstrate perseverance in overcoming adversity * Be under the age of 30 and a US citizen * Application will be open with a rolling deadline until all awards have been given out * Horatio Alger Scholarship Program Application
Monthly Deadlines
*2019 application closed
Wendy’s High School Heisman * Eligible students have a 3.0 GPA, participate in at least one sport, and lead in the classroom and community * One male and one female winner from each school, leading to competition at the state and national level * Scholarships awarded to students who advance to national level * Wendy’s Heisman Scholarship application
10/5/20*
2018 Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards * Educational grants are available for students who are part of the graduating class of 2018 * Selections based on recipient’s accomplishments in the classroom, community, and for their focus in various educational categories including Business & Entrepreneurship, Community Service, Education, Healthcare & Science, Media & Entertainment, Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) * www.hispanicheritage.org or www.hhfyouthawards.com
10/5/20*
AES Engineering Scholarship * $500 scholarship* http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
10/6/20*
LifeServe Blood Center Scholarship Program * To be considered for a $500 scholarship, a student must host a blood drive between December 21, 2015 and January 16, collect a min of 50 units at the drive, recruit blood donors and act as chairperson * lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800.287.4903
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program *Need-based scholarship program * Seeks students who’ve exhibited determination, integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and critical financial need * https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/
10/25/2020*
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship * Achievement-based $20,000 scholarship awarded to 150 students annually * Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Coca-Cola Scholars Information & Application. Must be over 18 by ~12/6/2020
10/31/20*
Distinguished Young Women Scholarship * Open to senior women involved in school and/or community activities * Outstanding in academics, leadership, athletics or the arts * All participants must attend ONE orientation session during October or November, so it is important to apply early! * www.IA.DistinguishedYW.org
11/1/2020*
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards * Recognizes middle and high school student active in community service. * Applications found online: http://spirit.prudential.com * Submit applications to Cyndi Bonus, Silver Cord Coordinator, in the Counseling Center
11/8/2020*
Jerry Woods IRMCA Scholarship * Eligible students will pursue a major course of study in the building trades, including concrete technology and practice * Student must be entering an Iowa community college or tech school Jerry Woods IRMCA Scholarship Application
11/30/20*
Elks National Foundation 2018 Most Valuable Student Scholarship Contest * Open to any high school senior who is a U.S. citizen * Applications will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need * $4,000-50,000 scholarships * http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/
11/30/20
H.S. Ostlin Memorial Scholarship * Eligible students reside in six Iowa counties, including Polk and Dallas * Students must file FAFSA and have an offer of admission from Iowa State University by December 1, 2019 * To apply for this and other ISU scholarships visit http://www.financialaid.iastate.edu/scholarships/
Varies on availability, likely 12/2019
Steven J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships * A program that recognizes students driving awareness and mobilizing youth to be catalysts for innovative models that provide solutions to eliminate hunger in America. Winners receive a $5,000 scholarship and a $5,000 grant for their hunger-related charity. Steve J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship Application (link)
12/5/19
Science Ambassador Scholarship * Full tuition scholarship (coverage up to four years) for a woman seeking an undergraduate degree in science, engineering, or math, funded by Cards Against Humanity * Press Release Announcing Scholarship * Apply at http://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/
12/9/19
Iowa Women in Natural Resources * $500 non-gender scholarship * Eligible applicants must enroll in an Iowa university, college or community college to pursue a career in a natural resources field * Iowa Women in Natural Resources Scholarship
12/15/17
AXA Achievement Scholarship * $10,000 and $25,000 with a winner in every state * Open until first 10,000 applications have been received * AXA Achievement Scholarship
12/15/19
E. Wayne Cooley Scholarship * Recognizes exemplary Iowa female athletes who excel on the playing field, in the classroom, in school, and in the community * Award winner will receive a $15,000 scholarship, with five finalists receiving $1,000 scholarship grants. * One nomination from each school. * Visit website for full criteria and to complete online application at E. Wayne Cooley Scholarship Info & Application. * COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16TH TO BE CONSIDERED AS VALLEY’S NOMINEE.
