IOWA International Merit Scholarships (Scholarship in US) 2026

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.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineDecember 15, 2026
• ValueUp to $40,000
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorIowa State University (ISU)
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Up to $40,000

Requirements

• Offered admission to Iowa State University as an international first-year student.
• Assessed international tuition rates.
• Accept your offer of admission by May 1 (fall) or December 15 (spring)
• Submit the OneApp application:
  • Complete the General Application first.
  • Then, under Opportunities > Recommended, select International Student Admissions Scholarship Application for your term.

Renewal requirements

• Maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
• Enroll in at least 12 credits per semester (excluding summer).
• Remain classified as an international student.
• Apply funds only toward undergraduate tuition and fees.

Check also:
Fairleigh Dickinson Scholarships for International Students 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

For more information, kindly visit IOWA State University scholarship webpage.