First-year international students will be considered for a limited number of merit scholarships. Scholarship selection is competitive based on a holistic review of SAT or ACT scores and high school marks/grades. Students must complete the OneApp scholarship application to be considered for the award.
| International Merit Scholarship (Spring and Fall) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Award of Achievement | Up to $40,000 ($5,000/yr–$10,000/yr) |
| Award of Distinction |
Up to $16,000 ($2,000/yr–$4,000/yr) |
*First-year recipients will be funded for a maximum of eight semesters, or completion of the degree, whichever comes first.
| Term | Priority Application Deadline | Final Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | February 15 | May 1 |
| Spring |
November 15 |
December 15 |
The following criteria must be met during your Iowa State career to maintain the scholarship:
Complete the General Application, then go to Opportunities > Recommended > International Students Admission Scholarship Application (select spring or fall).
International transfer merit scholarships are awarded to students who have demonstrated strong academic achievement and outstanding talent or achievements in one or more of the following areas: math and sciences, the arts, extracurricular activities, community service, leadership, innovation, or entrepreneurship. Students must complete the OneApp scholarship application to be considered for the award.
| International Merit Scholarship (Spring and Fall) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Award of Achievement | Up to $20,000 ($5,000/yr–$8,000/yr) |
| Award of Distinction | Up to $10,000 ($2,000/yr–$4,000/yr) |
*Transfer recipients will be funded for a maximum of 5 semesters (2.5 years), or completion of the degree, whichever comes first.
| Term | Priority Application Deadline | Final Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | March 1 | June 30 |
| Spring | November 15 | December 15 |
The following criteria must be met during your Iowa State career to maintain the scholarship:
