Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives Scholarship

Name: Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

• Multiple scholarships awarded annually to eligible high school students across Iowa
• Award amounts vary depending on funding, cooperative participation, and applicant pool

Information And Eligibility:
The Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives (IAEC) Scholarship supports the educational goals of Iowa students while promoting awareness of Iowa’s electric cooperatives and their role in serving rural communities. This scholarship program is funded by local electric cooperatives across the state to encourage academic achievement, community involvement, and an understanding of the cooperative business model.

The scholarship is open to high school seniors whose parents or guardians are members of an Iowa electric cooperative. Eligible students must demonstrate academic promise, leadership potential, and involvement in school or community activities. Many participating cooperatives also require students to submit an essay related to the cooperative system, rural energy, or community service — emphasizing the importance of civic engagement within Iowa’s cooperative network.

Scholarships may be used toward tuition, books, tools, or other education-related expenses at any accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school. Because the program is administered through local electric cooperatives, exact award amounts and selection guidelines can vary slightly depending on the student’s home cooperative.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a high school senior graduating from an Iowa school
• Parent or legal guardian must be a member of an Iowa electric cooperative
• Must plan to enroll in an accredited two-year, four-year, or technical college
• Must meet academic standards set by the local cooperative (GPA requirements may vary)
• Demonstrated leadership, community service, or involvement in extracurricular activities

Application Requirements:

• Completed scholarship application through the student’s local Iowa electric cooperative
• High school transcript showing academic performance
• Letter(s) of recommendation, typically from a teacher, counselor, or community leader
• Short essay (topics vary but often relate to cooperative principles, rural service, or community impact)
• Proof of cooperative membership (parent/guardian account information)

Selection Criteria:

• Academic achievement and readiness for post-secondary education
• Strength of essay, particularly understanding of cooperative values and community service
• Leadership experience, extracurricular participation, and civic engagement
• Financial need may be considered depending on the cooperative

Additional Details:

• Each participating electric cooperative independently reviews applications and selects its scholarship recipients
• Many cooperatives award multiple scholarships each year, supporting students entering technical, trade, or four-year degree programs
• The IAEC scholarship program helps reinforce the cooperative commitment to “Concern for Community,” one of the Seven Cooperative Principles
• Students are encouraged to contact their local cooperative early in the year to confirm deadlines and requirements

Deadline: April

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