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Iowa Lakes
Community College President's
Circle
Donors who
commit to a minimum annual gift of
$2,500 to Iowa Lakes receive membership
in the President’s Circle. Members are
encouraged to allocate their gifts to
the area of the college that interests
them the most. Scholarships that have
been established or enhanced by the
President's Circle giving initiative are
identified with the President's Circle
logo.
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All Scholarships will be equally split between the fall and spring
semesters unless noted otherwise.
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The Adult Learner Scholarship is
given each semester to one student at each campus.
Applicants must be at least 25 years of age,
have completed one semester at Iowa Lakes,
and show evidence of
superior academic ability while maintaining a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25.
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Deadline:
April 1 for
fall, October 1 for spring.
Amount: $500 |
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Ag Processing Inc. (AGP®), a farmer-owned
cooperative engaged in the procurement, processing,
marketing, and transportation of grains and grain
products in Emmetsburg, has been a long-time
supporter of Iowa Lakes Community College.
Establishment of this scholarship in 2008 shows
their belief in the college, its students and the ag
industry. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in
the Agriculture Business Technology, Agriculture
Production Technology or Biorenewable Fuels
Technology programs and have achieved and
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. They
must also address their interest in the
agriculture industry and career goals in that field
in the scholarship application summary. If
chosen as a recipient, they must use the award
for tuition, books or fees.
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Deadline:
April 1
Amount:
Two - $500 |
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H.G. Albee, a former resident of the Estherville
area created a trust in 1975 to be used primarily
for scholarships. It was his wish that the Iowa
Lakes Scholarship Foundation administer the trust
income to the betterment of Iowa Lakes Community
College, but wanted the money to be used primarily
to provide scholarships. Your application is
evidence of his faith in Iowa Lakes and the people
who attend it. Applicants must be attending the
Estherville campus.
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Deadline:
April 1
Amount: varies |
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In 2008 the Algona Harley Owners Group held a raffle
of a Harley Davidson toolbox (donated by Snap-on
Tools) to raise the funds for this scholarship.
Applicants must be in their second year of
studying Motorcycle and Small Engine Technology,
Marine Service Technology, Auto Collision and Paint
Technology, Automotive Technology, or Farm Equipment
and Diesel Technology and be permanent
residents of Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Kossuth or Palo
Alto counties. The recipient must show
financial need as determined by the FAFSA form
results and attain a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.0. One of the recommendation letters must be from
an advisor, instructor or employer within a related
field, and the applicant should include their
goals for the future in their summary. This
award will be made in the fall semester only and
must be used for tuition, books/tools and/or fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $1000 |
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The Mary and Gene Allbaugh Memorial Scholarship was
established by the Allbaugh children - Suzanne, John
and Kathy - all of whom lived in Emmetsburg and
graduated from Emmetsburg public schools. Mary and
Gene established and ran the radio station in
Emmetsburg and were instrumental in bringing cable
television and the Iowa Lakes Emmetsburg campus to
town. This scholarship has been established to
reinvest in the education of citizens served by Iowa
Lakes Community College. Qualified applicants may
be enrolled at any Iowa Lakes campus and must
possess and maintain a minimum cumulative
GPA of 2.0. This award must be used
for tuition, books, and/or fees. Selection
emphasis will be placed on the summary.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $700
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The Alliant Energy Foundation Scholarship was
established in 2004. Six $1,200 scholarships will
be awarded to applicants enrolled in the Wind
Energy and Turbine Technology program who
demonstrate financial need determined by
the FAFSA form results. Preference may be given
to students in a minority or women in this
non-traditional area of study.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Six $1,200
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These
scholarships are awarded to students who graduated
from Laker High in Estherville, East Fork in Algona,
Central Academy in Spencer, Blue Water in Spirit
Lake, or Five Island in Emmetsburg. This
scholarship is not renewable.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount:
up to $500 for FT enrollment (12+
credits)
up to $250 for PT enrollment (6+
credits)
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Iowa Lakes Community College values its
alumni as an integral part of what has made
the college the outstanding academic
organization it is today. This scholarship
was established in 2006 to benefit
children of Iowa Lakes Community College
alumni. Alumni are defined as students
who graduated with a degree or diploma from
Iowa Lakes Community College. This award
must be used for tuition only and is
renewable for a second year at Iowa Lakes.
Applicants must supply alumni name,
maiden name if applicable, program and year
of graduation for verification purposes.
Deadline: April 1 for fall, October 1 for
spring.
Amount: up to $250 per semester for FT
enrollment (12+ credits)
up to $125 per semester for PT
enrollment (6+ credits)
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This scholarship, established in 1989, sponsored by
the Iowa Lakes Alumni & Friends Association benefits
alumni or children of alumni attending Iowa Lakes
Community College. Applicants must either be
returning alumni who last attended Iowa Lakes at
least two years prior to start date OR
children of alumni. Applicants must have
attained at least 30 credit hours from Iowa
Lakes Community College as of the upcoming fall
semester and supply alumni name, maiden name
if applicable, program and year of graduation for
verification purposes.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Two $300
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The family of
Oliver M. Anderson established this scholarship in
2005 to keep family memories alive while benefiting
students at Iowa Lakes Community College.
Applicants must be Estherville Lincoln Central
graduating senior athletes with a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.5 planning to participate
in an athletic program at the college. The
recipient may receive this scholarship for two years
while pursuing their education at Iowa Lakes. This
award must be used for tuition, books and/or
fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $4,000 per year for two years
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The ASPIRES Scholarship has been established for
active ASPIRES participants displaying focus and
commitment toward completion of their academic goals
at Iowa Lakes. The award is available each semester
for participating ASPIRES students who
demonstrate dependability, motivation and show
potential for success in reaching their educational
goals. The recipient must demonstrate
financial need determined by the FAFSA form
results and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.0.
Deadline: April 15 for fall;
November 15 for spring
Amount: varies
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Designed to assist students aspiring to the
nursing profession, this scholarship was
established in 2007 by Avera Holy Family
Hospital in Estherville. Eligible applicants
must be from Emmet County, entering the
Associate Degree Nursing (Registered Nursing)
program at Iowa Lakes Community College and
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Preference will be given to applicants
displaying financial need determined by the
FAFSA form results. The recipient must use
the award for tuition, books or fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $2,500
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The Alyssa and Jeremiah Bargen Memorial
Scholarship was established by Alyssa’s
parents. It is awarded to a student enrolled in
an accounting and/or business program at
the Estherville campus. The award will
be presented the second semester.
Deadline: October
1
Amount: varies
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The Jim and Kay Billings Scholarship was
initiated by several Iowa Lakes employees in
1999 to honor and express appreciation for
former President Jim Billings’ leadership,
vision and accomplishments at Iowa Lakes
Community College. Students must display
financial need determined by the FAFSA form
results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: varies
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The Iowa Lakes Community College Bookstore
provides scholarships at the five Iowa Lakes
campuses. They are open to all Iowa Lakes
students for both the fall and spring
semesters. Applicants must maintain a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and
display financial need determined by the
FAFSA form results.
