UPDATED MARCH 2023Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships are an excellent way to partially or fully fund post-secondary education. Unlike loans, there is no requirement to pay the awarded money backs.. As this school year progresses, there will be increasingly more scholarship opportunities available. Please check this page periodically for any updated information. We will post examples of nationwide, statewide, and local scholarships.
Many of the local scholarships can be found by searching the Siouxland Community Foundation. These scholarships generally open up on November 1, and most of them have due dates by February 1. https://siouxlandcommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/
NATIONWIDE OPPORTUNITIES
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $2,500 - $20,000 (50 awards)
Due: March 15, 2023
Applicants must be a high school senior of African descent (African American, Ethiopian, etc.) with at least a 3.0 GPA, planning to pursue a degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs.
University of the Aftermarket Scholarship - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $10,000 (80 awards)
Due: March 31, 2023
Applicant must be pursuing schooling in Automotive, Heavy Duty, or Collision Repair School.
University of the Aftermarket Scholarship - Must be under age 23
Awards are as follows: $1,000 - $5,000 (14 awards)
Due: March 31, 2023
Applicant must be a child / adopted or stepchild of an active duty, retired or veteran member of USAF, ANG, or AFRC.
Folds of Honor Scholarship - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $2,500 (2 awards)
Due: March 31, 2023
Must be a family member of US Military Personnel or have a parent that serves as a first-line responder.
Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $10,000 (200 awards)
Due: March 31, 2023
Must have a 2.5 GPA or above and must plan on pursuing a degree in one of the following majors: Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics.
Orchard Scholarship for Women of Color in STEM - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $2,500 (3 awards)
Due: April 1, 2023
Must be a female high school senior of color interested in pursuing a STEM degree in college with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
Minority Students x STEM Scholarship - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $2,500 (2 awards)
Due: April 1, 2023
Applicant must be pursuing a two or four-year degree in engineering, computer science, or similar field.
Educational Theatre Association Scholarship - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $1,000 - $2,000 (8 awards)
Due: April 1, 2023
Applicant must be pursuing a two or four-year degree in engineering, computer science, or similar field.
Overcoming Disability Scholarship - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $2,500 (2 awards)
Due: April 13, 2023
Applicant must attend an accredited university and have been diagnosed with a psychological or physical disability.
National Dairy Shrine Scholarship- Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: up to $3,000 (42 awards)
Due: April 15, 2023
Applicants must enroll in a four-year college or university with intent to major in Dairy / Animal Sciences with a Communications emphasis or Agricultural Journalism with a Dairy / Animal Science emphasis.
Shawn Carter Scholarship Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: up to $2,500 (10 awards)
Due: April 30, 2023
Applicants must have at least a 2.0 GPA, and be enrolled in a two or four-year undergraduate program, trade school or vocational school by Fall 2023.
Snapology STEM Studies Scholarship Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: up to $2,500 (1 award)
Due: April 30, 2023
Applicants must be a female planning on pursuing a STEM degree in college in Fall 2023.
PHCC Educational Foundation Scholarships - Seniors only
Awards are as follows: $10,000 (52 awards)
Due: May 1, 2023
Students must be planning on enrolling in a PHCC-approved plumbing or HVACR apprentice program.
Got A Spine Scholarship - Seniors only
Awards are as follows: $500 (1 award)
Due: May 2, 2023
Students must be enrolled in and attending a university by October 2023 and have a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
AISES Chevron Scholarship - Seniors only
Awards are as follows: $5,000 (5 awards)
Due: May 31, 2023
Applicants must plan on majoring in Information Technology, Engineering, or Earth Science.
Women’s Equality Scholarship - Seniors only
Awards are as follows: $1,000 (1 award)
Due: May 31, 2023
Students must be enrolled in and attending a university or vocational school in the Fall of 2023, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and submit a 750-1000 word essay on women’s equality.
Women’s Cyber Security Scholarships
Awards are as follows: $5,000 (10 awards)
The applicant must have at least a 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale. They must be pursuing a degree with a focus on cybersecurity or information assurance.
Van Wall John Deere Tech Program - Seniors only
Full Tuition Scholarships are given to anyone that completes the program
Due: N/A
Students that complete this program through Northeast Iowa Community College in Calmar, Iowa, or Southeast Community College in Beatrice, Nebraska, are eligible for free tuition, paid on-the-job training, a $2,500 tool credit, discounted tools, and a local relationship with a sponsoring location.
Point University
Full Tuition Scholarships are given to anyone that completes the program
Due: N/A
Eligible to Chick-fil-A employees. Must work at least 25 hours per week. Must be employed for a minimum of 60 days to be applicable. Certificates, undergraduate degrees, and graduate degrees are offered.
