The International Merit Scholarship is 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.
Host: Iowa State University Tagged: Undergraduate Scholarships Eligible Countries: All Countries Benefits: An award of up to $40,000 Deadline: November 1, 2022
The scholarship is an award of up to $40,000 to successful candidates who have been offered admission and will not be receiving financial sponsorship through their home country’s government for a duration of four (4) years.
Iowa State is committed to enrolling a diverse and talented student population.
Scholarship Requirements:
To be considered for the Iowa State university Scholarships, you must:
- Not be receiving financial sponsorship through their home country’s government are eligible for this award.
- Be an international student
- Have been offered admission
The following criteria must be met during your Iowa State career to maintain the scholarship:
- Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 while enrolled at Iowa State
- Continuous enrollment in a minimum of 12 semester credits each semester (summers not included)
- Only students assessed non-resident tuition are eligible for this award
- The award may only be used toward undergraduate tuition and fees
Scholarship Duration and Reward
International Merit Scholarship (Spring and Fall)
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.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form
- Academic transcripts
- Two Recommendation Letters
Method of Application
To apply;
- Complete the Iowa State University OneApp
- Complete the General OneApp application AND
- Complete the International Student Admissions Scholarship application
- Please be sure to use your name exactly as it is entered on your application for admission so that your scholarship application can be matched to your undergraduate application.
Click on the link below to commence your application.
Deadline:
November 1, 2022