Deadline:
April 1 for fall, October 1 for spring.
Amount: $200
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The Maurice Broadie family established a
scholarship in 2001 in memory of Louise Broadie,
beloved wife and mother. Applicants must
display financial need determined by
the FAFSA form results, be a graduating senior from the
Estherville Lincoln Central School district
and be pursuing a nursing or agricultural career.
The candidate should maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.5 and be of good character.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Up to $500
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Ivan and Janet Brown along with Brown Medical
Industries in Spirit Lake established a
scholarship for GED or Alternative High School
graduates in 2007. Recognizing that students
that earn a high school degree through these
programs exhibit tendencies to value their
education the Browns wish to encourage these
students to "Just Say Yes" to continuing their
education at Iowa Lakes Community College.
Eligible applicants must have
achieved a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.5 during attendance at their
Alternative High School or GED program and
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
while
attending Iowa Lakes. They must also
display
financial need
determined by FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500
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The Ronald O. Brown Memorial Scholarship was
created in 1997 in memory of Brown, an Iowa
Lakes alumnus from Gruver. This scholarship is
available for students enrolled in a health
field, vocational program or the
Environmental Studies program at Iowa Lakes
Community College.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: Four or Five $250
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These scholarships are awarded to students who
participated in Career Academy courses at Iowa
Lakes during high school. This scholarship is
not renewable.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: up to $500 for FT enrollment (12+
credits)
up to $250 for PT enrollment (6+
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This scholarship was
established in 2009 by the Emmetsburg Care
Center for a student enrolled in the nursing
program.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500 |
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The Casper family established this spring
semester scholarship in 1995 in memory of Louis
D. & Helen Casper, lifelong farmers. This
scholarship will benefit students in an
agricultural program at the Emmetsburg
campus. The recipients must maintain a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, have
completed at least one semester in an
agriculture program, and be enrolled for
the spring semester.
Deadline:
October 1
Amount: Two - $250
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The Cass & Yackle
families established a scholarship in 2006 in
memory of Maxine Cass & Deanne Yackle. Eligible
applicants must be enrolled in the Human
Services/Disability Studies program or have a
documented disability themselves. Include
in summary a brief description of the disability
and how you've worked to overcome it.
The recipient must display financial need
determined by the FAFSA form results and the
award must be used for tuition, books and/or
fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500
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Clyde Christensen established the Clyde and
Frances Christensen Memorial Scholarship in 2002
prior to his death. The couple lived in the
Alta and Estherville areas. Frances attended
Estherville Junior College, received her
teaching degree and later taught fifth grade.
Clyde spent his career working as a local DNR
officer. Clyde’s love of the outdoors inspired
him to establish a scholarship for students
seeking a career in an environmental area.
Qualified candidates must be enrolled in the
Environmental Studies program and
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: varies
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The Ken Churchill – Bill Campbell Broadcast
Scholarship was established in memory of Ken
Churchill, and in honor of Bill Campbell, both
long-time radio broadcasters in Spencer.
Churchill hosted a mid-day show, keeping many
people entertained – and informed – over the
noon hour for nearly two decades. Campbell
lived his dream of radio broadcasting for nearly
33 years serving in various capacities including
the morning-show host. While not employed in
radio now, Campbell continues to support the
industry and remains active in the community of
Spencer. Qualified applicants must be
enrolled in the Iowa Lakes Broadcast Media
Specialist program and have completed at least
one semester as well as possess and maintain
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Applications
will be rated on financial need determined by
the FAFSA form results with emphasis on the
summary, including service to others.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: One $500, One $300
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The Iowa Lakes Community College Foundation,
with the support of several Clay County
community committee members, hosts a golf outing
to raise money specifically for Clay County
student scholarships. Many community members
and businesses attend and/or sponsor the event.
From this annual golf outing, scholarships are
made possible for students meeting the following
requirements: current resident of Clay County
with a high school or college minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.5. Explain in
summary leadership potential exhibited,
community betterment participated in and benefit
derived from this educational opportunity.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: varies
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This scholarship was established
in 2008 for students who have earned 12 credits
or less in dual credit classes through Iowa
Lakes. This scholarship is not renewable.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: up to $500 for FT enrollment (12+ credits)
up to $250 for PT enrollment (6+
credits)
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Corn Belt
Power Cooperative partnered with Iowa Lakes
Community College in 2006 to show its commitment
to the communities it serves and to the
production of renewable energy. Applicants must
have
achieved a minimum cumulative high school GPA of
2.5 on a 4.0 scale, maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.5 at Iowa Lakes (eligibility
shall be reviewed each semester) and be Iowa
residents enrolled in the Wind Energy & Turbine
Technology program at Iowa Lakes.
Selection emphasis will be placed on
applicant’s potential for success and GPA. Scholarship
must be used for tuition, books and/or fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500
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Established in 2004,
the William and Irma Cox Memorial Scholarship
seeks eligible candidates who are:
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TRIO eligible
(Parents have not completed a four-year
degree). Priority consideration will be
given to Iowa Lakes Upward Bound
graduates attending any Iowa Lakes
Community College campus in a transfer
program (A.S. or A.A. degree).
OR
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Displaced
workers
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Individuals who
have been out of school two or more years
This award must
be used for tuition, books and/or fees. If
selected, the recipient must attain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.25 during their first
semester at Iowa Lakes and a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.70 thereafter.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount:
$950 per semester (up to 4 semesters)
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Wayne Davis, a great supporter of the Iowa Lakes
Agriculture Department, offered many students
part-time employment to help enhance their
college experience. As a community minded
individual he served on the Emmetsburg School
Board, the AEA Board and the Low Rent Housing
Board and was active in the Palo Alto County
Beef and Pork Producers as well as the Corn and
Soybean Association. His wife, Phylis,
established this scholarship in 2005 in memory
of Wayne, a devoted family man, innovative
farmer and steward of the soil. Eligible
students must be Iowa residents going into
the second year of Agribusiness Technology or
Agriculture Production Technology at Iowa
Lakes Community College.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Two $500
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The Albert DeWall & Emma DeWall Peterson
Memorial Scholarship was established in 2003 by
Estherville Junior College alumna Dr. Barbara
Whitish Kuyper in memory of her Uncle Albert
DeWall and Aunt Emma DeWall Peterson. Albert
and Emma grew up on a farm near Estherville and
were lifelong residents of the area. Applicants
must display financial need determined by
the FAFSA form results and be enrolled in any
Iowa Lakes career option or
vocational/technical program.
Applicants must also be residents of Iowa
and possess and maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500
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In 2004, the Iowa Lakes Community College
Foundation, with the help of several Iowa Lakes
employees and community committee members began
coordinating an event to raise money
specifically for Dickinson County student
scholarships. Many community members and
businesses attend and/or sponsor this event.
