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Scholarship Opportunities

Please note that deadlines and links to scholarships will be updated to reflect the 2025 dates when current information from donors are received. 
Moravia Listing of Scholarships by Month
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Important: If having trouble accessing linked documents, please email jill.whisler@moraviacsd.com. All completed applications should be submitted as PDFs if possible! 

Local Scholarships

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Bunt Scholarship

The Bunt Scholarship is a speech competition open to students in the 9th-12th grades in Moravia, usually held in early March.They will perform before a panel of three judges who will decide and give up to three $500 scholarship prizes to the contestants, paid out upon proof of enrolling at a post-secondary educational facility, whether it be a college or vocational training program. A student may win the scholarship twice in their academic career at Moravia. Students interested in participating need to get ahold of Ms. Leadon by mid-January.

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Appanoose County Farm Bureau

Two graduating seniors will receive $250 with one selected to the state scholarship of $2,500, renewable for four years. Deadline: January 29th, 2025

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Conservation District of Iowa

While this is a wide field and many studies qualify, preference will be given to students pursing programs of study in conservation. Link to description of application process. 

Deadline- February 9th, 2025. 

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Community First Credit Union

Awarded to an active Community First Credit Union member that meets academic requirements. One award of $2,000 will be given per branch. Deadline- February 12th, 2025. 
 

Teammates Scholarship

Awarded to an active Teammates mentee during junior and senior years of school who demonstrates commitment and plan to attend a post-secondary institution. Deadline- February 15th, 2025.

 

Chariton Valley Electric Cooperative Scholarships

CVEC is offering 5 scholarships, totaling $5,500 to graduating high school students this May. 

•    Four $1,000 individual scholarships will be awarded to students who plan to pursue a post-secondary education in any field of study. 
•    One $1,500 individual scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who plans to attend an accredited electrical lineworker program or pursue a post-secondary education in the electrical engineering field.

Deadline: February 14th, 2025

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Shelter Insurance Foundation Agents' Scholarship

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The local branch of Shelter Insurance will be awarding a $1,500 scholarship to a graduate in the Appanoose county region who is attending an accredited college, university, or trade school  in the fall of 2024. Deadline: February 15th, 2025

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Monroe County Cattlemen Scholarship

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Open to any student that is involved in Monroe County agricultural activities and the individual and/or family must be a member of the Monroe County Cattlemen's Association with paid dues on file from the previous year or is currently purchasing a 3 year, new membership. 

Deadline: February 10th, 2025

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Alliant Energy Scholarship

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Eligibility: Be a dependent of a current customer of an Alliant Energy utility subsidiary (Interstate Power and Light or Wisconsin Power and Light), or be a current customer themselves, GPA of 2.5 with community service leadership activities, Plan to enroll for the first time in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university, or vocational/technical school located within the Alliant Energy service territory. Note: Alliant Energy awards school-specific scholarships, as well. Deadline: February 2nd, 2025

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Max Moore Scholarship 

The scholarship is given by his family every year to one graduating senior whose parent or guardian, or they themselves are employed with one of the family companies. This $8,000.00 scholarship is provided in $1,000.00 increments per semester, with a 4-year maximum. If you or your parent/guardian is employed by Iowa Steel & Wire or Cyclone Trucking, you are eligible to apply. The scholarship application is linked to the title, but you will also need to request the counselor to complete the Counselor Form & Transcript Request. 

Deadline: March 1st, 2025 

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Appanoose Family Alliance/Community Partnerships for Protecting Children

Appanoose Family Alliance is offering a Scholarship to a graduating high school senior in Appanoose County. Deadline: March 26th, 2025 by 5 pm

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Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri

One applicant is chosen from each of the Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri branch locations (Centerville branch covers Centerville, Moulton-Udell, Moravia, and Seymour). The recipients will be chosen on academic achievement, community activities and leadership, and school activities and leadership, not financial need. Each recipient will receive a $500 scholarship upon completion of their first semester of further education. Deadline: March 19th, 2024

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LCL Health Career Scholarship

High school seniors with 30 college credits upon graduation and seeking a career in healthcare. 