STATEWIDE OPPORTUNITIES
Robert Smiley Scholarship Award (IGHSAU) - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $1,000 (1 winner)
Due: April 3, 2023
The late Robert Smiley had an appreciation for the underdog. This scholarship is awarded to an Iowa High School girl senior with a GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. The girl must have lettered in at least one sport each year during her high school experience. The applicant must submit two letters of recommendation and a 200-word essay or less stating how she faced and overcame adversity. Once these requirements are completed, submit your letters of recommendation and essay to Mr. Brown. Only one student can be selected from the school, and we will fill out the application together if selected.
Karen Brown (IGHSAU) - Seniors only
Awards are as follows: $2,500 (2 winners)
Due: April 3, 2023
The applicant must have a 3.00 Cumulative High School GPA or higher, have participated in at least one IGHSAU sanctioned sport in high school, and plan on a degree in a sports-related field: athletic administration, coaching, sport management, athletic training, event operations, marketing, media relations, sports journalism, etc. Come to Mr. Brown if you wish to fill out this application.
Iowa Association of Building Officials (Seniors only)
Awards are as follows: 1 award: 4 years of study ($500 per year) 1 award: 2 years of study $500 per year)
Due: April 3, 2023
The applicant must be an Iowa resident applying to an award eligible program.
Northwest Iowa League of Cities: 2023 Regional Scholarships
SIOUXLAND OPPORTUNITIES
Siouxland Officials Association scholarship - Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $1,000 (4 awards)
Due: March 24, 2023
Applicants should reside in the Siouxland area and have completed at least one sport for three years of their high school experience. Applicants must submit at least two letters of recommendation and have at least a 3.0 GPA. They must attach a 150 to 200-word essay on what it means to exude good sportsmanship.
Home Builders Association of Greater Siouxland Scholarship- Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: $2,000 (1 award)
Due: March 24, 2023
Applicants should be graduating from a high school in Siouxland and be pursuing study in a building-related program, such as construction management, construction technology, civil engineering, architecture, design, etc. The applicant must submit their application along with a wallet-sized photo of themselves, a letter of recommendation, and a copy of their high school transcript.
Sioux City Retired Educators Scholarship (Seniors only)
Awards are as follows: $1,000 (2 awards)
Due: April 16, 2023
Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. They must submit ACT or SAT scores and the dates the tests were taken. They must complete the application form, make a list of all activities completed during high school, list all community activities, list employment experiences, and provide three letters of recommendation. The applicant must complete a two-page essay on one of the topics described in the application. They must include a copy of their high school transcript.
Castle on the Hill Scholarship- Seniors Only
Awards are as follows: Siouxland Christian is guaranteed one, $1,500 scholarship
Due: April 1, 2023
The Castle on the Hill scholarship can be used toward an arts or science degree, a nursing degree, or an alternate degree in construction / technology / trade or engineering program. Applicants must complete the application, write a brief explanation regarding why they deserve the scholarship, submit ACT or SAT scores, submit an official transcript, Selection is based on high school academic achievement, service to high school attended, and service to the community.
Gateway Scholarship of Empirical Foods (Seniors only)
Awards are as follows: Full Ride Scholarship (4 winners)
Due: May 1, 2023
Accepted applicants will be placed into a summer work program. Upon successful completion, scholarship recipients attend Mitchell Tech on a full-ride scholarship including paid tuition, fees, books, housing, and meal plan with 2-year post-graduate employment agreement with Empirical. Students major in Automation Controls/SCADA, AAS Degree. Upon successful program completion, scholarship recipients are eligible for a $10,000 completion bonus.
eMTech Scholarship of Empirical Foods (Seniors only)
Awards are as follows: Full Ride Scholarship (4 winners)
Due: May 1, 2023
Accepted applicants will be placed into a summer work program. Upon successful completion, scholarship recipients attend Iowa Central Community College on a full-ride scholarship including paid tuition, fees, books, housing, and meal plan with 2-year post-graduate employment agreement with empirical. Students receive a two-year industrial mechanics diploma upon completion. Scholarship recipients are eligible for a $10,000 completion bonus.
Machinist Trainee at Empirical Foods (Seniors only)
Awards are as follows: (up to 6 winners)
Due: May 1, 2023
Accepted students will be hired as a full-time employee at Empirical. This position is a developmental role designed to train individuals to machine parts according to shop drawing specifications. Activities include the set-up and operation of manual and computerized lathes, mills, and other various machines, power tools, and hand tools required to complete assigned job. Upon successful program completion, employees are eligible for a $10,000 completion bonus.
A.G. & Rosalee Ireland Scholarship (Seniors only)
Awards are as follows: $1,000 (6 awards given to students from East High, North High, West High, Bishop Heelan, and school in the surrounding area)
Due: April 14, 2023
This scholarship is targeted to students that are not in the top 10% of their class, but have dreams of successfully completing post-high school education. Applicants must fill out the application, attach a copy of their current transcript, and complete a typed personal statement regarding why they qualify for the scholarship.