Scholarships
Not all scholarships have an application and deadline to apply available. These are all of the scholarships we have received information on in the past. As soon as the information becomes available, we will update this page. Information regarding these scholarships can be found by doing an online search or by stopping by the guidance office.
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| Scholarship Name | Amount | Criteria/Requirements | Application | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 Medical Scholarship | $1000 | High School Senior Spinal cord injury, spina bifida, or transverse myelitis | Website | Accepting applications starting Jan 2020 |
| ACACIA | $1000 | Plan to attend Iowa State University Graduating Iowa high school senior Excel in academics, extra-curricular activities and community involvement | Application in guidance office | April 1 of the current year |
| AES Engineers Scholarship | $500 | Attending a 2 or 4 year college university Majoring in an engineering field | Application | On Website |
| Ag Partners Scholarship | $500 | Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. | Website | October 5th, 2019 |
| Alliant Energy Community Service | TBD Dec 19 | Be age 24 or under Be a dependent child of a current customer, or be a current customer of one of Alliant Energy's Cumulativehigh school grade point average between 2.5 and 3.75 Reside within the Alliant Energy service territory at the time of application and plan to enroll in, for the first time, beginning in the Fall of 2009 at an accredited two- or four-year college or university within Iowa, Wisconsin, or Minnesota | Website | See website for deadline |
| All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship | varies | Iowa Resident Plans to enroll in an Iowa college or university for at least 3 semester hours Completes FAFSA by date specified on application | Website | See website for deadline |
| American Legion Oratorical | $1,500 - $18,000 | Citizen or lawful resident of The United States High School Senior | Website | See website for deadline |
| AXA Achievement Scholarship | $2,000 | Must demonstrate ambition and drive Determination to set and reach goals Respect for self, family, and community Ability to succeed in College | Website | Open from September 1, 2019 until December 15, 2019 or until 10,000 applications are received |
| American Soybean Association | $5,000 | Iowa High school senior Planning to attend an accredited Iowa two or four year college/university Majoring in agricultural related field | Website | December 1, 2019 |
| B. Davis Scholarship | $1,000 | This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution. There is no age restriction Be sure to include your name and the school you are attending this year and next This is not an academic scholarship but we would like to know where you are going to school now and what your future academic plans are. | Website | May 22nd, 2020 |
| Better Business Bureau | $2,500 | High School Senior Must personify character through leadership, contributions to their communities and schools, personal integrity and academic accomplishments. | Website | January 13th, 2020 |
| Big Sun Athletics | $500 | All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in or the capacity in which they participate. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute. | Website | June 19th, 2020 |
| Blairsburg Community Improvement | Have a Blairsburg address Plan to attend college full time in the fall. Check will be mailed to student after transcript showing successful completion (2.0 or better) of fall college semester is presented to BCIA | Download Application | April 15, 2020 | |
| Brian Pearson Memorial Scholarship | $1,000 | High school junior or seniors for the 2019-2020 school year who have previously participated in any Iowa Games events (Summer Iowa Games, Winter Iowa Games, Iowa Games Net Fest, Iowa Games NASP, etc) are eligible for this scholarship. | Website | April 6th, 2020 |
| Bright Scholars of Iowa | The amount of the scholarship is equal to the cost of attendance, less other gift aid (including Pell Grants, institutional grants and scholarships, and private scholarships). | To be eligible for a Bright Scholars of Iowa Award, a student must be accepted by one of the three state universities (Iowa State, Iowa, UNI) or these community colleges (Indian Hills, Southwestern Iowa), as well as meeting the following criteria: Current senior attending an Iowa high school. Outstanding academic achievement (top 10% or equivalent of high school graduating class, or ACT of 28 and above, or for regent university applicants 299 and higher RAI---Regents Admission Index). Demonstrate a commitment to learning and community service, as well as success in the face of adversity. Qualify for a Pell Grant as determined by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Maintain full-time enrollment. | Website | See website for deadline |
| Bruce A. Yungclas Memorial Scholarship | $500 | Graduating Senior from Hamilton County Minimum GPA of 2.0 Planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college or university Participated in theatre-related activities | Applications | May 1 |
| Caroline Peterson Golden Apple Seed Scholarship | $1,000 | Awarded to a graduating senior who demonstrates financial need and plans to attend the University of Northern Iowa majoring in Elementary Education. If no candidate is found eligible for the above criteria, a student who demonstrates financial need and plans to attend Iowa State University majoring in Civil Engineering will be the second choice. If no candidate is found eligible for the above criteria, a student who demonstrates financial need and plans to attend Iowa State University majoring in Elementary Education will be selected. | See guidance office for application | April 17 |
| Catholic Daughters of America | $1,000 | Catholic High School Senior Member of JCDA for at least two years | Website | May 1 |
| Charlene B. Fox Scholarship | $500 | Attending two or four year college/university Majoring in Family and Consumer Science, Agriculture, Health Services, or Education | Application in guidance office | April 17 |
| Christina Hixson Opportunity Award | $18,000 for 8 semesters | High School Senior Resident of Iowa Must have faced challenges of personal or financial hardship Must be admitted to Iowa State University | Website | December 15th, 2019 |
| Conservation Assistant for the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship | $300 | Contact Jennifer.rank@ia.nacdnet.net | Closes March 12th, 2020 | |
| Conservation Districts of Iowa Scholarship | $500-$3000 | Iowa high school senior Pursuing a career in the field of agriculture or natural resources Must demonstreate leadership, character, service, self motivation, and scholastic achievement | Website | February 14th, 2020 |
| Cooperative Telephone Exchange Scholarship | $2,000 | High school senior Attending two or four year institution Applicant or Applicant's parent is a current member of Cooperative Telephone Exchange | Website | April 5th, 2020 |
| Craig Henderson Memorial Scholarship | $500 | Awarded to one male and one female who plans to continue their education in an agricultural field | See guidance office for application | |
| Dale Schroeder Memorial | up to $15,000, for max of 3 years | Iowa Resident (High school senior) Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher Reside in a community with a population between 1 and 10,000 Planning to attend ISU, UNI, or U of I | Website | |
| Darryl Jahn Memorial | $2,000 | Lutheran male high school senior Planning to attend Iowa State University Must have scholastic achievement Must show active participation in community and church | Website | See website for deadline |
| Deborah Witte Memorial Scholarship 2020 | Varied | All applicants must be a South Hamilton graduate; attending or graduated from any post-secondary school. All applicants must be within one year before or after receiving bachelor’s degree. Degree must be in elementary or secondary education. | 2021 Scholarship Documents | Applications accepted April 1 - May 15 |
| DMACC Foundation | $250-$1,500 | Completed DMACC Admissions Application must be on file -OR- must be enrolled as a current DMACC student. Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher for most recent coursework to semester start date. Students who have completed less than 6 DMACC credits (to semester start date) will be instructed to upload or send a transcript (official, unofficial or scanned copy) from their most recent school, to be received in the DMACC Scholarship Office by the application deadline. Applicants with no recorded grade within the last 10 years will be exempt from this requirement. | Website | See website for deadline. |
| Elk's Legacy Award | $4,000 | Must be a child or grandchild of active Elk member Must have an ACT score Ability to demonstrate Knowledge, Charity, Community Service, and Integrity | Website | January 31, 2020 |
| Elk's Most Valuable Student | $1,000-$12,500 per year | Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. | Website | November 5th, 2019 |
| Ellsworth Bingo | Application available in guidance office | |||
| Ellsworth Community Association | 3 - $1,000 | Application available in guidance office | ||
| First Friday Breakfast Club Award | Iowa high school senior Demonstrates efforts to reduce homophobia and increase awareness of GLBT youth in community | Website | ||
| Gates Millenium Scholarship | Varies | Must be a Minority & US Citizen or permanent resident Minimum 3.3 GPA Demonstrates Leadership | Website | See website for deadline |
| GE-Reagan Foundation | $10,000 renewable up to $40,000 | Students should demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship. | Website | January 3rd, 2020 |
| Got Milk? Scholarship | $7500 | Website | ||
| Governor Terry Branstad-Iowa State Fair | Up to $5,000 | Actively participated in the Iowa State Fair (past or present) Graduating Senior from an Iowa High School Plan to enroll at an Iowa College or University | Website | March 1, 2020 |
| Grand Lodge of Iowa | $1,000-$2,000 | Public High School Senior Attending two or four year accredited Institution Demonstrates leadership in service to school and community | Website | See website for deadline |
| Great Clips Cosmetology Scholarship | $250-$1,500 | High School Senior Interested in pursuing a career in cosmetology | Website | Begins September 1st |
| Greenfield Family Scholarship | The Greenfield Family Farms of Jewell, Iowa has established a scholarship award in effort to support South Hamilton graduating senior(s) who plan to attend a post-secondary institution to further his/her skills and knowledge in an agricultural field of study following high school. | Application | See guidance counselor for deadline | |
