2025 Cedar Rapids Scholarships

Cedar Rapids residents deal with the same financial burden of college education as the rest of the United States. The median household income for Cedar Rapids residents is $56,828.00, and 22.9% of households earn at least $100,000 annually. We compiled this scholarship database to help residents of Cedar Rapids, IA more easily afford a college education. The scholarship search tool lets you easily browse all types of scholarships by location, type and school.

31.9% of Cedar Rapids residents have a college degree or higher, while 26.6% have a high school degree but no more and 6.1% have less than a high school education. Furthermore, 35.5% have at least some college education, 22.4% have a bachelor’s degree but no higher, and 9.5% have a graduate degree. It’s clear that a significant percentage of Cedar Rapids residents aspire to higher education outcomes, but it’s likely that finances get in the way.

Currently, 13.1% of people living in Cedar Rapids, IA are between the ages of 10 to 19, and another 15.7% are in their twenties. This age demographic is poised to take advantage of the below scholarships in Cedar Rapids.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Cedar Rapids, IA residents?

There are 263 scholarships totaling $1,248,228.00 available to Cedar Rapids residents.

Are these scholarships available for Cedar Rapids high school students?

Yes, all high school students in Cedar Rapids can apply to these scholarships.

Are these scholarships available for current college students in Cedar Rapids?

Yes, all current college students and undergraduates in Cedar Rapids can apply to these scholarships. Other types of applicants include nursing students, teachers, working moms, etc.

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Career Development Grant
Sponsor:
American Association of University Women (AAUW)
Applicants must be women who hold a bachelor's degree and is preparing to advance their career, change career, or re-enter the workforce and who have earned their degree at least five years prior to application. Special consideration is given to women of color, and women pursuing their first advanced degree or...
Deadline:
December 15
$12,000.00
Iowa Federation of Labor AFL-CIO Graduate Assistantship
Sponsor:
Iowa Federation of Labor AFL-CIO
Applicant must be a member in good standing or the child or ward of a member in good standing (active, deceased or retired) of a local union affiliated with the Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO. Applicant must be accepted into a graduate or professional program of study at The University of...
Deadline:
March 15
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Community Action Grant
Sponsor:
American Association of University Women (AAUW)
Applicant must be a woman and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Proposed activity must have direct community or public impact and relate to education and equity for women and girls. Applicant may apply for one grant only. One-year grants ($2,000-$7000 over one year) provide seed money for new projects. Two...
Deadline:
January 15
$10,000.00
Eleanor Roosevelt Teacher Fellowship
Sponsor:
American Association of University Women (AAUW)
Applicant must be a woman, elementary or secondary public school teacher, U.S. citizen, dedicated to improving educational opportunities for women of all ages, presently employed with at least three years full-time teaching experience, and planning to continue teaching for the next three years. Award supports professional development for teachers, educational opportunities...
Deadline:
January 10
$5,000.00
Presidential Scholarship for Excellence
Sponsor:
Iowa State University
Deadline:
November 1
$2,500.00
Presidential Scholarship
Sponsor:
University of Northern Iowa
Applicant must have either a minimum composite ACT score of 29 (SAT combined reading and math score of 1280 or above) and rank in the top tenth of class or have a Regent Admission Index (RAI) or 335 or above. Interview is required, university must receive ACT scores prior to August...
Deadline:
December 15
$8,000.00
Carver Scholarship
Sponsor:
University of Northern Iowa
Applicant must be currently enrolled as a sophomore at a participating four-year institution or one of Iowa's community colleges. Applicant must have a minimum 2.8 GPA and be a graduate of an Iowa high school or resident of Iowa for five consecutive years prior to application who has overcome some personal...
Deadline:
April 1
$5,200.00
Glenn Miller Scholarship
Sponsor:
Glenn Miller Birthplace Society
Applicant must intend to make music a central part of their life and submit an audio cassette. Applicant should send a self-addressed, stamped envelope with request for competition announcement or visit sponsor's website for more information. Live audition required.
Deadline:
March 15
$4,000.00
Norman V. Peale Scholarship
Sponsor:
Northwestern College
Applicant must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and minimum composite ACT score of 26. Selection is based upon scholarship competition.
Deadline:
December 12
$14,000.00
National Merit Scholarship
Sponsor:
Northwestern College
Applicant must be a National Merit finalist and submit recommendation and transcript.
Deadline:
None
$12,500.00
Presidential Scholarship
Sponsor:
Northwestern College
Applicant must rank in top 5% of class, have a minimum composite ACT score of 28, and submit a recommendation and transcript.
Deadline:
None
$12,499.00
Collegiate Scholarship
Sponsor:
Northwestern College
Applicant must rank in top tenth of secondary school class, have a minimum composite ACT score of 26, and submit a recommendation and transcript.
Deadline:
None
$6,999.00
Northwestern Grant
Sponsor:
Northwestern College
Financial need is required.
Deadline:
None
$10,000.00
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