Iowa Association of Independent Colleges and Universities

The FAFSA form for 2025-26 will be available October 1st. To learn more about how financial aid works, click here: https://studentaid.gov/

Dubuque is home to not just one, but five institutions of higher education. If you enroll in any of the 5 higher education factions, the mayor will send you a letter welcoming you to the community.

Make sure to check out this compelling article on the power of networking and community within Dubuque!

Dubuque's five colleges, community work as a network of support for students • Iowa Capital Dispatch Dubuque's network of colleges and universities are gearing up for a week of visits from students with support from the community.

Looking for a gold medal quality education? 🥇 Look no further than an Iowa Private College, University or Community College!

See the full list of options for higher education in Iowa here:

Iowa Colleges & Universities Iowa public universities. public not-for-profit colleges/universities, private for-profit colleges/universities, community colleges, nursing/healthcare colleges

Private school education can be affordable! Download our info sheet to see how Iowa students may qualify for the Iowa Tuition Grant, receiving up to $7,500 per year, matched by the student’s institution. Visit https://iowatuitiongrant.org/info-sheet/

Incoming seniors! Trying to stay ahead and prepare for the year? Read about how to fill out the FAFSA form in advance to be sure you have all of the tools you need to get started this December.

Click here to get ahead on your planning: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/filling-out

Incoming seniors! FAFSA can feel like an overwhelming process. To get started, you need this information readily available when the time comes:

-Social security number
-Federal tax information
-Tax documents and/or tax returns including IRS W-2 information for you and your parents if you are a dependent student: IRS Form1040

The official deadline to submit your FAFSA form is at 11:59pm on June 30th. Just a few more days!

For more information, click here: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/fafsa-deadlines

The Iowa Tuition Grant creates opportunity when it comes to education. How do you qualify?

-Iowa resident
-Undergraduate enrollment
-Enrolled at an eligible Iowa private college or university

Would you love $30,000 for an Iowa private college education? Most students who qualify for the Pell grant also qualify for the Iowa Tuition Grant. That is $45,000 combined towards your 4 year education. Ready to get started? Click here: https://iowatuitiongrant.org/iowa-tuition-grant/

$2.6 billion dollars in college aid money goes unclaimed every year. Most students who qualify for the Pell Grant also qualify for the Iowa Tuition Grant. That is over $45,000 in grants for your total four years with just these two grants!

Don't miss out on your opportunity to have an affordable college education! https://iowatuitiongrant.org/iowa-tuition-grant/

Private college and affordable aren't typically something you'd hear in the same sentence, but we'd like to debunk that! The 2024-2025 FAFSA form is expanding eligibility for federal student aid. 610,000 new students will be eligible to receive Federal Pell Grants due to updates in student aid applications. 10,000 Iowa students will qualify for the ITG in addition to the Pell Grant!

Looking for a quality business degree? 6 of the 11 best business degrees in the state are partner schools with the Iowa Tuition Grant. Get a quality education at an affordable price with the help of the ITG! Check out these schools if you are interested in a business degree: Loras College, Dordt University, College, Iowa, St. Ambrose University, Morningside University and Mount Mercy University

Grinnell College is taking on a deepened commitment to environmental stewardship. The college is now home to the largest private solar installation in Iowa!

Read about their commitment to sustainability which includes a goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040:

Grinnell College Plugs into 16th Ave Solar Array, Marking Historic Environmental Milestone A large solar array north of the Grinnell College Golf Course is live, providing the College with four megawatts of power — approximately one third of the campus’ total energy needs. It is the largest private solar installation in Iowa. The Grinnell College Board of Trustees are thrilled to anno...

Tomorrow is College Decision Day! Because of the FAFSA delays, many schools pushed their deadline back to help assist students as they are unable to navigate the student loan process.

We hope you are eager and excited to share your new school pride proudly tomorrow!

The Iowa Tuition Grant expanded the allowance of the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which allowed more students to qualify for the grant. The EFC helps predict an estimate on how much you or your family can afford to pay for college. See if you qualify here: https://iowatuitiongrant.org/iowa-tuition-grant/

Looking to major in Agricultural Sciences? Our member colleges and universities have some amazing programs that are sure to set you up for success post graduation:

Dordt University, Morningside University, Buena Vista University, Graceland University

If you're looking for the best athletic facilities and programs in Iowa as you continue you're education, here are the best of the best from our partner colleges & universities:

1. Grand View University
2. Drake University
3. William Penn University
4. Morningside University
5. Northwestern University
6. Clarke University
7. St. Ambrose University
8. Central College
9. Mount Mercy University
10. Dordt University

Interested in an engineering degree? Look no further than a great in-state education from one of our member colleges and universities! Dordt University, Loras College, St. Ambrose University, Wartburg College, Central College

College Decision Day is typically around May 1st every year. But because of the FAFSA delays and challenges, many schools have agreed to extend application deadlines back to May 15th to give students time to work with the FAFSA delays.