12/16/2019 (Nominations will be submitted to IHSGAU by posted deadline 12/31/19)
Iowa State University Hixson Opportunity Award * $16,000 grant to Iowa State University * Eligible students must be residents of Iowa who have faced challenges of personal and/or financial hardship * Financial need must be demonstrated * http://www.hixson.dso.iastate.edu/
12/15/19
Sallie Mae Make College Happen Challenge * Students (ages 14-18) are challenged to creatively answer the question, “How do you plan to pay for college?” Entries can be in the form of a video, photo, essay, song, or poem (be creative!). * Prizes: 1st Place: $15,000; 2nd Place: $10,000; 3rd Place: $8,000; 7 Finalists not in the top 3: $1,000 each. *Make College Happen Challenge Application (link)
12/31/19
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program * Honors the legacy of our 40th president, Ronald Reagan * Awards students who exemplify leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship * Recipients receive $10,000 renewable scholarships – up to $40,000 per student. * GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Application (link)
1/5/20
Better Business Bureau Student of Integrity * $2,500 scholarships to seniors who personify high character and ethical behavior in their leadership and contributions to their communities and schools * ONLY ONE MAY APPLY FROM EACH SCHOOL; see Mrs. Maly in Counseling to express interest in being Valley’s nominee. * Interest must be expressed by 1/6/18 to be considered; Nominee must complete online application by nominee by 1/20/18 * Click here for information on BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship
1/6/18 to express interest; 1/13/18 to complete online application
Zeta Kappa Lambda Educational Foundation Scholarship * Open to ethnically diverse students from the Des Moines area * ZKL Educational Foundation Scholarship Information and Application (link)
1/25/20
Iowa School Counselor Association High School Senior Scholarship * For high school seniors attending an Iowa high school * Essay required about a counselor who made a difference during their K-12 career * ISCA Scholarship Application (link)
1/15/20
Special Education Teacher Scholarship * Offered by Claim Aid and Iowa Association of School Boards * $2,000 grant *Eligible seniors will study Special Education in college * Special Education Teacher Scholarship Application (link)
1/15/20
UNI Business Freshman Scholarship Day * Open to seniors intending to pursue a business major at the University of Northern Iowa * Participation in Scholarship Day (held on 2/12/16) is by invitation only * To qualify, visit www.uni.edu/finaid and click on “Apply for 2016-2018 Scholarships”. A CatID# is required.
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United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship * $1,000 grants * Open to graduating high school seniors in states that have an active JCI Senate program * Students must plan to continue education at accredited post-secondary college, university or vocational school. *
1/20/20
Des Moines Women’s Club Scholarships * 11 scholarships for high school seniors, six scholarship for college students, and one graduate level scholarship * Scholarships available for students studying Art, Theater Arts, Instrumental Music, Literature, Vocal Music, Music/Dance/ Performing arts, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math), and Education * Des Moines Women’s Club Scholarships Applications (link)
1/20/20
2018 Drake Physics Prize Examination * Online exam given in late January covering topics normally covered during the first semester of high school physics * Scholarships are offered to encourage interest in physics, astronomy and physical sciences * First place is an unrestricted four-year, full-tuition scholarship to Drake University * Drake Physics Prize Online Registration (link)
1/30/20
Strayer-Rairden Scholarship in Physics * Offered by University of Iowa Dept. of Physics and Astronomy * $1,000 renewable grant (up to four years) to Iowa resident * Must declare as physics or astronomy major *Strayer-Rairden Scholarship Application (link)
1/31/20
America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship * $1,500 scholarship * Students must be studying an ag-related field of study (including science, technology, business and engineering) * Applicants not required to be FFA members * FFA.org/scholarships
2/1/20
Iowa Environmental Health Association Scholarship * $500 scholarships (renewable once) * Eligible seniors will study in an environmental health major or related field * Iowa Environmental Health Association Scholarship Application
2/1/20
Iowa Engineering Society (Central Iowa Chapter) Scholarship * $500 or $1,000 Engineering Scholarship * Student must be interested in pursuing an engineering degree at either Iowa State University or the University of Iowa * PRE-APPLICATION FORM MUST BE FILLED OUT AND RETURNED TO ADDRESS ON FORM BY 2/1/16 * IES Scholarship Information (link)
2/1/20
Christina Hixon Opportunity Awards (Iowa State University) *Four-year grant of one-half tuition and fees to be used at ISU * Awarded to 100 Iowa high school seniors * Eligible students must demonstrate financial need based on FAFSA and must have faced challenges of personal and/or financial hardship * Hixson Opportunity Award Application (link)
2/1/20
Grand Lodge of Iowa Scholarship * Open to high school seniors graduating from an Iowa public high school * $2,000 scholarships * No Masonic connection required * Principal criterion is service to school and community with an emphasis on leadership roles * 2018 Grand Lodge of Iowa Masonic Scholarship Application
2/1/20
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship * $2,000 scholarships with up to 375 winners nationwide * Enrollment opens 10/15/15 * Open until first 10,000 applications are received * AXA Achievement Community Scholarship (link)
2/1/20
Iowa Newspaper Foundation * Variety of scholarships for high school (and college) students preparing for a career in newspapers (journalism or communications career) * Iowa Newspaper Foundation Scholarship (link)
2/10/20
Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship Program * 40 $1,000 scholarships for high school seniors (scholarships also available for college students) * Applicant must be a high school senior who works for Hy-Vee or subsidiary, or be the child of a full-, regular-, or part-time Hy-Vee employee, with employment beginning on or before 9/15/16 * 2016 2018 Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship Program Application
2/10/20
Marine Credit Union Member Scholarship * Five $1,000 scholarships * Applicant must be an MCU member or dependent * MCU Scholarship Application (link)
2/10/20
Mediacom World Class Scholarship * Must be local residents of a community served by Mediacom * Awardees may attend any U.S. two- or four-year college, university, technical or vocational school * Essay required * http://www.mediacomworldclass.com/ (link)
2/18/20
Iowa Financial Know-How Challenge: Senior Scholarship * 30 Iowa high school seniors will each receive $2,000 for fall 2018 college expenses * Visit the Iowa Financial Know-How Challenge Scholarship site for registration and rules * After registering, follow emailed instructions to complete two online tutorials and a related assessment
2/17/20
Lisa Ewald Memorial Scholarship * $1,500 scholarship in memory of an extraordinary West Des Moines parent and volunteer, Lisa Ewald * The scholarship will be awarded to a Valley senior who has recently lost a parent or loved one to cancer, exemplifies academic and extracurricular excellence, and is an active member of the West Des Moines community * APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY THE DUE DATE * Lisa Ewald Memorial Scholarship Student Scholarship Fund application
2/28/20
2018 Coolidge Scholarship * JUNIORS ONLY MAY APPLY * Full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that may be used by recipients for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the U.S. * Open to any junior who plans on enrolling in college in the fall of 2018 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply (unfortunately current high school seniors are not eligible to apply) * Scholars are selected based on three main criteria: Academic excellence; Interest in public policy and an understanding of the values President Coolidge championed; Humility, service and leadership. * Apply online at Coolidge Scholars Application.