From this annual event scholarships are awarded
to students meeting the following requirements:
permanent residents of Dickinson County
attending any Iowa Lakes campus while
maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Deadline: April 1
for Fall, October 1 for Spring
Amount: varies
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The Hallie Drake Scholarship is awarded to
students displaying financial need
determined by the FAFSA form results who are
enrolled in accounting or business programs
at the Estherville campus.
Deadline:
October 1
Amount: varies
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Estherville Lutheran Church has a completely
renovated pipe organ. The Organ Committee hopes
to encourage students to pursue classical
keyboarding by offering this scholarship.
Eligible candidates must have achieved and
maintain academic eligibility; preference may be
given to a second year music student.
Candidates may be asked to audition for the
selection committee. Recipient will be required
to partner with the church education committee
by helping with opening music worship service
(15-20 minutes/week), help organize and
accompany the Christmas program (fall
semester performance) and provide a
springtime one-hour concert (spring semester
performance).
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $500
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FCSAmerica is committed to supporting
youth who have chosen a career in
agriculture and is proud to provide an
annual
scholarship for students pursuing an
agriculture degree at Iowa Lakes.
Eligible candidates must be a
traditional (age 18-22) sophomore
student (earned a minimum of 24
credits) enrolled in the Ag
Production Technology program. In
addition, candidates must possess a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Applicants must have permanent
residence in Clay, Dickinson, Emmet,
Kossuth, Palo Alto, Pocahontas or
Humboldt counties (service area for
the Emmetsburg office). One
recommendation letter must be from an
instructor. If selected as a
recipient, funds can be used for
tuition only.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: One - $500 |
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The purpose of the Msgr. Farrelly Scholarship,
which was established in 1981, is to provide
funds for students attending the Nursing program
at Iowa Lakes. Qualified candidates must
reside in Palo Alto County, be accepted
into the Nursing program, maintain a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and display
financial need determined by the FAFSA form
results. Preference will be given to
graduating seniors from Emmetsburg High School.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Two - $500
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The Forest Ridge Scholarship, established in
2000, is awarded to up to two students going
into their second year of college to
be used for tuition, books and/or fees.
The students must have attained a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.0 in high school and
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
while at Iowa Lakes. High consideration will
be given to students who show an interest in
community service activities and demonstrate
positive character. Applicants must be
enrolled in the Criminal Justice, Human
Services/Disability Studies, Early Childhood
Education, or Sociology/Social Work
Transfer programs. Recommendation letters or
forms should specifically address applicant
character and provide examples of service
projects performed.
Deadline: October
1
Amount: Two $500
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Bertha and Delbert Hinsch of Estherville
established the Gaarde-Hinsch endowed
scholarship in 1996 for the benefit of
student musicians at Iowa Lakes Community
College. Their great love of music inspired the
couple to establish this generous gift which
awards numerous music scholarships each year.
The amount of this award is determined by
several factors including student ability,
financial need determined by the FAFSA form
results and specific needs within each
ensemble. One of the recommendation
letters or forms must be from a school music
instructor or private teacher. Contact the
music department to make arrangements for
auditions: (712) 362-7962 or (712) 362-7963.
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This scholarship was established
in 2001 for students who received their GED
through Iowa Lakes. This scholarship is not
renewable.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: up to $500 for FT enrollment (12+ credits)
up to $250 for PT enrollment (6+
credits)
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Global Ethanol (formerly known as Midwest Grain
Processing) of Lakota established this
scholarship in 2007 to further support the
renewable energy industry. Eligible candidates
must be enrolled in the Biorenewable Fuels
program at Iowa Lakes.
Deadline: April
1
Amount:
Two - $1250
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After attending a TRIO Advisory Meeting, Maureen
Ingalls of Bancroft was so moved by students’
stories of the effect TRIO programs had in their
lives that she established this scholarship in
2009 to benefit a student who completes the Iowa
Lakes Upward Bound program. This scholarship is
in honor of Ingall’s parents Jim & Carol Goche
and will benefit a student who is in the
process of completing the Iowa Lakes Upward
Bound program and planning to attend Iowa Lakes
in the fall of 2009 as an incoming freshman
student. Applicants must also be of good
character, hard working and goal oriented.
One of the two
recommendations required for the scholarship
application process must be from an Upward Bound
staff member.
Deadline: April
1
Amount:
$500
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Perry and Teresa Pearson established this
scholarship in 2007. As long-time residents of
the Iowa Great Lakes area, the Pearson’s are
critically aware of and support the need to
improve and protect the environment. Eligible
candidates must be enrolled in any renewable
energy program: Wind Energy and
Turbine Technology, Biorenewable Fuels,
Sustainable Energy Resources Management,
Landscape and Turfgrass Technician or
Environmental Studies at Iowa Lakes. They
must also possess and maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 3.0, display
financial need as determined by the FAFSA
form results and use award for tuition, books
and/or fees.
Deadline: April
1
Amount:
Two - $1250
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Hugh Grieg was a long-time Iowa Lakes
benefactor and Foundation member. In
recognition of his generosity and giving
spirit, a scholarship has been established
in his memory. Eligible candidates must be
enrolled in the Computer Specialist or
Information Technology program or in
computer gaming classes. Candidates must
achieve/maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.5. Award may be used for college
expenses, including tuition, books or
fees.
Deadline: April 1
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Dennis Hageman enriched the lives of students at
the Iowa Lakes Community College Estherville
campus from 1967 until his retirement in 2000.
Family members and friends of Dennis
acknowledged his devotion to education and
students by establishing this scholarship in
2002 at Iowa Lakes that will keep his memory
alive while impacting students. Applicants must
be planning to transfer to a four-year
university, possess and maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 3.0 and display
financial need determined by the FAFSA
form results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500
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Marty Hall established a scholarship in 1997 for
the late Don Hall, retired Marine/Small Engine
Mechanics instructor. He was head baseball
coach for Iowa Lakes and also scouted for the
Dodgers major league team. Applicants must be
permanent residents of Clay, Emmet,
Dickinson, Kossuth or Palo Alto counties
attending any Iowa Lakes campus.
Deadline: October 1
Amount: up to $200
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Prior to her death, Irma M. Hasbrook of
Estherville established the Raymond Hasbrook
Memorial Scholarship in 2003 in memory of her
husband. The funds from this endowed
scholarship will award several graduating
high school seniors who display
financial need determined by the FAFSA form
results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $1,000
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The Tim Higgins Memorial Scholarship was
established in 2000 by family in memory of a
loved one with a passion for farming. Tim
Higgins of Galva was a farmer involved in a
fatal accident at a young age. He truly felt
farming was a great way of life. The family
felt that Tim would have wished to give back to
agriculture and provide an opportunity for a
student to enjoy farming as he did. Candidates
must be enrolled in an agriculture
program and possess a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.0. Students must display financial
need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: Up to $300
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Holiday Express Corporation established an
endowed scholarship in 2000 in support of Iowa
Lakes Community College. Merle (Bubs) L.