The online application will open on Feb 1st at  http://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=ottumwa

Opens: February 1st

Deadline: March 31st, 2025 by 5 pm

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American Legion Auxiliary 5th District Merit Award 

To be eligible to apply for this award you must a Post member, Unit member or a Veteran’s child, grandchild or great grandchild, stepchild, step-grandchild, step great-grandchild who plans to attend a college, university, professional, nursing, trade school, commercial, or vocational education in an accredited school operated within the state of Iowa. 

Deadline: April 1st, 2025

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Appanoose County Young Republican Scholarship

A Young Republican Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating High School Senior who exemplifies academic achievement and involvement in school, community and Republican activities. Deadline: April 1st, 2025

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Appanoose County Foundation

Eligibility: graduating High School Senior residing in Appanoose County, Iowa, must have a minimum of 3.0 cumulative grade point average, and be entering a college, university, or approved technical school

Deadline: April 1st, 2025

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Appanoose County Foundation: Lawrence & Velma Burkhart

Appanoose county graduate planning to attend a college, university or technical school pursuing an education in Natural Resources, Landscaping, Conservation, Forestry, or a closely related field (send an explanation detailing how your field relates to those listed above). 

Deadline: April 1st, 2025

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PEO Chapters KA&D Scholarship

A local scholarship awarded to a graduation FEMALE senior residing in Appanoose County or a FEMALE student originally from Appanoose County who has completed one year of college. 

Deadline: Postmarked by April 1st, 2025

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Appanoose Young Professionals â€‹

AYP will be awarding 1, $1,000 Scholarship to a student from an Appanoose County school district. This is open to students who are attending college, trade/technical schools, or pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors. Submit the scholarship by completing the google form linked: https://forms.gle/PsQ8txCuRAdc5Y5r8

Deadline: April 1st, 2025

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MercyOne Centerville Auxiliary Scholarships

Available to all Appanoose County seniors who pursuing licensed medical fields.

Additional Reference Form for Application

Deadline: April 4th, 2025

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Moravia Community Scholarship

A local community scholarship. Deadline: April 9th, 2025

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Real Deal McCoy Scholarship

A scholarship for a graduating senior residing in Appanoose County and is selected from an essay that demonstrates financial need.  Deadline: April 10th, 2025

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Lighthouse Church of Nazarene: Men's Ministry Scholarship

Write about yourself, your home and family interests, future educational and vocational plans, your reason(s) for completing this application and how you feel that being a Christian has affected your education. Include your need for financial assistance and why you should be selected to receive this scholarship. You do not have to attend this church to receive this award . Deadline: April 14th, 2024

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Infinity Health Scholarship

$1,000 scholarship available to all Appanoose County seniors who pursuing a technical program or college in an accredited health care field. Deadline: April 15th, 2025

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Mary Jo Hoff Scholarship

Awarded to a Moravia High School senior who will be attending a 4-year college or university. Applicants must be a US Citizen, have a 3.25 GPA, faced obstacles in life and demonstrate financial need by filing the FAFSA by March 1st. Deadline: April 15th, 2025

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Humble Heroes Foundation Scholarship ($1,000)

Humble Heroes Foundation is a non-profit charitable organization founded to provide financial assistance and scholarships to Military Veterans and Families that have served honorably and humbly to our great country. Deadline: April 15th, 2025

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McDanel's 3MC Charolais in Memory of Stuart McDanel

A graduating student at the Moravia Community School pursuing postsecondary education or training including, but not limited to, college, technical or trade school, apprenticeship

 Deadline: April 15th, 2025​

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Delta Kappa Gama International Alpha Rho Chapter

A $350 scholarship awarded to a graduating female from Appanoose or Wapello counties who is pursuing a degree in education. Deadline: April 26th, 2024

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Appanoose County Soil &Water Conservation District

One-year renewable scholarship awarded to an Appanoose County Soil and Water Conservation District who is pursuing an education in conservation or agricultural fields. 

