Turn Your Iowa 4-H Experience into a College Scholarship Worth Up to $10,000
The scholarship program provides valuable financial assistance to students who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership, community involvement, and active participation in Iowa 4-H activities
Each year, more than 90 scholarships are awarded with a combined value exceeding $100,000
Applicants only need to complete one scholarship application to be considered for all Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship opportunities for which they are eligible
Scholarship Details
Host Country
United States
Scholarship Name
Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarships
Funding Organization
Iowa 4-H Foundation
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Eligible Fields
All Academic Fields Depending on the Selected Scholarship
Scholarship Value
Up to $10,000
Number of Awards
More Than 90 Scholarships
Eligible Applicants
Domestic Students in the United States
Application Deadline
February 1, 2027
Degree Level
The Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarships are available to students who plan to pursue undergraduate degree programs after completing high school
Applicants must plan to enroll as full-time undergraduate students at an eligible educational institution
Available Fields of Study
Scholarships are available for students pursuing a wide range of academic subjects and undergraduate programs
Some scholarship opportunities may be open to applicants from all fields of study
Other scholarships may require enrollment at a specific college or university
Certain awards may also require applicants to pursue a particular major, academic discipline, or professional program
Applicants will automatically be considered for the scholarship categories that match their academic plans and personal qualifications
Scholarship Benefits
Selected applicants may receive scholarship awards valued at up to $10,000
Students can access more than 90 scholarship opportunities by submitting one application
The scholarship funding can help cover tuition fees and other eligible educational expenses
Recipients receive recognition for their leadership, community participation, academic performance, and involvement in Iowa 4-H
The program supports Iowa 4-H members as they transition from high school to higher education
The scholarships can reduce the financial burden associated with beginning an undergraduate degree
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarships are open to domestic students in the United States
Applicants must be eligible Iowa 4-H members and satisfy the requirements of the individual scholarship opportunities for which they are considered
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be active members of Iowa 4-H
Applicants must plan to continue their education after high school
Applicants must enroll as full-time students carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours
Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the individual scholarship opportunities
Some scholarships may include additional conditions related to the applicant’s county of residence
Certain scholarships may require enrollment at a particular college or university
Some awards may require applicants to pursue a specific major, academic program, or field of study
Applicants may also need to meet requirements related to their participation, achievements, or leadership experience in Iowa 4-H
Academic achievement, leadership qualities, community involvement, and participation in 4-H activities may be considered during the selection process
Scholarship Award Policy
Students may be considered for multiple Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship opportunities through the same application
However, each successful recipient may receive only one Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship during an academic year
Required Application Documents
Applicants must complete the official Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship application
Students should provide all personal, academic, educational, and Iowa 4-H participation information requested in the application
Applicants may be required to provide information about their leadership activities, community service, academic achievements, and future educational plans
Additional supporting documents may be required depending on the scholarship opportunities for which the applicant qualifies
All submitted information should be complete, accurate, and prepared before the application deadline
How to Apply
Eligible Iowa 4-H members should complete the official Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship application
Only one application is required to be considered for all scholarships that match the applicant’s qualifications
Applicants should carefully complete every section of the application and provide detailed information about their academic record, leadership experience, community involvement, and participation in Iowa 4-H
Students should review the individual scholarship requirements to understand any conditions related to their county, preferred institution, academic major, or 4-H experience
All required information and supporting documents must be submitted before February 1, 2027
Incomplete or late applications may not be considered for scholarship funding
Transform Your Leadership into Educational Opportunity
The Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarships give dedicated 4-H members the opportunity to receive meaningful financial support while continuing their education
With more than 90 available awards and scholarship funding of up to $10,000, one application could help students take an important step toward achieving their academic and career ambitions