| Hagen Scholarship | Up to $6,000 per semester | Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must attend an Eligible Public High School. Must be a student in the 2020 high school graduating class. Must have achieved a high school CGPA of 3.75 or higher. Must have scored 24 or higher on the ACT (Composite Score) or 1,150 on the SAT. Must enroll at an eligible four-year college the first semester following high school graduation. Must work 240 hours in the twelve months prior to the start of college; from August 2019 to August 2020. Must complete the FAFSA in 2019 using 2018 tax return information; the EFC must not exceed $6,500. Must apply for eligible Federal and State grants. Must not have been convicted of a felony. | Website | See website for deadline |
| Hamilton County ISU Alumni Scholarship | $500 | Hamilton County Senior Planning to attend Iowa State University | Website | March 31 |
| Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District Scholarship | High School Senior Enrolling in a 2-4 year college or university Pursuing a degree in any field of agriculture or natural resources | See guidance office for application | ||
| Healthcare Leaders Scholarship | $1000 | 3.0 Min GPA Enrollment status: Accepted to or currently attending a nursing or medical related program at an accredited institution. | Website | See website for deadline |
| Hispanic Scholarship Fund | $500-$5,000 | Must be of Hispanic heritage Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for undergraduate and graduate students Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, during the fall of a scholarship cycle (year) US Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligible Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA) Complete FAFSA or state based financial aid application (if applicable) | Website | See website for deadline |
| HOIC/SCE Scholarship | Iowa high school senior Parents must be a Class A or B member of HOIC/SCE Minimum GPA of 2.65 Plan to enroll in a full time two or four year college/university or vocational school Majoring in an agricultural, business, auto/truck repair, carpentry, or masonry field. | |||
| Horatio Alger Scholarship | $10,000 | Pursuit of a degree in a STEM field Critical financial need ($55,000 or less adjusted gross income per family is required) Integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity Academic achievement (minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0) Attendence at a Honeywell Partner School or Horatio Alger Collegiate Partner institution and be a current freshman Be a United States citizen | Website | See website for deadlines |
| Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship | $1,000 | Must be employed or have a parent that is employed at Hy-Vee | Website | |
| IMTA scholarship | $100 per year | Upon graduating, South Hamilton seniors may receive a $100 award for each year they competed at the state level of the IMTA Piano Auditions while attending high school at South Hamilton. | Qualified applicants should provide evidence of participation/competition to the South Hamilton High School counselor’s office. *The awarding of any and all scholarships is left to the sole discretion of South Hamilton and its benefactors. Awarded by: We Be Wet, Inc., 315 Division Street, Jewell, Iowa | |
| Innovative Ag Services Scholarship | $1,000 | Parent or guardian must be an active patron of Innovative Ag Services, having purchased production supplies from the cooperative or sold grain to the cooperative within the past year. Student must be a graduating high school senior who will be majoring in an agricultural related field of study Student must attend an accredited college or university Applicant must enroll as a full-time student | Website | Application opens in December |
| Iowa Arts Council | $1,500 | Iowa High School Senior who will be a full-time student at an accredited Iowa college or university Demonstrates outstanding ability in art, theater, music, dance, literature, traditional arts or visual arts | Website | |
| Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation Scholarship | $2,000 | Hamilton County high school senior Pursuing career in the automotive industry or related field | Website | |
| Iowa Chapter of National Football Foundation | Applicant requirements: Graduating seniors football players only GPA must be 3.50 or higher ACT composite of 26 or higher Player must have been named to an All-District team in football Applicants having held tangible leadership positions in school or community preferred | See guidance office for application | ||
| Iowa Engineering Society of Central Iowa | $500-$1,000 | The Iowa Engineering Society of Central Iowa is offering a $500 or $1,000 Engineering scholarship. A pre-application form must be filled out by February 1st. | Website | See website for deadline |
| Iowa Farm Bureau | $1,000 | High school senior Attending a two or four year accredited institution Majoring in an agricultural related field | Website | February 28th, 2020 |
| Iowa Newspaper Foundation | $1,000 | Must be planning to enter a career in the newspaper industry | Website | February 14th, 2020 |
| Iowa Golf Association - Herman Sani | $8,000 | High school seniors Planning to attend a two or four year Iowa college or university Outstanding Academic Achievement | Website | April 1 |
| Iowa Section PGA Scholarship | $1,500 per year for 4 years | Iowa High School Senior Winners selected on the basis of their interest and activity in golf and the potential for future contributions to the game, then on their academic ability and financial need | Website | June 19th, 2020 |
