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International Merit Scholarships (Transfer Students)

Iowa State University

Merit scholarships for international transfer students with strong academic records and exceptional achievements at Iowa State University.

Award
Award of Achievement: up to $20,000 total ($5,000–$8,000 annually); Award of Distinction: up to $10,000 total ($2,000–$4,000 annually)
Who can apply
Open worldwide
Where
Ames, Iowa, USA
Deadline
1 Mar

About the programme

Iowa State offers merit scholarships to international transfer students who have strong academic records and exceptional achievements in areas such as math, sciences, arts, leadership, community service, innovation or entrepreneurship. Two award levels are offered, funding runs for up to 5 semesters or until degree completion, and funds apply only to undergraduate tuition and fees.

Eligibility

  • Offered admission to Iowa State University as an international transfer student
  • Assessed international tuition rates
  • Cumulative GPA equivalent to 3.0 out of 4.0
  • Accept offer of admission by May 1 (fall) or December 15 (spring)
  • Maintain minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA for renewal
  • Enroll in at least 12 credits per semester (excluding summer) for renewal
  • Remain classified as an international student for renewal
  • Sign in to check these against your background.

What they look for

  • Strong achievements in math, sciences, arts, leadership, community service, innovation or entrepreneurship

What you will need

  • OneApp scholarship application

How to apply

  1. Complete the OneApp General Application first
  2. Under Opportunities > Recommended, select International Student Admissions Scholarship Application for your term
  3. Complete the OneApp scholarship application
  4. Accept admission offer by May 1 (fall) or December 15 (spring)

Applications are submitted on Iowa State University’s own site. Open Doors helps you prepare; it is not the official application portal.

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11 Nov 2026, read automatically from the official page

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