Johnson and Basil (Sonny) Roberts Sr., along
with their employees, are dedicated to serving
the food transportation industry as well as
committed to promoting quality education to
future generations. Applicants must be
graduating seniors with a minimum cumulative GPA
of 2.5 and display financial need
determined by the FAFSA form results. Preference
will be given to Estherville Lincoln Central
graduating seniors.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: Three $500
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The Houseman family of Estherville established
this scholarship in 2007 as a memorial to their
father and founder of Houseman Oil Co., Loyd
(Bunny) Houseman. Bunny’s love for auto racing
led to a natural interest in auto repair and
fuel service; he started Houseman Oil Co. in
1946. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in
the Auto Technology program at Iowa Lakes
and use award for tuition, books and/or fees.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: $500
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The Matt Hunt Memorial Scholarship,
sponsored by PepsiAmericas of Estherville
was established in 1989 in remembrance of
Matt, who graduated from Iowa Lakes, enjoyed
playing baseball for the Lakers and was
employed by Pepsi of Estherville at the time
of his death. This scholarship will be
awarded to a returning sophomore baseball
player who graduated from a high school
located in Emmet, Kossuth, Clay, Palo Alto,
Dickinson or Martin counties. The
selection committee reserves the right to
extend this area if deemed necessary.
Deadline:
October 1
Amount: $500
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Established in 2008 by Iberdrola Renewables,
this scholarship is designed to help
increase the number of qualified applicants
emerging from the Wind Energy and Turbine
Technology program at Iowa Lakes for jobs in
the wind energy profession. Eligible
applicants must be enrolled in their
second year of the
two-year Wind Energy and Turbine Technology
program and maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 3.0. The
scholarship pays tuition, fees and books.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Varies
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These scholarships
are supported by the National Science
Foundation’s Scholarship: Science Technology
Engineering and Mathematics program (S-STEM)
under grant DUE#0728539. Applicants must be
enrolled in one of the following programs:
Aviation, Biorenewable Fuels, Computer
Aided Drafting & Design, Computer Forensics,
Computer Programming, Education Transfer
(Math and Science focus), Engineering
Transfer, Environmental Studies, Information
Technology, Mathematics Transfer, Science
Transfer, Sustainable Energy Resources
Management or Wind Energy and Turbine
Technology. Eligible students must
display financial need determined by the
FAFSA form results, achieve a minimum
cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or an
Iowa Lakes minimum cumulative GPA of
3.25. Recipients must enroll in an
Infinity Scholars course each semester and
participate in project activities.
Deadline:
April 1 for
Fall, October 1 for Spring
Amount: Up to $4,000
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The Iowa Broadcasters Association awards
annual scholarships
to Iowa two-year or four-year
colleges or universities for students
enrolled in a broadcasting program.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: varies
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The Iowa Lakes Community College Education
Association is committed to promoting and
supporting quality education. Members are
full-time faculty at Iowa Lakes Community
College. Applicants must have completed
at least 32 credits with a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and
plan to teach in their major area of
interest. Applicants should address
in the summary the area of teaching interest
and the grade level they wish to teach. In
addition, applicants should include how
their personal character traits, attitudes
and experiences will provide a foundation to
become an effective educator.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: varies
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Iowa State Bank of Algona established this
scholarship in 2007 to further support the
renewable energy industry. Eligible
candidates must be enrolled in the
Wind Energy & Turbine Technology or
Biorenewable Fuels program at Iowa Lakes
and possess and maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Preference may be given to Kossuth County
residents.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Two-$1,250
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Having joined the Iowa Lakes President’s
Circle of giving, Iowa Trust & Savings Bank
of Emmetsburg long-time Iowa Lakes
supporters, decided to utilize their
President’s Circle gift by establishing this
scholarship in 2008 to support Iowa Lakes
students. Eligible candidates must be
graduating seniors from Emmetsburg Community
School or Laurens-Marathon Community School.
Special consideration may be given to
students who possess the values that are
exemplified by the Vision, Mission & Values
of Iowa Trust & Savings Bank, attend the
Emmetsburg campus or are (or have family
members who are) customers of Iowa Trust &
Savings Bank. Iowa Trust & Savings
Bank staff and immediate family are not
eligible.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Two-$1,000
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In 2004, Jerry Jones of Spirit Lake
established this scholarship in memory of
his wife Cristina
to offer financial support to a
student enrolled in the Massage Therapy
program at the Spencer campus.
Eligible candidates must possess a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0,
exhibit
sound moral character, possess positive
energy
and demonstrate financial
need determined by the FAFSA form
results. The summary must include why
applicant is entering massage therapy and
the benefits of massage therapy.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $500
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Arthur Kahler established this scholarship
in 2006 as a memorial to his wife Mary.
Mary loved to travel, spend time with her
family, raise flowers, garden and entertain
her nieces and nephews at the farm she
shared with Art. She worked as a nurse for
over 43 years and was instrumental in
starting the Nursing program at Iowa Lakes.
Eligible candidates must be enrolled in the
Nursing program at Iowa Lakes, be
permanent residents in the college’s
five-county area (Clay, Dickinson,
Emmet, Kossuth or Palo Alto), possess and
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
and use award for tuition, books and/or
fees.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $1000
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Senator Jack and
Kay Kibbie established this scholarship in
2007 in recognition of the importance of
agriculture and nursing to Iowa. Applicants
must be enrolled in any
agricultural or nursing program at Iowa
Lakes, be permanent residents of Emmet,
Kossuth or Palo Alto counties,
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
and display financial need
determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Two-$1,250
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Family and friends of Jean King established
this scholarship in 2005 in her memory.
Jean taught nursing at Iowa Lakes Community
College for 21 years. She then taught the
RN/BSN program housed at Iowa Lakes for the
University of Iowa. Jean greatly valued
higher education and was an inspiration and
role model to those who knew her. Eligible
candidates must be enrolled in the
Associate Degree Nursing program
at Iowa Lakes with a minimum cumulative
GPA of
3.0 and be permanent
Iowa residents. The award
must be used for tuition, books and/or fees.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $ 1000
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This scholarship was established in 2005 in
loving memory of Jens and Helen Kirkegaard
of Graettinger. Jens, a Danish immigrant,
and Helen, a native of Canada, adopted
Graettinger as their hometown where they
were active members of the community and
strong supporters of education. This
scholarship is intended for
nontraditional students enrolled in
the Practical Nursing (LPN) program
at Iowa Lakes. Eligible students must be
permanent residents of Palo Alto,
Emmet, Clay, Kossuth or Dickinson counties
and display financial need
determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: up to $ 6000
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This scholarship was established in 1990
in memory of Loren Knobloch and Tim
O’Connor, former Iowa Lakes farm
management students involved in fatal
accidents. This scholarship is
presented to students going into their
second year of Ag Production or Ag
Business.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: varies
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The KOFAB Welding & Metal Fabrication
Scholarship was established in 2004 by
KOFAB of Algona, a leading manufacturer
of custom food-processing and material
handling equipment along with new
product development. This scholarship
has been created to encourage students
to pursue a career in welding and metal
fabrication. Applicants must be enrolled
in the Iowa Lakes Welding
program. Preference will be given to
incoming freshmen graduating from
Algona, Bishop Garrigan, or North
Sentral Kossuth.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount:
Up to Four $1,000
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Since 1999, the Iowa Lakes Community
College Foundation, with the help of
several Iowa Lakes employees and
community committee members, has
coordinated a golf outing to raise money
specifically for Kossuth County student
scholarships. Many community members
and businesses attend and/or sponsor the
event to support the college and
students. Eligible applicants are
permanent Kossuth County residents
attending any Iowa Lakes campus while
maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.0.
