Iowa State University offers various International Merit Scholarships to international Students. These are as follows:
1. International Freshman Merit Scholarships
Award Description
Iowa State is committed to enrolling a diverse and talented student population. International freshmen will be considered for a limited number of merit scholarships. Scholarship selection is competitive based on a holistic review. Students must complete the OneApp scholarship application to be considered for the award.
Eligibility
> Incoming international freshmen applicants who have been offered admission.
> Complete the Iowa State University OneApp
- Complete the General OneApp application AND
- Complete the International Student Admissions Scholarship application
Scholarship Award Values
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)
* Freshman recipients will be funded for a maximum of 8 semesters, or completion of the degree, whichever comes first.
Application Deadline
Fall
Priority Application Deadline: February 15
Final Application Deadline: May 1
Spring
Priority Application Deadline: November 15
Final Application Deadline: December 15
2. International Transfer Merit Scholarships
Award Description
Iowa State is committed to enrolling a diverse and talented student population. The 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.
Eligibility
> Incoming international transfer applicants who have been offered admission.
> A cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) comparable to a minimum of 3.0 out of 4.0 (B)
> Complete the Iowa State University OneApp
- Complete the General OneApp application AND
- Complete the International Student Admissions Scholarship application
Scholarship Awards
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, or completion of the degree, whichever comes first
Application Deadline
Fall
Priority Application: March 1
Final Application: June 30
Spring
Priority Application: November 15
Final Application: December 15
It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Original Scholarship link
International Merit Scholarships from Iowa State University,USA