2/28/20
WDMCS Student Scholarship Fund * A collection of scholarships exclusively for WDMCS students, locally operated and supported by a volunteer board of business leaders, educators and community members. * COMPLETED APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE TURNED IN TO MRS. GERSDORF IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY 2/22/18 * No late applications will be accepted! *
2/28/20
WDMCS Student Scholarship Fund + Sheldon S. Idso Memorial Scholarship * $500 scholarship given in memory of Sheldon Idso * Awarded to a Valley High School senior female athlete who has played softball for the West Des Moines Girls Softball Association * Candidates should have notable grades and outstanding character both of and off the field
2/28/20
WDMCS Student Scholarship Fund + Emily Weikert Memorial Scholarship* Honors the memory of Emily Weikert who graduated from Valley in 2005, and Iowa State College of Business in 2009 with honors * Awarded to a Valley High School senior intending to study business at Iowa State
2/28/20
WDMCS Student Scholarship Fund + Dr. Robert C. Brooks Scholarship * $4,000 scholarship honors Dr. Robert C. Brooks, principal at Valley High School from 1978-2000. * Applicants MUST have attended Western Hills Elementary and VSW/Valley all four years.
2/28/20
WDMCS Student Scholarship Fund + Carmen Wade Memorial Scholarship * Honors the life of WDMCS Employee Carmen Wade, a Master Gardener and dedicated supported of WDMCS students and activities * $250 scholarship * Eligible students intend to study Environmental Science, Horticulture or the Fine Arts
2/28/20
2018 University of Iowa Community Credit Union Community Give & Grow Scholarship Program * Up to three $1,000 scholarships to UICCU members planning to attend an accredited college or university full-time * Qualified students planning to attend a community, trade, or technical college will be considered * Emphasizes the importance of volunteer hours and contributions to non-profit organizations * UICCU Give & Grow Scholarship Application (link)
2/7/20
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (DSM Alumnae Chapter) Helen Lemme Scholarship * Honors the life of Helen Lemme, a civil rights and community leader in Iowa City, IA * African American students are eligible * Must live in the toll-free calling area of Des Moines * 2018 Helen Lemme Scholarship Application (pdf)
2/22/20
Community Youth Concepts Youth Volunteer Corps Scholarships * Six $500 scholarships * Open to seniors who have volunteered 100 hours in one year, or 200 hours in two years * Volunteering outside CYC programs does count! * Youth of the Year Scholarship Information and Application(link)
2/28/20
Iowa PTA Scholarship * This scholarship honors Harold L. Taylor, a longtime employee of the Iowa PTA * Applicant must be a graduating senior of an Iowa public high school that has a PTA in the school district and must be a resident of the state of Iowa for one year prior to graduation. While Valley has a PTO, Valley students are eligible to apply for this scholarship provided they are sponsored by a PTA member. Within our district both Crossroads Park Elementary and Westridge Elementary have PTA organizations. Students may contact them for possible sponsorship * Iowa PTA Scholarship Application(link)
3/1/20
Matthew Shepard Scholarship Program * For openly lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer Iowa high school seniors * Gold Matthew Shepard Scholarship is an award of up to $40,000 over four years to one of Iowa’s three state universities * Silver Matthew Shepard Scholarship is an award of up to $9,000 to any U.S. college or university * Matthew Shepard Scholarship Program Application (link)
3/1/20
Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation for Education Scholarship * 15 $2,000 scholarships for students interested in pursuing a career in the automotive industry or a related field * Must be from one of a limited number of Iowa counties, including Polk * 2018 Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation Scholarship Guidelines and Application (pdf)
3/1/20
Mandelbaum Family Scholarship (Iowa State University) * Awarded to students from the Des Moines area attending ISU * Preference given to students enrolled in Political Science, Economics, and International Relations * Selection also based on academic achievement and financial need * Visit Iowa State’s Office of Student Financial Aid Scholarships online to apply
3/1/20
Autism Society of Iowa Scholarships – Zach Paulsen Memorial Scholarship * In memory of Valley graduate Zach Paulsen (’11) Scholarship designed for students with autism disorders desiring to study Automotive Technology, Collision Refinishing, Diesel Technology, Marine Technology, Motorcycle Technology, HVAC or Plumbing & Heating fields * Austim Society of Iowa College Scholarship Application (link)
3/1/20
Autism Society of Iowa Scholarships * Scholarship available for a student who resides in Iowa, who is on the autism spectrum * Sue Baker Memorial Scholarship for a students, who resides in Iowa, who will work in the field of autism * Autism Society of Iowa College Scholarship Application (link)
3/1/20
Mark Earl and Esther Ruth Spencer Technical Scholarship * Offered by the Masonic Charitable Educational Corporation (MCEC) * Open to Iowa public high school seniors who plan to enroll in a mechanical or trade course at an accredited Iowa Community College * Masonic connection not required * 2020 Mark Earl and Esther Ruth Spencer Technical Scholarship
3/1/20
Prairie Meadows Scholarship * Two $2,500 scholarships awarded to two students from each Polk County high school (Two Valley students willreceive this scholarship) * Eligible students must attend an Iowa college or university * APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY THE DUE DATE * STUDENTS ARE REMINDED TO PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE CHECKLIST OF ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED FOUND ON THE SCHOLARSHIP GUIDLEINES * Prairie Meadows Scholarship Information & Application (link)
3/2/20
Darryl Jahn Memorial Scholarship * Three $1,500 scholarships for Lutheran men entering Iowa State University in Fall 2018 * Offered by Beta Sigma Psi Lutheran fraternity alumni * Criteria include scholastic achievement and active participation in the community and churches * 2020 Darryl Jahn Memorial Scholarship (pdf)
3/30/20
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Tau Chapter * Delta Kappa Gamma Society is an organization of women educators * $1,000 award to a senior student in the Polk County suburban area who will be majoring in education * COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, MARCH 3rd TO BE CONSIDERED AS VALLEY’S NOMINEE. * 2018 Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship (pdf) Scholarship has not yet been updated for 2020
Charles Nicolay Educational Foundation Scholarship (Masonry Institute of Iowa) * Eligible candidates are high school seniors (or college or university students) interested in a career in Masonry, Construction, Engineering, Architecture * Must be an Iowa resident, and attend an Iowa college or university *Masonry Foundation Scholarship Application (link)
3/10/20
***JUNIORS ONLY***
Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award * The award, which honors Herbert Hoover, 31st President of the United States and an Iowa native, identifies approximately 15 Iowa high school juniors who propose and then accomplish community-minded projects of their own design *Finalists receive $1,500 after completing their projects * Three finalists go on to receive $10,000 awards to be used at a school of their choice * For more information and the online application visit this link: Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award
3/15/20
First Friday Breakfast Club Scholarship * $3,000 scholarships to Iowa high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership in efforts to increase education and understanding of LGBT issues and reduce homophobia in their schools and/or communities *First Friday Breakfast Club Scholarship (link)
3/15/20
Abdelkader Global Leadership Prize * $1,000 (1st place) and $500 (2nd place) * Students submit essays addressing questions regarding Humanitarian Emir Abdelkader’s life, legacy, and relevance * Abdelkader Global Leadership Prize Information and Application (link)
3/15/20
Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Scholarship * $500 scholarship to one boy and one girl * Eligible applicants have participated in cross-country or track as a senior * Must have applied and been accepted at a college, university or vocational school *Has not yet been updated for 2020
Polk County Farm Bureau Ag Enhancement Scholarship * Ten $2,000 scholarships * Must be going into an agricultural business related field *Parents need not be Farm Bureau members * www.polkcountyfarmbureau.com/scholarships.html
3/18/20
***JUNIORS ONLY***
QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program * Open to JUNIORS ONLY, typically in the top 5-10% of their class, earning mostly A’s in challenging courses, whose family earns less than $65,000 annually with minimal assets * The majority of College Prep Scholars are selected as Finalists for the QuestBridge National College Match (which connects high school seniors withe admission and full four-year scholarships to some of the nation’s best colleges * Apply at www.questbridge.org
3/20/20
Kiwanis Club of West Des Moines Tuition Grant * Up to $1,000 grant * Specifically for students who plan to pursue a one- or two-year post-secondary education program (see application for examples of eligible programs) COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED BY THE DUE DATE *Has not yet been updated for 2020