| Iowa Student Loan | $1,000-$2,000 | The Senior Scholarship is open to all Iowa high school seniors, regardless of financial need, grade point average, class rank or intended college. | Website | February 21, 2020 |
| IvyPanda | The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship. The runner-up prize is $500 | Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship Eligibility: Current high school, college, or university students from any country | IvyPanda Scholarship Info | May 31, 2020 |
| James B. Morris Scholarship | Varies | Iowa High School Senior Minority Ethnic Status (African American, Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, Native American) Planning to attend any U.S. college or university Minimum GPA of 2.5 | Website | See website for deadlines |
| Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship | $2,500 | Based on need, academics, community services, and writing skill U.S. Citizen Graduating senior Minimum GPA of 2.5 Demonstrated leadership abilities through community or extra-curricular activities | Website | March 31 |
| JCI Student Senate Foundation Scholarship | $1,000 | High School Senior Planning to attend a 2 year or 4 year college or university | Website | |
| JFK Profile of Courage Essay Contest | $500 - $5,000 | US high school students in 9th-12th grade Write an original and creative essay of less that 1,000 words the demonstrates an understanding of political courage | Website | See website for deadlines |
| Jewell Lions Club Scholarship | $500 | South Hamilton Student Min. 2.0 GPA | See guidance office for application and deadline | |
| Judge Story Theatrical Troupe Scholarship | $500 | Graduating senior from Gilbert, Roland-Story or South Hamilton Participated in high school drama or speech | Application in counseling office | |
| Keep Iowa Beautiful Environmental Scholarship | $1,000 | Current Iowa Resident Enrolling in an Iowa two or four year college Majoring in environment, community services, conservation, public service or government, nonprofit management, lanscape architecture, architecture (historical emphasis), or community planning. Possesssing a strong background in community service and/or community enhancement | Website | |
| Leo H. Grether Memorial Scholarship in Choral Music Education | $2,500 | Must be a citizen of the State of Iowa; 2. be a graduating senior; 3. be enrolling in college as a vocal music education major; 4. submit a tape containing two selections of a contrasting nature; 5. submit a listing of school music participation and accomplishments; 6. provide a letter listing music involvement in church and/or community cosigned by the pastor or civic leader; 7. submit a one-page essay entitled, “Why I Have Chosen Choral Music Education As A Career.” | Application | April 15th, 2020 |
| Matthew Sheppard LGBT | $1500-$40,000 | High school senior, minimum GPA 3.0 or ACT 22+ Demonstrates LGBT activism and community service History of high moral and ethical standards and conduct | Website | |
| Mary Greeley Auxilliary Health Career Scholarship | $1,000 | Pursuing a degree in the healthcare field Attending a two or four year college/university Three letters of recommendation | Website | February 1, 2020 |
| MediaCom World Class Scholarship | $1,000 | High school senior GPA 3.0 ACT 21+ Demonstrates financial need and leadership skills | Website | |
| Midland Power Cooperative Scholarship | $1,000 | Recipients are selected on the basis of academic record, potential to succeed, leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, and a statement of education and career goals. | Website | |
| Mike Penning Scholarship | $500 | Student Athlete Pursuing Education Degree with Coaching Endorsement Demonstrates Excellent Character | See guidance office for application | |
| Monsanto Scholarship | varies | High school senior Pursuing a degree in an agricultural related field | Website | |
| National Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship | $250-$10,000 | Graduating senior with a 3.0 GPA or higher Pursuing a degree at a two or four year college/university Must have a hunting license Demonstrate leadership in school activities | Website | January 1 |
| NEW Cooperative Scholarship | $2,000 | Iowa High School Senior Dependent of a NEW Cooperative member or full-time employee Enrolling in an Ag-related major at a four year iowa college/university | Website | |
| NFIB Young Entrepreneur | $1,000 | High school senior Demonstrates entrepreneur spirit or initiative Attending an accredited two or four year college or university | Website | |
| Open Water Scholarship | $1,500 | Plans to enroll as a FT undergraduate in computer science, engineering or business administration. Essay based. | See the website for more information: Open Water | December 31 |
| P Buckley Moss Foundation | $1,000 | High school senior Possess a certified language-related difference Demonstrates artistic talent who plan a career in visual arts | Website | March 31st |
| Pearl Hull Fulk Scholarship | $400 | Iowa high school senior Protestant Faith Attending the University of Iowa | See guidance office for application | |
| PEI Teachers of Tomorrow Scholarship | $150-$500 | Iowa high school senior aspiring to teach Essay contest | Website | |
| Peoples Credit Union | $500 | The applicant must be a full-time student currently enrolled in or accepted to a college/university undergraduate program for the current school year The applicant or parent/guardian must be a member of People’s Credit Union | Website | |
| Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Program | $1,000 and a trip to Washington DC | |||
| Recovery Village Health Care Scholarship | $1,000 | To enter to win a $1,000 scholarship, simply submit a short essay (no more than 500 words) describing why you are passionate about substance use disorder and mental health treatment. Essays can be in the form of a personal narrative with a medical perspective or focus specifically on clinical experience. | Recovery Village Scholarship | |
| RIITA Scholarship | $1,500 | High school senior Enrolling in a two or four year college/university Receive any local telecommunication service Have at least a C grade point average Express interest to live and work in a rural community | Website | |
| Robert D. Blue Scholarship | $500 - $1,000 | The Robert D. Blue scholarship is made possible by the Iowa Centennial Memorial Foundation. Any Iowa student who plans to attend an Iowa college or university is eligible for this award. Applicants are expected to demonstrate literary and scholastic ability; exhibit qualities of truth, courage, and fellowship; and display moral force of character. More information about the Robert D. Blue Scholarship is available at http://www.rdblue.org. If you have questions regarding the scholarship, please contact Alicia Ronne, in my office, either by telephone at (515) 242-5270 or by email at alicia.ronne@iowa.gov. | Website | |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship | unknown | High school senior Younger than 21 Eligible to attend a two or four year college or university | Website | |
| Ruth Buxton Sayre Scholarship | $500 | Iowa high school female Demonstrates participation in school and community Possess ability to complete education | Website | |
| SAE Engineering Scholarship | $1,500 | High school senior GPA 3.75 Rank in 90% on the ACT Majoring in Engineering | Website | |
| Sara Scholarship | $2,000 | Applicants must... Be female Be high school seniors with the intention to graduate at the end of the school year Meet entrance requirements and plan to enroll at an accredited college or university in the United States Have a cumulative minimum unweighted GPA (grade point average) of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale Demonstrate financial need Demonstrate excellent character and active involvement with the sport of golf. Skill in playing golf is not a criterion Examples include playing golf as a hobby or as part of a team, working at a golf course, as a caddy or in a pro shop, and any other direct, active engagement with the sport | Website | |
| Sam Walton Walmart Scholarship | up to $13,000 | Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States. Must be the dependent of a Walmart associate (employee) who has been actively employed within any division of Walmart for at least six consecutive months as of April 1, 2017. Must be a high school (or home school) senior graduating between August 1, 2016 and July 31, 2017 or a GED candidate earning his or her diploma between August 1, 2016 and July 31, 2017. Must have a cumulative high school grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 on a 4-point scale (high school/home school seniors). Must enroll for fall 2017 as a freshman/1st year student in a full-time program of study at a two-year or four-year college or university. The school must be an accredited U.S. institution, and listed on the official website for the U.S. Department of Education (http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx). Military academies are not approved institutions. Must have financial need and be able to demonstrate the need with required documents. | Website | |
| Seaboard Foods | $1,000 | Seaboard offers $1,000 dollar scholarships to graduating seniors each year for: Children of Seaboard employees (15) and Community Scholarships (40) Eight community scholarships will be awarded this coming year in Iowa. | Seaboard Scholarship Portal | |
| Sonja Larson Anderson Scholarship | Must be a South Hamilton Student | See guidance office for application | ||
| Town & Country Garden Club - Webster City Scholarship | $500 | Hamilton County Resident Entering in a two or four year college or university Majoring in horticulture or related field (lanscape architecture, forestry, environmental policy or science, ecology conservation, or watershed managment) Also any student having a parent or grandparent who is a member of the Garden Club, is eligible, regardless of chosen major. | See guidance office for application | |
| UNI Business Scholarship Day | Up to $30,000 | High School Senior ACT Math and Composite scores of 27 or higher Express pursuing a business major at UNI | Website | |
| US Bank Scholarship | $1,000 | High School Senior Attending a two-year or four-year accredited college or university | Website | |
| VanDiest Medical Center Auxillary Scholarship | $1000 (3 available) | Hamilton County high school senior Pursuing career in the health area | See guidance office for application | |
| Wahrenbrock-Vavroch Scholarship | $500 | Awarded to a female planning to attend Iowa State University who demonstrates financial need. | See guidance office for application | |
| Zip Recruiter | $3000 | Senior. Essay contest | Zip Recruiter | |
| Zippia's Annual Dream Job Scolarship | $1000 | Tell us in 500 words or less, what your dream job would be. Describe your dream job to us and tell us WHY this is your dream job. | https://www.zippia.com/research/scholarship/ | Closes December 31st, 2020 |