Deadline: April 26th, 2024

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Stanley and Elaine Spencer Scholarship

A $500 scholarship awarded to a graduation senior who is a member of the Moravia FFA Chapter. Deadline: May 1st, 2025

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State/Regional Scholarships 

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Iowa College Aid

A website to provide assistance with scholarships/grants/student loans/FASFA and repayment programs.  A must see website for all college bound students.

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JCI Senate Scholarship

The U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation grants $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools. Deadline: January 17th, 2025

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Iowa FFA Scholarships 

Every year, scholarships are available to FFA members with various post-secondary and career interests. Opportunities will be posted here as they are made available. Deadline: Present- May 1st

 

Iowa Farm Bureau Scholarships

The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) and many of its 100 county Farm Bureaus offer a variety of scholarships at the state and local level to future college students. Eligibility for Farm Bureau scholarships is reserved for current IFBF members (and their children) who are in good standing with the organization. To be considered, a graduating high school senior must have a minimum 2.5 grade point average (GPA), be involved in extra-curricular activities, and be accepted into an accredited higher education institution (including community colleges and technical schools). Deadline: January 29th, 2025

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Grand Lodge of Iowa: MCEC Technical Scholarship

Scholarships will be awarded to several graduating Iowa high school seniors who plan to enroll in a mechanical or trade course of study at an accredited Iowa Community College.  The scholarship may be used for any bona fide school related expenses such as tuition, fees, books, and tools.  Deadline- February 1, 2025.

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Grand Lodge of Iowa: Masonic Scholarships

Scholarships awarded to 25 graduating seniors and are designed  to  assist  graduating  seniors  in  pursuing  a  post-secondary  education in  any  state  at  an  accredited  institution  which  provides  either  a  two  year  or  a  four-year  degree.  The scholarships may be used for any bona fide school related expense such as tuition, fees, and books.  Deadline- February 1, 2025.

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Mediacom World Class Scholars Program

Consideration for recipients: academic achievement, leadership, school/community involvement, teacher reference. Deadline: January 31st, 2024 

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Iowa Ducks Limited Scholarship

Open to all senior student members who have demonstrated a commitment to wetlands conservation. Students must have a 2.8 or higher cumulative GPA and plan to attend a two-year accredited school/community college, four-year college/university or trade/technical school. Deadline: March 1st, 2025

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Charles Nicolay Educational Foundation

Iowa senior or college student attending an Iowa institution for programs related to construction, architecture, engineering, or masonry field. Deadline: March 10th, 2025

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Warren A Morrow Memorial Scholarship

Entrants must have an account established in his or her own name and be a “member in good standing” at a credit union that is a member or associate member of the Iowa Credit Union League.

Deadline - February 2nd, 2024 

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MFA Foundation Scholarship

Offered to high school seniors who are children or grandchildren (including step-children or step-grandchildren) of a member of MFA Agri Services Centers, MFA Oil Company Bulk Plants, or qualified customers of other MFA agencies. The scholarship may be used to pursue any course of study that leads toward an academic degree such as Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science or Associate’s Degree at an accredited college or university.

Opens Dec 1st, 2024, Deadline -February 15th, 2025

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Iowa Newspaper Foundation

Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic record, demonstrated talent and desire to work for an Iowa newspaper or locale as listed in the scholarship descriptions. Some consideration will be given to financial need. Most awards are limited to students attending Iowa colleges, universities and community colleges; see scholarship descriptions for details. Deadline Feb 14th, 2025 

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Iowa Auto Dealer's Foundation for Education 

Awards scholarships to students pursuing a career in the automotive industry who meet specific eligibility requirements. Opens Dec 1st, 2025. Deadline - March 2025. 