Robert Smiley Scholarship * $1,000 scholarship * For senior girls who exemplify Bob Smiley’s work towards ensuring the Iowa Girl is a leader among her peers * Eligible students must have a min 2.5 GPA and have lettered in one varsity sport sponsored by Iowa Girls’ High School Athletic Union each year of high school * Each school is limited to one nomination. COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER TO BE CONSIDERED AS VALLEY’S NOMINEE. *Has not yet been updated for 2020
Emerging Latino Leader Scholarship * Awards start at $250 * Offered by the Iowa League of United Latin American Citizens * Awarded to qualified Hispanic students * http://latinosunidosofiowa.org/?page_id=33 *
3/31/20
SFM Foundation Scholarship * Provides scholarships to students whose parents were disabled or fatally injured in workplace accidents while working for Minnesota, Iowa or Wisconsin employers * Up to $10,000 for up to five years * SFM Foundation Application (link)
3/31/20
James W. Smith Scholarship * Honors the memory of Jimmy Smith who loved music and was dedicated to education * $500 scholarship * Preference given to students of good character, leadership qualities, and demonstrate financial need * cdn.wdmcs.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/2019-2020-James-W.-Smith-Scholarship.pdf
3/31/20
Capital Striders Scholarship * Five $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in Polk County * Must have lettered in cross-country during the 2016-2018 school year * Must have been accepted to attend a college, university, or vocational school and attend that school in Fall 2019 *www.capitalstriders.org/scholarships/
3/31/20
2016-2018 Iowa National Guard Minuteman Scholarship * Full Tuition and Fees OR Room and Board with book stipend, and monthly stipend * Scholarship recipients are eligible for State Educational Benefits and receive drill pay through Army ROTC Simultaneous Membership * Contact SSG Michael Bebensee at 515-252-4364
3/31/20
Dan Oppenheim Jr. Memorial Scholarship * $2,500 scholarship honors the memory of Valley graduate, Dan Oppenheim * Financial need will be a strong consideration as well as the student athlete’s academic record and athletic potential *Applicant must have competed in at least one sport in each of their four years at Valley, earning at least two varsity letters *APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY THE DUE DATE *Has not yet been updated for 2020
3/31/20
Kidguard for Education Essay Scholarship Program * Multiple scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,000 * All 11th and 12th grade high school students * Students will write essays chosen from two prompts relating to solutions for cyberbullying * For more information, and to apply visit Kidguard Education Essay Scholarship
3/31/20
Elevate Advanced Manufacturing Scholarship * Fifteen $500 Scholarships to Iowa high school seniors who are interested in studying a manufacturing-related career at one of Iowa’s Community Colleges *Elevate Iowa Scholarship Application (link)
3/31/20
Iowa Golf Association Foundation Ann Griffel Scholarship * $2,000 scholarship * For senior girls who have a passion for golf and attend school at an Iowa college, university of trade school * IGAF Ann Griffel Scholarship Application (link)
4/1/20
Iowa Golf Association Foundation Herman Sani Scholarship * $8,000 ($2,000/yr) scholarship * Any graduating senior, and resident of Iowa, with experience or background in golf * IGAF Herman Sani Scholarship Application (link)
4/1/20
Great Minds in STEM™ (GMiS) 2016 HENAAC Scholarship * $500-$10,000 scholarships * For students who intend to pursue a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) degree at an accredited college/university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico * Must be of Hispanic descent or demonstrate strong leadership or service within the Hispanic community * Great Minds in STEM Scholarship Application (link)
4/1/20
Vivint Smart Home Scholarship * $5,000 * Open to high school seniors or college students who are legal residents of the United States * Applicants are required to submit a video (more information on the website) * For more information and to apply visit http://www.vivint.com/scholarship
4/1/20
Des Moines Mothers of Multiples Scholarship * $500 scholarship * Must be a multiple birth student (twin, triplet, or higher order multiple) with plans to attend a college, university, trade or vocational school for the 2018-2018 school year *www.dmmom.com/scholarship
4/1/20
P.E.O. Chapter CJ, Pamela A. Stark Scholarship Fund * $500 scholarship * Senior women planning to attend a two- or four-year accredited college or university or vocational school are eligible * You may request an application by emailing Sue Faller at joelsuefaller@aol.com. Application will be emailed to the applicant with instructions and more scholarship information.