Deadline:
April 1 for fall, October 1 for spring
Amount: Varies
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Former female athletes, coaches and
supporters of female athletics at
Iowa Lakes formed this scholarship
in 2006 to assist female athletes
attending Iowa Lakes as a second
year athlete. Applicant
summaries should explain how they
have shown dedication to their
sport, and how they display
leadership representing their team
and Iowa Lakes. This
award must be used for tuition,
books and/or fees.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: varies
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Gene’s love for people and desire to
make a difference in young people’s
lives were his motivation to make
scholarships available to students
in the area of his residence. Since
2002, the Gene Leonard Memorial
Scholarship has been funded by a
trust which provides financial
assistance to permanent residents
from (while also having
graduated high school in) northwest
Palo Alto County or southwest Emmet
County planning to attend
Iowa Lakes or any other college.
Candidates must possess and
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.0 and display financial
need determined by the FAFSA
form results. This scholarship is
not renewable (if you have
received this award in the past you
are not eligible to receive it
again). Your FAFSA data
is required for this
scholarship. You must enter
ID#001864 on your FAFSA. If your
FAFSA is not completed for your 2008
tax year, provide the Institutional
Advancement Office with a copy of
your 2008-2009 Student Aid Report.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Up to Full Tuition, books and fees (Federal and/or State grants will be applied first.)
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Family and friends of Bob
McCartan established this scholarship in 2005 in
his memory. Funds from the annual Bob McCartan
Sprint Triathlon continue to fund the award.
Applicants must be seniors graduating from
Emmetsburg High School planning to attend the
Emmetsburg campus while posessing a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: varies
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The Elizabeth McSwain Nursing Scholarship was
established in 2009 in memory of Elizabeth
(Betty) McSwain for a student enrolled in the
nursing program. Betty greatly valued her
nursing education, and held many nursing
positions including service in the Army Nurse
Corps. Before retiring, she travelled
extensively throughout the Middle-East, Asia,
Africa and Europe with the King Faisal
Specialist Hospital. The recipient must show
financial need as determined by the FAFSA form
results and attain a minimum cumulative GPA
of 2.0. One of the student’s
recommendation letters or forms must be from an
Iowa Lakes Nursing Advisor or Instructor.
This award must be used for tuition, books
and/or fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $1000 |
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The Mills Memorial
Scholarship was established in 1981
for Ken and Agnes of Estherville who
lost their lives in a car accident.
This scholarship fund was initiated
by the Mills’ daughter and family
for an Estherville Lincoln
Central High School graduate
enrolled in a vocational program at
the Emmetsburg campus. Ken
drove the Iowa Lakes bus for student
athletes, music, field trips and
special needs tours. He enjoyed
working and being with students.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: varies
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The family of Norma Newhouse established a scholarship in
her memory in 2002. Norma
worked at the Emmetsburg
Care Center for over 23
years, until the time of her
death, as a Certified Nurse
Assistant. She greatly
valued higher education and
believed in quality care for
all citizens. Qualified
candidates are
nontraditional students
going into the
Associate Degree Nursing
program. This
scholarship must be used
for tuition, books and/or
fees.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $500
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Established in 2008, this
scholarship is for students
who attended another college
during the fall semester or
have not previously attended
Iowa Lakes as a full-time
student. Applicants need to
have applied and been
accepted into an Iowa Lakes
program for the spring
semester. Only one letter
of recommendation is
required to apply for this
scholarship.
Deadline:
December 15
Amount:
five - $500
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The Dr. L.E. O’Connor
Scholarship Fund was
established in 1975 by Nancy
I. O’Connor in his memory.
The scholarship will be
awarded to an Iowa Lakes
student enrolled in the
Associate Degree Nursing
program. Eligible
candidates must display
financial need
determined by the FAFSA form
results and have a
minimum cumulative GPA of
2.0 GPA.
Deadline:
October 1
Amount: varies
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Richard and Annetta Olsen,
parents of Larry Olsen, who
was a student at Iowa Lakes
Community College in the
Agriculture Production
Technology program,
established this scholarship
in 2005 in his memory.
Larry was hard-working,
determined and focused. He
was employed with Hawkeye
Sow Centers throughout his
five semesters at Iowa Lakes
and had been hired as a
manager for one of their
production centers at the
time of his death. Eligible
candidates must be going
into their sophomore year
at Iowa Lakes in the
Swine Option of the
Agriculture Production
Technology program. The
award must be used for
tuition, books and/or fees.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $250
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The annual O'Round the Loch
Run raises funds for this
scholarship which was
established in 2002.
Eligible candidates must
be graduates of Emmetsburg
High School attending the
Emmetsburg campus, going
into their second year of
attendance and maintain a
minimum cumulative GPA of
2.0. The summary
must include why you are
deserving of this
scholarship.
Deadline:
October 1
Amount: $250
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This scholarship is awarded to participants from
the Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Kossuth or Palo Alto
county fair queen contests and the local Miss
Kossuth-Winnebago pageant
and the Miss Shamrock pageant. Applicants must
provide the year of participation in their
summary. This scholarship will be awarded one
time to each participant.
Deadline: April 1
Amount:
up to $500 for FT enrollment (12+ credits)
up to $250 for PT enrollment (6+
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Agriculture Opportunity:
Established in 2000,
eligible students
must be enrolled
in accredited
two-year or
four-year college
agricultural
programs. The
recipient, their
parent or
grandparent must be
a member or
in the process of
receiving membership
in the Palo
Alto Corn and
Soybean Growers
Association. Favorable
consideration will
be given to students
displaying a strong
involvement in their
school and
community.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Varies
Growing for the Future:
Established in 2000,
eligible students
must be enrolled
in any accredited
two or four-year
college pursuing a
major or program of
their choice.
The recipient,
their parent or
grandparent must be
a member or in the
process of receiving
membership in the
Palo Alto Corn
and Soybean Growers
Association. Favorable
consideration will
be given to students
with strong
involvement in their
school and
community.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount:
Varies
Agriculture
Participation:
Established in 2000,
eligible students
must be enrolled in
the Agriculture
Production program
at Iowa Lakes
Community College.
