The University of Iowa offers several scholarships to outstanding international first-year and transfer students. However, financial assistance in the form of grants, loans, or need-based aid is not available for international students.

Featured UI Scholarships

Note that some scholarships may require you to apply for admission and be admitted well before the deadline to apply for admission.

• Scholarships for International First-Year Students
  For international students who have not previously enrolled in any postsecondary colleges or universities.
• Scholarships for International Transfer Students
  For international students transferring from another college or university.

Additional Scholarship Opportunities

Be sure to also search for scholarships offered by external agencies and other UI offices.

• Scholarships Administered by International Student & Scholar Services
  These scholarships are typically for currently enrolled international students.
• External Grants for Non-U.S. Citizens
  This list compiled by the UI office of International Programs features some externally funded scholarships for international students.