Application Deadline for Spring Term: Priority deadline: November 15, 2025; Final deadline: December 15, 2025
LOCATION: USA
Iowa State University offers merit scholarships to both first-year and transfer international students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence and a demonstrated record of accomplishments, offering valuable financial support as students pursue their educational goals at Iowa State.
ELIGIBILITY:
First-year international students are eligible for a limited number of merit scholarships. Selection is highly competitive and based on a holistic review of SAT or ACT scores and high school grades.
Be an incoming international first-year student who has been offered admission and is assessed international tuition.
Accept the offer of admission.
Submit the OneApp application.
Complete the General OneApp application.
Complete the International Student Admissions Scholarship application.
Start by completing the General Application. Then navigate to Opportunities > Recommended and select the International Students Admission Scholarship Application for spring term.
To retain your scholarship throughout your time at Iowa State, you must meet the following criteria:
Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 while enrolled at Iowa State.
Be continuously enrolled in at least 12 semester credits per term (excluding summer sessions).
Remain classified as an international student subject to international tuition rates.
Use the scholarship exclusively toward undergraduate tuition and fees.
BENEFIT:
International Merit Scholarship (Fall and Spring)
Award of Achievement: Up to $40,000 total ($5,000–$10,000 per year)
Award of Distinction: Up to $16,000 total ($2,000–$4,000 per year)
First-year recipients are eligible for funding for up to eight semesters or until degree completion, whichever occurs first.