To see when the list of college application deadlines, click here:

Enrollment Deadlines Directory 2024 - National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) Due to FAFSA delays this year, some colleges and universities have changed their enrollment deadlines and financial aid priority dates for students planning to enroll in the fall of 2024. NACAC created this public directory of fall 2024 enrollment commitment deadlines submitted by member institution...

The online FAFSA form has opened up for submissions. However, the Federal Student Aid website indicates "we may initiate pauses for site maintenance," so be prepared for down times. We understand how frustrating this may be. We are here to help the best we can, and so are our member schools.

The process still requires a FSA ID. Learn more about the process on our website: https://iowatuitiongrant.org/fafsa/

For a list of our member schools, refer to our website https://iowatuitiongrant.org/why-private-college/) and reach out to your preferred school's admissions office if you have any questions regarding financial aid.

ICYMI: Our Iowa non-profit colleges and university partners understand the frustrations with the FAFSA form delays. To read more on the failed implementation and for guidance going forward, read our official statement: https://iowatuitiongrant.org/iaicu-statement-on-federal-student-aid-issues/?fbclid=IwAR1dbUaM0FMzc8L4TYoEuByCn3OvGsWTgzytqWxF20jDibJGWC7Ju5p12PY

$2.6 billion dollars in college aid money goes unclaimed every year. Most students who qualify for the Pell Grant also qualify for the Iowa Tuition Grant. That is over $45,000 in grants for your total four years with just these two grants!

Our Iowa non-profit colleges and university partner schools bring so much good to small communities around the state. Take a look at this article to read their impact:

Iowa's private colleges bring the world to the communities that support them - Iowa Capital Dispatch Private colleges like Graceland University and Central College provide economic and cultural opportunities for the towns they call home.

Our Iowa non-profit colleges and university partners understand the frustrations with the FAFSA form delays. They are here to help provide additional support to students and their families.

To read our official statement on the failed implementation of FAFSA and for more guidance, click here: https://iowatuitiongrant.org/iaicu-statement-on-federal-student-aid-issues/

Looking for a quality business degree? 6 of the 11 best business degrees in the state are partner schools with the Iowa Tuition Grant. Get a quality education at an affordable price with the help of the ITG! Check out these schools if you are interested in a business degree: Loras College, Dordt University, Northwestern College, Iowa, St. Ambrose University, Morningside University and Mount Mercy University

"Allow me to describe my Loras College experience in three core values: academic excellence, school spirit, and affordability.

•Academic Excellence: The education is engaging and involves hands-on experience. I connected with professors and participated in several leadership opportunities, inside and outside of the classroom. All these learned skills are applicable in my professional life.
•School Spirit: The passionate community and the strong support system hearten me to stay. Loras provided me with my first job out of college and inspired me to keep growing within the higher education field.
•Affordability: Even as a private school, the financial aid packages are budget and customer friendly. I was honored to be awarded scholarships, especially the Iowa Tuition Grant, as it made it possible for me to attend college and even study abroad!

All these experiences and more, shaped who I am today. Regardless of where I go, my Duhawk nature shines out, and it is easy to recognize someone with a connection to the school. I am beyond grateful to all who helped with my dream to become a global ambassador, an opportunity. Nowadays, if someone asks, “What’s a Duhawk?” I proudly say, “I'm a Duhawk!” -Samantha Garcia Bracho

The Iowa Tuition Grant expanded the allowance of the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which allowed more students to qualify for the grant. The EFC helps predict an estimate on how much you or your family can afford to pay for college. See if you qualify here:

Iowa Tuition Grant Private School Education Can Be Affordable. A private college education might seem out of reach due to the perceived high tuition costs. But did you know that with grants and other financial aid options, a private school education can actually cost just about the same or even less than a public scho...

Interested in a nursing degree? 4 of the 5 best nursing schools in the state are Iowa private colleges and universities that are members of the Iowa Tuition Grant (ITG). That means you could get your nursing degree at an affordable rate in 4 years with the help of the ITG! Those 4 schools are: Allen College - UnityPoint Health, Mount Mercy University, Mercy College of Health Sciences and St. Luke's College