Last-Dollar Scholarship

FUTURE-READY IOWA

The Future-Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship is a key initiative designed to support Iowa’s ambitious goal of ensuring that 70 percent of the state’s workforce attains education or training beyond high school.

This program empowers Iowans to pursue rewarding career opportunities while equipping employers with the skilled workforce needed to foster growth and innovation. To learn more about how Iowa works toward this goal, visit the Future Ready Iowa website.

True to its name, the Last-Dollar Scholarship helps bridge the financial gap between a student’s financial aid awards and the remaining costs of attending college. At Iowa Lakes Community College, this scholarship covers expenses for qualifying students enrolled in high-demand programs. The amount of grant money you receive from the Iowa Department of Education may change based on state funding.

This scholarship supports eligible programs in areas critical to Iowa’s workforce needs, such as healthcare, technology, and skilled trades. For more information about the Last-Dollar Scholarship, including how to apply and eligibility requirements, visit Iowa College Aid.

LAST-DOLLAR SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS

Who is eligible for the Last-Dollar Scholarship Program?

The Last-Dollar Scholarship is available to:

Students who recently completed an Iowa high school diploma, a homeschool program, or high school equivalency diploma, OR students (age 20 and older)
Complete a FAFSA Application.
Enroll at least part-time in an eligible program of study
Apply for all other available state and federal grants and scholarships
Meet ongoing requirements outlined on the College Aid website
Have a Student Aid Index (SAI) at or below $30,000

ELIGIBLE PROGRAMS AT IOWA LAKES

Agriculture Production Technology - Emmetsburg Campus
Automotive Technology - Emmetsburg Campus
Aviation & Airport Management - Estherville Campus
Business Administration & Management - All Campuses
Computer Programming - Estherville Campus
Construction Technology* - Emmetsburg Campus
Electrical Technology - Estherville Campus
Environmental Studies - Estherville Campus
Farm Equipment & Diesel Technology - Emmetsburg Campus
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technology *- Estherville Campus
Nursing - Emmetsburg Campus
Licensed Practical Nurse (PN) - Emmetsburg Campus
Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) - Emmetsburg Campus
Surgical Technology - Spencer Campus
Veterinary Technician - Emmetsburg Campus
Welding Technology* - Emmetsburg Campus
Wind Energy & Turbine Technology* - Estherville Campus

* Denotes students enrolled in qualified programs may receive the Last-Dollar Scholarship whether seeking a certificate, diploma, and/or degree. Contact Admissions or the Program Coordinator for more information.