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Scholarship Local/State/NationalWloo/East/West/ExpoAmountEligibilityDeadlineWhere to Apply
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Bring Back the TradesNationalWaterloo$1,500For students who are attending post-secondary education in the skilled trades; essay requiredVaries - monthly awardsApplication
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Iowa College Aid ScholarshipsStateWaterlooVariesVariesInformational Link
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Iowa State University ScholarshipsLocal/StateWaterlooVariesVarious scholarships for incoming freshmenVaries-Check early and often to meet deadlinesIowa State University Scholarship Webpage
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ICAN Scholarship DatabaseLocal/State/NationalWaterlooVariesVariesVaries-Check early and often to meet deadlinesICAN Scholarships
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General Federation of Women's Club (GFWC)Local/StateWaterloo$500-$1,000Three scholarships available: High school senior who plans to attend an Iowa 2 or 4 year post secondary college or university. Scholarship awards are based on volunteerism, achievement, and financial need. Both male and female studetns are eligible to apply. February 1, 2026GFWC application materials
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The University of IowaLocal/StateWaterloo VariesVarious scholarships for incoming freshmen studentsFebruary 2, 2026University of Iowa
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Veridian Credit Union ScholarshipLocal/StateWaterloo$2,500 (8)500 word essay in response to the following prompt: Credit unions are financial cooperatives driven by the principle of ‘people helping people.’ Share a story about a time when collaboration or teamwork helped you, your family or your community achieve a goal. How does this cooperative spirit influence your view of financial success? How can your credit union help?
5 p.m on February 6, 2026Veridian Application
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Quad Cities Community Foundation: Corky KressLocal/StateWest only$2,500Graduating high school senior from Waterloo West High, plan to enroll in a two-year or four-year college or university, must be a member of the golf team and letter in golf, and financial need.February 15, 2026Community Foundation log-in. Then apply to Corky Kress
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Grand Lodge of Iowa, A.F & A.MLocal/StateWaterloo$5,000(15) & $$2,500(10)Complete application in addition to information provided by a school official; for students attending a 2- or 4-year post-secondary educationFebruary 15, 2026Application website
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Horatio Alger Association ScholarshipsState/NationalWaterloo$10,000-52,000Plan to attend a two or four year college or university, United States Citizen, maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0, and Financial needFebruary 15, 2026Scholarship information
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Dupaco Foundation ScholarshipLocal/StateWaterloo$4,000 (10) & $2,000 (10)High School senior planning to attend any four-year college/university or community college/trade school for the 2026-2027 academic year. Be a citizen, national, or permenent resident whose home address is located in any county in Iowa. Have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Also, applicatant must demonstrate financial need as demonstrated on their Student Aid Index (SAI) number from FAFSA (this will be one criteria for judging. February 25, 2026Dupaco Scholarship
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James B. Morris Scholarship AwardLocalWaterloo$2,000(renewable)Applicants must be a minority ethnic status as defined by Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, minimum of 2.75 GPA, U.S Citizen with valid social security number, high school graduate, plan to attend any college/university. February 27, 2026James B Morris Application
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The Parent in Heaven (PH) Balance ScholarshipLocal/StateWaterloo$1,000High school senior, application cover sheet, transcripts, 200 word essay explaining what this would mean to you as a child who has lost a parent and how this scholarship will help in achieveing your life goals, and three letters of recommendationMarch 1, 2026PH Balance Application
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MercyOne ScholarshipLocalWaterloo$1,000High school senior planning to pursue a career in a health-related program. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or beter, two letters of recommendations, 300- word essay, and transcript. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academics, financial need, and community involvement. March 1, 2026MercyOne Scholarship application/information
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The Iowa Elk's Club Vocational GrantLocalWaterloo$1,500 (20)High school seniors planning obtain a vocational (two year or less and/or less than a four-year degree) training/educational program at an accredited institution. Be an citizen of the United States at the time of application. March 2, 2026SEE application requirements HERE. Your local lodge is: Waterloo Elk's #290, 407 East Park Ave., Waterloo, IA 50703. For signature or questions, contact Pamela Todd at 319-239-0925 or pamelatodd89@gmail.com
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Kenneth G. Meyerhoff Memorial ScholarshipLocalWaterloo$800 & 1,200High school senior planning to attend a post-secondary institution, completed application, and must have a ACT score. March 2, 2026KMeyerhoff Application
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Community Foundation of Northeast IowaLocalWaterlooVariesOver 200 scholarship opportunities are available for seniors. See the website to apply NowMarch 11, 2026 by 8 p.m.Check out the website to apply. There is one application for multiple scholarship opportunities.