The recipient will
work with Iowa Lakes
and the Palo Alto
Corn and Soybean
Growers Association
on their test plot.
Favorable
consideration will
be given to students
demonstrating strong
school and community
involvement.
For the first
semester, the
recipient will
receive an award,
less paid membership
in the Palo Alto
Corn and Soybean
Growers Association.
The recipient will
also have the
opportunity to renew
for second semester.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount:
Varies
Iowa Lakes Student:
Established in 2000,
eligible students
may be enrolled
in any program at
Iowa Lakes. The
recipient, their
parent or
grandparent must be
a member or
in the process of
receiving membership
in the Palo
Alto Corn and
Soybean Growers
Association. Favorable
consideration will
be given to students
displaying a strong
involvement in their
school and
community.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount:
Varies
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Since 1999, the Iowa
Lakes Community College
Foundation, with the
help of several Iowa
Lakes employees and
community committee
members, has coordinated
a golf outing for
scholarships. Many
community members and
businesses sponsor
and/or attend the event
showing their support of
Iowa Lakes and its
students. Applicants
must be permanent
residents of Palo
Alto County, attend
any Iowa Lakes campus
and maintain a
minimum cumulative GPA
of 2.0.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Varies |
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Palo Alto County Health
System and the Palo Alto
County Hospital
Auxiliary of Emmetsburg
joined the Iowa Lakes
Community College
President’s Circle of
giving in 2008. As a
result of this
partnership with Iowa
Lakes, they decided to
utilize their
President’s Circle gift
to establish this
scholarship in support
of Palo Alto County
students attending
health care programs at
Iowa Lakes. Eligible
candidates must be
enrolled in the
Medical Office
Technology, Associate
Degree Nursing, Health
Care Administration,
Massage Therapy, Medical
Assistant, Medical
Assistant Specialist,
Paramedic Science,
Pharmacy Technician,
Practical Nursing or
Surgical Technology
programs
at Iowa Lakes Community
College. In addition,
they must
maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.5
at Iowa Lakes,
be permanent residents
of Palo Alto County and
use the award for
tuition, books and/or
fees only.
Deadline: April 1
Amount:
Two
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Family members,
friends and Iowa
Lakes employees
established an
endowed
scholarship in
2000 in memory
of Lonni Patten,
a student
enrolled in the
Child Care &
Early Childhood
Education
programs. Those
who knew and
loved Lonni were
aware of her
determination to
successfully
complete her
education. She
was an
inspiration to
all who worked
with her.
Applicants must
have a
minimum
cumulative GPA
of 2.5 and
display
financial need
determined by
the FAFSA form
results.
Candidates must
be enrolled in
the Child
Care and/or
Early Childhood
Education
programs.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: Up to $400
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This
scholarship
was
established
in 2008 in
memory of
Reverend
Richard
(Dick) and
Ramalee
Pearson, his
surviving
spouse, by
their four
sons,
Timothy,
Thomas,
Philip and
David
Pearson.
Eligible
candidates
for this
scholarship
must be
nontraditional
students
enrolled in
the
Associate
Degree
Nursing
program
at Iowa
Lakes
Community
College,
be permanent
residents of
Dickinson
County and
maintain a
minimum
cumulative
GPA of 3.5
during the
course of
progression
toward this
degree.
Recipient
may use
the award
for tuition,
books, fees
and other
incidental
costs.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: $5,500 |
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Since 2005
Iowa Lakes
has
administered
this
scholarship
established
by P.E.O., a
philanthropic
and
educational
organization
founded in
1869. Its
interests
include
bringing
increased
opportunities
for higher
education to
women. The
Estherville
chapter, AY,
was
established
in 1896 and
offers this
scholarship
to
graduating
senior women
from the
Estherville
Lincoln
Central
school
district.
Eligible
applicants
must be
planning to
attend
the
Estherville
campus
of Iowa
Lakes and
rank in the
top 50
percent
of their
high
school
graduating
class.
High
consideration
will be
given to
applicants
demonstrating
positive
character
and a
commitment
to community
service.
Applicants
should
indicate in
their
personal
summary any
honors,
special
recognitions
and
extracurricular
involvement
while in
high school.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: $400 |
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The
Poker
Ride
Scholarship
was
created
in 2003
as a
result
of the
Iowa
Lakes
Community
College
Foundation
Scholarship
Motorcycle
Poker
Ride
event.
Funds
are
raised
through
rider
donations
and
support
of local
businesses.
Applicants
must be
permanent
residents
of
Emmet,
Clay,
Dickinson,
Kossuth
or Palo
Alto
counties.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: varies
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The
Presidential
Scholarship
is
an
academic
ability
award
ranging
from
60-100%
tuition
depending
on
qualifications.
High
school
transcript
including
class
rank,
GPA
and
ACT
score
must
accompany
application.
Applicants
must
meet
at
least
two
of
the
necessary
qualifications.
Click
here
to
view
a
list
of
specific
qualifications.
Deadline:
May 1
Amount: 60% - 100% of Tuition
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These scholarships are awarded to
students who completed Post Secondary Education
Option credits through Iowa Lakes while in high
school. This scholarship is not renewable.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: up to $500 for FT enrollment (12+ credits)
up to $250 for PT enrollment (6+
credits)
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In
2000,
the
River
Valley
Telecommunications
Coop
Scholarship
was
established
to
be
awarded
to
graduating
seniors
who
are
permanent
residents
in
the
Graettinger,
Ruthven
or
Wallingford
telephone
exchange
(859,
837
or
867
phone
prefix).
Qualified
candidates
must
possess
and
maintain
a
minimum
cumulative
GPA
of
2.5.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Two - $833
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The Jonee Kay Rose-Broughton Memorial
Scholarship was established in 2004. Jonee was
a caring, sensitive person and dedicated Medical
Technologist who touched many during her short
life. Jonee was extremely knowledgeable and
inquisitive with a yearning for answers to the
problems of everyday life. Her scholarship is
designed to further the dreams of an Iowa Lakes
student who is a permanent resident of Clay
or Dickinson County with plans to transfer to
a four-year university. Eligible
candidates must be incoming freshmen
who demonstrate school and community
involvement along with financial need
determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: $1000
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Clyde and Grace Sanborn, former business people in the Estherville area, set up a fund in 1975 to be used for scholarship purposes. The Sanborn Scholarship is awarded annually to students attending the Estherville campus who are graduates of Armstrong-Ringsted, Estherville Lincoln Central, Graettinger-Terril, North Kossuth and North Sentral Kossuth high schools. In addition, students with a Dunnell, Minn., address graduating from Martin County West High School in Sherburn, Minn., are also eligible. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of scholastic ability and financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline April 1
Amount: $1000
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This scholarship was established
in 2005 for students who participated in S.A.V.E.
classes at Iowa Lakes while in high school.
