University of Iowa

2700 UCC Iowa City, Iowa

• Rating: A
• 20,255 Students
• Public

Description

The University of Iowa, located in Iowa City, is the top public university in Iowa and a nationally recognized research institution. Known for its strong programs in healthcare, writing, and engineering, it offers extensive research opportunities and a vibrant campus life. The university is also home to the prestigious Iowa Writers’ Workshop and emphasizes innovation, academic excellence, and community engagement.

National Merit

Provost Scholarship – $3,000/year – for up to four years

• For National Merit finalists who designate the University of Iowa as their first-choice institution.
• For National Recognition Program Scholars (rural area/small town, African American or Black, Hispanic American or Latinx, Indigenous, and first-generation students) who enroll at Iowa.
• Renewal
  • Up to four years, or until you receive your bachelor’s degree (whichever comes first), provided you maintain continuous full-time enrollment at the University of Iowa (fall and spring terms), and meet the scholarships standards for renewal. 
  • National Merit Scholars must meet the National Merit Corporation standards for renewal. National Recognition Program Scholars must maintain a 3.00 cumulative UI GPA. Renewal reviews are done at the end of each semester.
• Contact: Office of Admissions

Additional Scholarship Opportunities

In-State Residents

Iowa Scholars Award – $500-$8,500 a year for up to four years

• Iowa resident undergraduate first-year students who submit a complete application for admission by March 1 are automatically considered for the Iowa Scholars Award.
• Scholarship awarding and amounts are based on outstanding academic merit (standardized test scores and GPA) and exceptional promise at the University of Iowa.
• Minimum Requirements
  • Award amount is carefully considered based on merit (standardized test scores and GPA).
• Application – None. Scholarship is awarded automatically to eligible students upon admission.
• Renewal
  • Up to four years, or until you receive your bachelor’s degree (whichever comes first). You must maintain continuous full-time enrollment at the University of Iowa (fall and spring terms), and a minimum 2.75 cumulative UI GPA. Renewal reviews are done at the end of each semester.
• Contact – Office of Admissions

Out-of-State Residents

National Scholars Award (NSA) – $2,000–$15,000 a year for up to four years

• Minimum Requirements
  • Nonresident undergraduate first-year students who submit a complete application for admission by March 1 are automatically considered for the National Scholars Award.
  • Scholarship awarding and amounts are based on outstanding academic merit (standardized test scores and GPA) and exceptional promise at the University of Iowa.
• Application – None. Scholarship is awarded automatically to eligible students upon admission.
• Renewal
  • Up to four years, or until you receive your bachelor’s degree (whichever comes first). You must maintain continuous full-time enrollment at the University of Iowa (fall and spring terms), a minimum 2.75 cumulative UI GPA, and continue to pay nonresident tuition. Renewal reviews are done at the end of each semester.
• Contact – Office of Admissions

Last Updated: March 2025