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Iowa 4-H Scholarships (multiple)

Iowa 4-H members are eligible to apply for 4-H scholarships if they meet individual scholarship requirements. 

Deadline - March1st, 2025

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Iowa State Rifle & Pistol Association

2-$1000 one-year scholarships on the basis of merit to selected high school seniors who
are currently enrolled in a team or club that is participating in Rifle -Pistol – Air Rifle or Shotgun competitions.

Deadline - March1st, 2025​

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Iowa United Methodist Foundation Scholarship

The Iowa United Methodist Foundation offers thousands of dollars in scholarships every year to students who demonstrate academic and community excellence. Deadline: March 1st, 2025

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FFBC- LGBTQ+ and Allies Scholarship

FFBC awards annual scholarships to outstanding Iowa high seniors who advocate for inclusion, fight homophobia, and educate their schools and/or communities about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ) issues. Academic excellence, extracurricular activities and community involvement also factor into the awards.

The scholarships are $3,000 each. The number of awards varies each year based on the number and quality of applicants and the funds available.

​Deadline: March 15th, 2025​

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SFM Scholarship

Be the natural, adopted, step-child or full dependent of a worker injured or killed in a work-related accident during the course and scope of employment with an employer based in Minnesota or Iowa and entitled to receive benefits under the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act, Iowa Workers’ Compensation Act or other comparable benefit program exclusive to work-related injuries. Deadline March 31st, 2025

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Iowa Financial Know-How Challenge Scholarship

Ten randomly drawn $1,000 awards: Deadline Jan 6th-April, 2025

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Ag Coop Safety Scholarship

Senior attending college, university, or trade school for agriculture or safety related field. Deadline is April 15th, 2025

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Iowa National Guard Service Scholarship

Click on the link and follow the detailed instructions.

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National Scholarships

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Student Scholarships

StudentScholarships.org has been providing scholarship information to students and scholarship management services to companies since 2003.

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National FFA Scholarship Program

The National FFA Scholarship Program plus thousands of other agricultural opportunities. Search through the website and explore all of the possibilities.

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Circled In Scholarship

The Circled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2500 CASH scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. In just two steps, you’re in! Apply by signing-up for a Circled In account and then complete your portfolio.

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GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship

The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship offers college scholarships of up to $40,000 for high school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship.

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The Hagan Scholarship

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free. The scholarship is worth up to $6,000 each semester.

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The Horatio Alger Association

The Horatio Alger Association honors the achievements of outstanding individuals in our society who have succeeded in spite of adversity and who are committed to supporting young people in pursuit of increased opportunities through higher education.

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JCI Senate Scholarship

Each year, the U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation grants $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools. Deadline: January 19th, 2024

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Purdue Global Minority Scholarships

Dozens of scholarships are available for minorities in many different majors and fields of work. Some are targeted for specific minority groups, and some are available to all minorities. Various deadlines

College Specific Scholarships & Priority Deadlines

 

Check your college/university's Priority Deadline for FAFSA 

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Central College

Coe College

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC)

Ellsworth Community College 

Graceland University

Grandview University

Hawkeye Community College

Indian Hills Community College

Iowa School of Beauty

Iowa State University

Kirkwood Community College

Northwest Missouri State University 

Southeastern Community College

Simpson College 

Southwestern Community College

The University of Iowa

The University of Northern Iowa

Wartburg College 

William Penn University

Mr. Sam Swenson
Moravia Elementary
Superintendent/PK-6 Principal
sam.swenson@moraviacsd.com

Moravia Community Schools

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505 N. Trussell ave.

Moravia, IA  52571

Mr. Kevin Cochran
Moravia JH/HS
6-12 Principal
kevin.cochran@moraviacsd.com
 

Phone: 641-724-3241

Fax: 641-724-0629

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