This scholarship is not renewable.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: up to $500 for FT enrollment (12+ credits)
up to $250 for PT enrollment (6+
credits)
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The family of Don Schafer
has established a scholarship in 2005 in his
memory. The successful candidate will be a
graduating senior from the West Bend-Mallard
School District with a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.0. Applicants must display
financial need determined by the FAFSA form
results and use award for tuition, books
and/or fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500
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Spencer Hospital of Spencer joined the Iowa
Lakes President’s Circle of giving in 2008. As
a result of this partnership, they established
this scholarship to support Iowa Lakes Community
College and students pursuing healthcare
careers. Eligible candidates must enroll in
Nursing, Paramedic Science, Pharmacy Technician
or Surgical Technology. Preference
will be given to nursing students planning to
pursue their BSN. Applicants
must be permanent residents of Buena Vista,
Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, O’Brien,
Osceola, Palo Alto or Pocahontas counties.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: 2 - $1,250
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The Spirit of Harmony Chorus is a member of Sweet Adelines International, a worldwide organization committed to advancing the musical art form of barbershop harmony through education and performance. The chorus has great interest in promoting music in the lives of young people as they are the future of the organization. Eligible candidates must be second year students at Iowa Lakes planning a career in music, music teaching or music therapy while maintaining a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. Candidates must reside in Iowa or Minnesota and use the award for tuition, books or fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500 |
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The Starcom/Starnet
Scholarship was established in 2006 by Starcom/Starnet
of Graettinger and was designed to be awarded to
a graduating senior who is a Starcom/Starnet
customer or a dependent of a customer.
Eligible candidates must possess and
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
and supply a copy of their most recent
Starcom/Starnet bill.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $833
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These awards are made to Iowa Lakes student broadcasters in leadership roles. No application is necessary. If interested, contact Bob Pritchard, Broadcast Media Assistant Professor at 712-362-7914.
Amount: varies |
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These awards are made to Iowa Lakes Spindrift staff in leadership roles. No application is necessary. If interested, contact Pam Buchholz, Journalism & Photography Associate Professor at 712-362-7654.
Amount: varies |
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These awards are made to Iowa Lakes Student Senators. No application is necessary. If interested, contact: Trudy Kattner, Algona 515-295-8525; Bill Lapczenski, Emmetsburg 712-852-5207; Brian Radtke, Estherville 712-362-8367; Kathy Beachem, Spencer 712-580-8626; Spirit Lake Campus 712-362-7990.
Amount: varies |
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The Duane Syverson Memorial Scholarship was established by his wife Marilyn and family members in 2001. Duane worked in the Estherville area for over 40 years as a mason doing concrete and brick work. This scholarship has been established to reinvest in the building profession, and to encourage others to enjoy this career. Qualified candidates must be incoming freshmen enrolled in the Construction Technology program.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: varies
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This scholarship was established
in 2001 for students who participated in tech
prep classes at Iowa Lakes while in high
school. This scholarship is not renewable.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: up to $500 for FT enrollment (12+ credits)
up to $250 for PT enrollment (6+
credits)
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The John and Johanna Thomas Memorial Scholarship was established in 1997 for freshmen or sophomore students attending Iowa Lakes. Applicants must be planning to receive an Arts and Science degree and transfer to a four-year institution for a degree in engineering.
Deadline:
October 1
Amount: Up to $1,200
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Henry Torkelson was a former instructor in the Farm Equipment Mechanics program. This scholarship is awarded to a student in their second year of the Farm Equipment and Diesel Technology program at Iowa Lakes.
Deadline:
October 1
Amount: varies
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The TRIO Scholarship was established to encourage excelling TRIO students to continue their education at Iowa Lakes Community College. This scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors who have been Educational Talent Search and/or Upward Bound participants and are planning to attend Iowa Lakes.
Deadline: April 15
Amount:
$500 |
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Vestas is the world’s leading supplier of modern energy solutions. The company’s core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale and maintenance of wind technology that uses wind energy to generate electricity. Vestas has installed more than 35,500 wind turbines in 63 countries, and has a track record of installing more than 10,000 wind turbines on North American soil. Vestas Americas established this scholarship in 2007 in partnership with the Wind Energy & Turbine Technology Program and in support of highly trained technicians. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in the Wind Energy & Turbine Technology program at Iowa Lakes and exhibit academic excellence by achieving and maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. This award must be used for tuition, books and/or fees. Each year, the award is given to two 1st year students and two 2nd year students.
Deadline: April 1
Amount:
$3,500 each |
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We Believe Scholarships are made possible from gifts to the college’s annual giving program entitled We Believe. Iowa Lakes employees, boards, alumni and numerous businesses and individuals throughout the college’s five-county area and beyond generously support scholarships for Iowa Lakes students. |
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This scholarship was established in 1999 and is open to all Iowa Lakes students and is awarded on the basis of financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April
1 for fall, October 1 for spring
Amount: varies
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Applicants must be second year students in the Ag Production Technology program who exhibit an interest above and beyond the normal expectations of class work and farm lab work and possess/maintain a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA. The recipient must use the award for books and/or fees. This award is for the fall semester only.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $100 |
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for students enrolled in either the (LPN) Practical Nursing or (ADN) Associate Degree Nursing programs at the Algona campus.
Deadline:
October 1
Amount: $120 |
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This scholarship was
established in 2006
for students
going into their
second year pursuing
studio arts or art
education.
Applicants must
possess a minimum
cumulative GPA of
3.0 and
display financial
need determined
by the FAFSA form
results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount:
varies
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This scholarship was
established in 2006
for students
enrolled in
the Athletic
Training transfer
program who will
have completed 30
credit hours as of
the upcoming fall
semester with a
minimum cumulative
GPA of 3.0.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $150
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This
scholarship was
established in 2005
for students
currently completing
the second
semester of the Auto
Technology program
who display
financial need
determined by the
FAFSA form results.
The recipient
must have earned
a minimum 2.0 GPA at
the end of their
first semester.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $100
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for students enrolled in the Aviation program who display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Five - $250
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for students pursuing a biology major while maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and displaying financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Varies |
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Established in 2007, the Bright Futures
Scholarship is designed to benefit an Iowa Lakes
Community College nontraditional female
student planning to continue her education at a
four-year institution. Candidates must be 25
years of age or older, and may attend any
Iowa Lakes campus. Scholarship must be used
for tuition, books and/or fees.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Varies
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for students enrolled in the Business Administration & Management program pursuing an A.S. degree and have completed a minimum of one semester in the program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
Deadline: April 1
Amount:
Varies |
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The Melba Byrkeland Memorial Special Needs Scholarship,
established in 2007, memorializes Melba’s
dedication to helping special needs students
realize their career goals. During her career
at Iowa Lakes from 1972-1998, she was recognized
by Presidents Reagan and Clinton for her unique
program development based on her educational
philosophy of developing the whole person. A
committed mentor for other faculty, she helped
develop the first new faculty orientation, the
Velkommen Experience. Melba touched many lives,
making a difference, as if reaching out to
others was a way of life for her. Eligible
candidates for the Byrkeland Memorial
Scholarship must be former SAVE/COC students
continuing their education at Iowa Lakes
Community College while displaying financial
need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Preference will be given to those
students continuing on in the Iowa Lakes
Hotel/Restaurant Management program.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Two - $500
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Students currently enrolled in the Career Academy program at either Iowa Lakes Community College or Algona High School are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must plan to attend Iowa Lakes.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $Two -
$500
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The Matt Coleman Memorial Scholarship was established in
2006 by family members in memory of Matt. Matt
was a former Criminal Justice student at Iowa
Lakes and had a love for motorcycles.