4/1/20
Audra Alexander Scholarship * Sponsored by the Iowa Association of Colored Women’s Clubs * Applicants must be a resident of the greater Des Moines metro area *Has not yet been updated for 2020
4/3/18
Minnie Jones Tawasi Scholarship * $500 renewable scholarship *Applicants must be a resident of the greater Des Moines metro area * Criteria include a one-page essay, a letter of recommendation from an active Tawasi Federated Women’s Club member, and applicant’s participation in Colored Women’s Clubs, school, and community activities * Has not yet been updated for 2020
4/3/18
American Foreign Service Association National High School Essay Contest * Winner receives $2,500, a trip to Washington, D.C. to meet the Secretary of State and a full scholarship for a Semester at Sea educational voyage * www.afsa.org/essaycontest
4/6/20
Mike Siepmann Scholarship (Indian Hills Junior High) * A one-year $500 or $1,000 scholarship * Must have attended Indian Hills Junior High at least one full year and be planning to attend a post-secondary 4-year institution * APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY THE DUE DATE *Has not yet been updated for 2020
VandeVenter Family Memorial Scholarship * In memory of Valley student Carson VandeVenter and his love of running and Cross Country * $500 scholarships awarded to one boy and one girl * Must be an active member of the VHS Cross Country Team * APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY THE DUE DATE *Has not yet been updated for 2020
Peoples Trust & Savings Bank Scholarship * $500 scholarship to a graduating senior from each of the following schools: ADM, Greene County Schools, Guthrie Center Schools, Ogden, West Des Moines Valley, Waukee, and Urbandale * Applicant does not need to be an account holder *
4/15/20
Principal’s Advisory Council (PAC) Scholarship * $500 scholarship awarded to one female and one male student from Valley High School * Must be a senior with a minimum 3.8 GPA in a challenging curriculum * APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY THE DUE DATE * PAC members are not eligible *
4/22/20
Northwest Bank Scholarship Program * $1,000 scholarship * Eligible students are enrolled as full time students at an accredited Iowa institution * Students must be in a business program (accounting, finance, communications, marketing) * APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS. MALY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY THE DUE DATE *Has not yet been updated for 2020
4/20/20
2019 Student-View Scholarship Program * $11,000 worth of scholarships for students planning to attend a four-year college, community/junior college or career school * Students complete an online survey (15-25 minutes) about colleges in your area * Scholarships are awarded to students selected randomly * www.studentinsights.com
4/22/20
Sacred Heart Home & School Scholarship * $500 scholarship * Eligible students graduated from the 8th grade at Sacred Heart School in West Des Moines *
Has not yet been updated for 2020
CODE Scholarship * $10,000 scholarship awarded to one Valley High School student * Letters of recommendation from VHS staff members and a personal recommendation required along with a two-page essay * Preference is given to applicants whose parents have not attended college *APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS. MALY OR MR. WIELAND IN THE COUNSELING CENTER BY THE DUE DATE *CODE Application
4/21/20
Vietnam Veterans of America Kit Williamson Memorial Scholarship * Two $500 awards * Open to Vietnam Era Veteran family members *
Has not yet been updated for 2020
Metro Waste Authority Environmental Stewardship Scholarship * Two $1,000 scholarships * Open to students pursuing an environmental field, accepted at an accredited college or university, and residing in Metro Waste Authority’s service area (Clive, Windsor Heights and West Des Moines are included) For complete information on eligibility and how to apply visit Environment Stewardship Scholarship
5/1/20
Pearl Hull Falk Scholarship * $800 Scholarship * Eligible applicants must be Protestant, a resident of Iowa, and attending the University of Iowa full-time * Has not yet been updated for 2020
Robert D. Blue Scholarship * Amounts vary annually from $500-$1,000 * Applicant must be an Iowa resident planning to attend an Iowa college/university during the 2018-2018 school year * Students must demonstrate literary and scholastic ability; exhibit qualities of truth, courage, and fellowship; and display moral force of character * http://www.rdblue.org/
