Academic Scholarships

       Arts & Science/Career Option

• 100 percent tuition for any Valedictorian (first ranking graduate)
• 80 percent tuition for any Salutatorian (second ranking graduate)
• 60 percent tuition for any graduating senior with a 3.5 GPA

       Technical/Vocational

• 100 percent tuition for any Valedictorian (first ranking graduate)
• 80 percent tuition for any Salutatorian (second ranking graduate)
• 60 percent tuition for any graduating senior with a 3.25 GPA

Opportunities to earn Honors credit by completing "in class honors" activities and requirements.

"Scholars only" academic and cultural activities each semester.

Opportunity for interaction with fellow Honors students in both on- and off-campus activities.

Opportunity to determine both individual and group or club academic pursuits.

Special recognition at graduation.

How Do You Apply?

• Complete the scholarship application for Presidential Scholar by May 1.
• Complete the application for admission by May 1.
• Have an official transcript of high school grades sent to the Admissions Office by May 1.
• Request an exam report from ACT be sent to Iowa Lakes, if applicable.

Who Is Eligible?
Applicants to the Presidential Scholar Program must satisfy at least two of the following requirements:

       Arts & Science/Career Option

• Be named a Valedictorian, Salutatorian, or first or second ranking graduate.
• Have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.
• Score 25 or above on the ACT.
• Rank in the top 10 percent of your class.

       Technical/Vocational

• Be named a Valedictorian, Salutatorian, or first or second ranking graduate.
• Have a grade point average of 3.25 or higher.
• Score 20 or above on the ACT.
• Rank in the top 20 percent of your class.

How Do You Remain Eligible?

• Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.5.
• Actively participate in scheduled honors activities.
• Demonstrate leadership through participation in college activities.