Applicants must be enrolled in either the
Criminal Justice or the Motorcycle & Small
Engine Technology program. The recipient
must display financial need determined by
the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Varies
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This scholarship was established in 2006 for students enrolled in the Construction Technology program. Applicants will need to be on track to have completed 48 credit hours in the program as of the spring semester of awarding while maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. The award will be presented spring semester.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $500
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for students enrolled in the Criminal Justice program entering their second year in the program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Varies
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This scholarship was established in 2006 for students who have taken one or more developmental classes at Iowa Lakes, possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 and display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount:
Up to $500
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for students who are enrolled in the Environmental Studies program, have sophomore status as of the upcoming fall semester and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $200 |
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This scholarship was established in 2006 for students enrolled in the Human Services & Disability Studies program who maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: up to $300 |
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A one-time scholarship established as the result of the 2008 drawing amongst Iowa Lakes employee participants of the We Believe Annual Giving Program, this scholarship will benefit Iowa Lakes cross country students. Applicants must possess and maintain a 2.75 GPA and use the award for tuition, books and/or fees. Donor reserves the right to award one-$500 scholarship or two-$250 scholarships.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: up to $500 |
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Established in 2008, the Laurene Kay Klepper (Wycoff) Memorial Scholarship is meant to keep her memory alive while benefiting students at Iowa Lakes Community College who have been touched by cancer during their lives. The cancer diagnosis may have been with the students themselves or an immediate family member (parent, sibling or grandparent). Applicants should include information about the cancer related illness in their one page summary of the application process. Eligible candidates for this scholarship must be permanent Iowa residents, display financial need by FAFSA form results and use the award for tuition, books and/or fees only.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: $1,000 |
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for nontraditional Massage Therapy students displaying financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Varies
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for nontraditional Medical Assistant students displaying financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline:
April 1
Amount: Varies |
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This scholarship was established in 2008 for second year students with sophomore status in the Wind Energy & Turbine Technology program. Applicants must possess and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, be permanent residents of Iowa and use the award for books only. The award is for the fall semester only.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $120
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This scholarship was established in 2006 for students enrolled in the Medical Office Technology at the Spencer campus who display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: October 1
Amount: $150
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This award is provided to
talented and promising musicians
whose academic qualifications
and demonstrated musical
abilities indicate that they
could make a significant
contribution to the music
program of the college. The
amount of these awards is
determined by several factors
including student ability,
financial need determined by
the FAFSA form results and
specific needs within each
ensemble. One of the
recommendation letters or forms
must be from a school music
instructor or private teacher.
Contact the music department to
make arrangements for auditions:
(712) 362-7962 or (712)
362-7963.
Amount: varies
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This scholarship was established in 2005 for students enrolled in the Nursing program who possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75. Applicants must have completed at least one semester in the nursing program by the upcoming fall semester.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: varies
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This scholarship was established in 2006 for students enrolled in the Surgical Technology program at the Spencer campus who display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $200
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Applicants must be students transferring to the Iowa Lakes Emmetsburg Campus at the start of the spring semester. Students must display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: February 1
Amount: $500
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Applicants must be second year students with sophomore status in the Web Development & Design program and possess and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $1200
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Applicants must be full-time students in the Wind Energy and Turbine Technology program, possess/maintain minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA, have non-traditional status (minimum 25 years old), display financial need by FAFSA results and use the award for books and fees only.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $300 |
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The Guy Webber Trust was established in 1991 by Guy Webber, a former attorney for the railroad from Estherville. Following his legal career, Guy Webber lived an extremely meager lifestyle. Webber designated his estate to provide scholarship funding to graduating seniors of Estherville Lincoln Central High School. Eligible candidates must be enrolled at Iowa Lakes, be in the upper 25 percent of their graduating class, demonstrate financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: Varies
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In 2000 the Dr. Gerald Wieneke Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of this Emmetsburg physician. Candidates must be enrolled in the nursing program, display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Deadline: April
1
Amount: Up to $200
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Their daughter, Ellen Willis Miller, and her family established this scholarship in honor and memory of Edmund and Opal. Edmund taught at Emmetsburg High School and Iowa Lakes Community College. Opal taught commercial art in Cylinder and Emmetsburg High Schools. This scholarship has been established to reinvest in the education of the citizens of Emmetsburg, which was so important to Edmund and Opal. Applicants must attend the Emmetsburg campus and be permanent residents in the Emmetsburg Public School District or be a graduate returning to the area. Applicants must also be studying the fields of science, math or office/secretarial, possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and be of good moral standing.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: varies
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The Woody’s Pizza Inc. Scholarship was established in 1999 by Tony and Jody Condon, owners of Woody’s Pizza Inc. of Estherville. Applicants must attend the Estherville or Emmetsburg campus and be a permanent resident of Palo Alto, Emmet, Dickinson, or Clay counties. Applicants may be enrolled in any Iowa Lakes program while maintaining a 2.0 GPA, displaying community involvement and financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500
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Family and friends of Deanne Yackle established a scholarship in 2006 in her memory. Eligible applicants must display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results and be enrolled in the Human Services/Disability Studies program or have a documented disability themselves. Applicants should include in summary a brief explanation of the disability and how they've worked to overcome it.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: $500 |
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Arthur and Elva Yates Memorial
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In 1998, Edna Webster established this scholarship in memory of her parents, Arthur L. and Elva M. Yates, of Estherville. The Yates scholarship encourages students to pursue educational opportunities offered at Iowa Lakes and beyond. Applicants must be entering their second year at Iowa Lakes in the upcoming fall semester with sophomore status, possess a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA and be planning to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Preference will be given to students permanently residing in the college five-county district (Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Kossuth, Palo Alto).
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Two - $500 |
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The Stanley O. & Alma Young Scholarship was established in 1998 for permanent residents of Armstrong, Estherville, Graettinger, Gruver or Wallingford. Applicants must display financial need determined by the FAFSA form results.
Deadline: April 1
Amount: Up to full tuition, books and fees. (Federal
and/or State grants will be applied first.)
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