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Waterloo Community FoundationLocalWaterlooVaries20 various scholarship opportunities for WATERLOO seniors planning to attend a four-year college/university or community college/trade school. See website to apply NOW.March 12, 2026 at 3:59 p.m.See website to apply-One application for multiple scholarship opportunities
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The First Friday Breakfast ClubStateWaterloo$3,000For students committed to reducing homophobia and increasing awareness and tolerance of LGBTQIA+ issues in their schools and communities and an EssayMarch 15, 2026Apply for the FFBC Scholarship HERE
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The Martin Lodge No. 624 ScholarshipLocalWaterloo$750-1,000High school senior planning to attend a four-year college/university or two- year community college or trade school. March 20, 2026Martin Lodge Application
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SFM FoundationStateWaterloo$15,000A child of a worker who was injured in a work related accident in Iowa or MinnesotaMarch 31, 2026Application Info
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Iowa Golf Association: Herman Sani ScholarshipStateWaterloo $8,000High school senior and resident of the State of Iowa with experience or background in golf. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, extracurricular activites, and leadership qualities, not on golf accomplishments or ability. March 31, 2026Herman Sani Scholarship Application
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Iowa Womens's Golf Association: Ann Griffel ScholarshipStateWaterloo$2,000 (5)An Iowa high school senior who is female and who intend to further their education at an Iowa institution of higher learning: college, university, community college, or trade school. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, extracurricular activies, and leadership qualities, not on golf accomplishments or ability. March 31, 2026Ann Griffel Application
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Sidecar Coffee Cinnamon Roll Latte ScholarshipLocalWaterloo(2) $1,000Waterloo Schools graduating senior and a short essayApril 1, 2026Sidecar Application
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Tyson Beef & Pork ScholarshipLocalWaterloo$1,000 (several)Parent or guardian must be an employee of Tyson. High school senior planning to student at an accredited four-year college/university or a two-year college/technical school. April 4, 2026Tyson Beef&Pork Scholarship
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The Pearl Hull Falk ScholarshipLocalWaterloo$5000-renewableGraduating senior of Protestant faith, resident of Iowa, plans to be a full-time student at the University of Iowa. Other elgibity factors: At least one recipients must be a member of an Episcopal Church. And at least one recipient mut be a young man who shows interest in a career in banking. May 1, 2026Pearl Hull Falk Application
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Iowa PGA Foundation: Charlie Burkart ScholarshipLocal/StateWaterloo$1,500 (four-years)Interest and activity in golf, potential for future contributions to the game, leadership skills, academic ability, and financial need. June 15, 2026Charlie Burkart Application
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Iowa PGA Foundation: Women's Fairway ScholarshipLocal/StateWaterloo$1,000Graduating high school senior, furture golf career, leadership skills, and financial needSeptember 10, 2026Fairway Application
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Iowa PGA Foundation: Max Shields ScholarshipLocal/StateWaterloo$2,000High school seniors who plan to further their education and career inthe golf industry, PGA profession, Agronomy, Club Management, Hospitality, and MembershipSeptember 10, 2026Max Shields Application
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Iowa PGA Foundation: Morris Family Scholarship & The Career Advancement Scholarship (two different scholarships)Local/StateWaterloo$2,000Graduating high school senior planning on playing college golf.September 10, 2026Morris & Career Adv Applications
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