5/10/20
Mary E. Wood Scholarship Fund * Available to African-American students * Honors Mary Wood, a Des Moines native and graduate of Des Moines schools and Drake University * Wood was the first African-American woman in the U.S. to be named executive director of a greater metro YWCA * Mary E. Wood Scholarship Application (link) Has not yet been updated for 2020
Larry W. Carter Scholarship Fund * Available to African-American students * Honors Larry Carter who was educated in Des Moines and worked at Norwest Financial, eventually becoming one of the highest ranking African-American corporate officers in Des Moines * Larry W. Carter Scholarship Application (link) Has not yet been updated for 2020
B. Davis Scholarship * $1,000 scholarship * For high school juniors and seniors (and students currently registered at any postsecondary institution. * Applicant must submit an essay addressing the following prompt: “Describe the three characteristics of leadership you value most. Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you feel that they are developed in an individual.” * B. Davis Scholarship Application (link)
5/22/20
Children’s Cancer Connection Empowering Scholarship * Applicant must be directly affected by childhood cancer (individuals who currently have or have had cancer before age 18, or a sibling of that individual) * Applicant must be within CCC’s service area and attend an accredited two- or four-year institution * Children’s Cancer Connection Empowering Scholarship Application (pdf)
5/26/20
Nile C. Kinnick Scholarship * $15,000 in total scholarships awarded to 12-15 males ranging from $750 to $3,000 attending the University of Iowa * Awarded by Phi Kappa Psi fraternity at the University of Iowa * Apply online at http://www.kinnickscholarship.org/
5/30/20
June Due Dates
Annual CGTrader Scholarship 2018 * $2,000 award for winner, two $500 awards for runners-up CGTrader is a 3D model marketplace backed by the strong designer community of more than 500k members * CGTrader challenges students to dig into the field of technology writing an essay on how innovative technologies are transforming our lives * 500-1,000 word essay required on “The future of technology in education” * https://www.cgtrader.com/scholarships
6/1/20
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship * $1,000 scholarship * Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of the web site: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
6/12/20
Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program * Up to $2,500 to pursue a career or technical certificate/degree * Applicant must exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States * Must demonstrate critical financial need (must be eligible to receive the Federal Pell grant as determined by completion of the FAFSA) * Must demonstrate perseverance in overcoming adversity * Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Application
6/15/20
Iowa PGA Section Charlie Burkart Scholarship * $1,000 scholarship awarded in memory of PGA member, Charlie Burkart, head professional of Elmcrest Country Club in Cedar Rapids for 47 years * Winners selected on basis of interest and activity in golf and potential for future contributions to the game among other criteria * 2018 Iowa PGA Charlie Burkart Scholarship (pdf)
6/16/20
Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship * $1,000 scholarships for Latino/Latina students who will attend Iowa institutions of higher education * Participation in community service important criterion * Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship Application (link)
6/18/20
2018 BigSun Scholarship * Open to all student athletes who are high school seniors (or attending a post secondary institution) * Short essay (500-1000 words) required answering questions regarding participation in high school sports * For more information visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com/
6/19/20
July Due Dates
ZBH Courageous Scholarship * $1,000 scholarship named for founder Zachary Bales-Henry * Benefits LGBTQ students across Iowa who create safe, supportive, and nurturing learning environments and communities * Applicants must be Iowa residents, enrolled or intending to enroll at an accredited college or university in the fall of 2018, and “out” as a person who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ community. * For full requirements and the application visit ZBH Courageous Scholarship (link)
7/2020