Scholarships & Grants

When you invest in a Grand View education, you are investing a substantial amount of energy, time and money in yourself and your future. We invite you to take a closer look at Grand View and compare our value to the other options you are considering. You will find that Grand View University’s exceptional education is affordable.

Grand View is committed to making a private education available to all students, regardless of financial standing. We’ll help you and your family consider all the financial aid options, so you can best plan your investment. Students returning to Grand View from any leave of absence will be eligible to resume the scholarship or grant awards they qualified for when they began their leave assuming all qualification criteria are still met.

Our advice – be deliberate. Weigh your options. Make comparisons. When you are ready to make your decision, we’re confident you’ll find yourself at Grand View University.

Commuter GV Aid Policy

Academic scholarship and grant amounts are based on living on campus and will be reduced by $2,000 if you are eligible and decide to commute. Students who are approved and/or choose to live off campus may not receive more than the maximum amount of GV aid approved for commuter students for that year. See the current Financial Aid Handbook for the current maximum allowed.

ENDOWED/NAMED SCHOLARSHIP POLICY

Students who are eligible for Grand View University grants or scholarships may receive a named endowed scholarship to help fund academic and need-based awards. Especially meaningful, these scholarships are established by individuals who care deeply about Grand View and its students. Some donors are Grand View alumni or friends of the university who were themselves the beneficiaries of student aid. An endowed scholarship can establish a direct connection between you and the donor; many donors welcome the opportunity to meet or correspond with the students who receive their awards. Note that: A named endowed scholarship does not change the total amount of financial aid awarded but will rather help fund the scholarships you are already receiving. Scholarships are awarded to students who meet the criteria specific to each fund. You are automatically considered for these funds when you apply for financial assistance. Selection is based on a student’s match with a donor’s criteria, and receipt of the endowed scholarship can enhance a resume for future job searches. We will ask that you submit Thank You notes in appreciation of our generous donors.

First-Year Student Academic Awards & Scholarships

Grand View academic and need-based scholarships are four-year renewable scholarships available to new full-time day students. To qualify, students must meet specific academic requirements, apply and be accepted to Grand View. These scholarship and grant amounts are based on living on campus and will be reduced by $2,000 for students who commute. Please note that the award amount of the academic merit scholarship is determined by the information reviewed in your application at the point of admission. You may be invited to compete for additional scholarship awards at Grand View's Scholarship Days. All non-winning students attending a scholarship day event will receive an additional $1,000 scholarship award.

Scholarship	Amount
Presidential Scholarship (winners at this level also qualify for the Presidential Ambassador Program)	$20,000
Dean's Scholarship	$18,000
Director's Award	$16,000
GV Scholar's Award	$14,000
Grand View Grant	$12,000
Additional Academic Awards Presidential Scholarship level may compete for full tuition and additional $5,000 awards at scholarship days. Dean's Scholarship level may compete for additional $3,000 awards at scholarship days. Director's Award and GV Scholar's Award level may compete for additional $2,000 awards at scholarship days.

Discover Iowa Award	The Discover Iowa Award is a $1,000 award offered to new first-year students from out of state who visit campus through an individual admissions visit or admissions event. Admissions events that qualify for this award include: academic actions days, admissions preview days, scholarship day events, and admissions visit days. One $1,000 award offered per student and the award is renewable for 4 years. Register for an admissions event
Immigrant Iowan Scholarship	The Grand View Immigrant Iowan Scholarship is designed to bring a significant educational opportunity to a promising non-native Iowan. This scholarship covers full tuition, room charges, plus the following fees: technology, student activity and resident activity fees if a student lives on campus. Commuter students may receive the maximum Grand View aid amount for commuters in addition to state or federal grants they are eligible for. This maximum amount of GV aid a commuter student can receive for 2023-2024 is $21,000. For an outstanding incoming freshman who meets these qualifications: Born of immigrant parents or an immigrant himself or herself Graduating from an Iowa high school High school GPA of 3.0 or higher Not in the U.S. on a student visa Have demonstrated financial need This award is renewable for four years with a 2.5 GPA, enrollment as a full-time day student and fulfillment of service requirements. The Fall 2024 application deadline has passed. Please check back in August for links for Fall 2025 new students to apply.
Nursing Honors Scholarship	Prospective or incoming first-year students with an interest in nursing who have a 3.91 or higher high school GPA may compete for a $5,000 annually renewable scholarship. Students must apply and be admitted into the nursing early-admission program and participate in one of Grand View’s Scholarship Day events in November, January or February. The Nursing Honors Scholarship is renewable for a total of four years as long as the student maintains: Good academic standing including cumulative GPA ≥ 3.25. Full-time day student status Continuous enrollment in the pre-nursing and nursing program You may find information about Grand View’s upcoming Scholarship Day events here
STEM Honors Scholarship	Prospective or incoming first-year students with an interest in one of Grand View's science, technology, pre-engineering, or math (STEM) programs who have a 3.91 or higher high school GPA may compete for a $5,000 annually renewable scholarship. Students must complete an online application and participate in one of Grand View’s Scholarship Day events in November, January or February. The STEM Honors Scholarship is renewable for a total of four years as long as the student maintains: Good academic standing including cumulative GPA ≥ 3.25. Full-time day student status Continuous enrollment in a Grand View STEM program The Fall 2024 application deadline has passed. Please check back in August for links for Fall 2025 new students to apply.

Transfer Student Academic Awards & Scholarships

Grand View academic and need-based scholarships are renewable scholarships available to new full-time day students. To qualify, students must meet specific academic requirements, apply and be accepted to Grand View. These scholarship and grant amounts are based on living on campus and will be reduced by $2,000 for students who commute. Please note that the award amount of the academic merit scholarship is determined by the information reviewed in your application at the point of admission.

Students do not fill out a special application for the Presidential or Dean's Scholarships, Director's Award, GV Scholar's Award or Grand View Grant.

Scholarship	Amount
Presidential Scholarship	$20,000
Dean's Scholarship	$18,000
Director's Award	$16,000
GV Scholar's Award	$14,000
Grand View Grant	$10,000

Outstanding Community College Transfer Scholarships

A $1,500 renewable scholarship awarded each year (maximum of three years) to new full-time day students who transfer to Grand View directly from an accredited community college/junior college/two-year institution. To qualify, students must transfer a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a minimum of 45 semester hours, complete an Outstanding Community College Transfer Scholarship application, provide two written references, including one academic, and submit recorded service to the community or college.

Deadline for application is May 1 for fall semester and December 1 for spring semester. Renewal is based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative grade point average at GV. A limited number of awards are offered.

Apply Here

Academic Reference Form

Phi Theta Kappa

To qualify for consideration for the $1,000 scholarship, the student must be admitted as an undergraduate full-time day transfer student, be an active member of a community college chapter and submit a Phi Theta Kappa scholarship application. Deadline for application is August 1 for fall semester and January 1 for spring semester. Renewal is based on maintaining a 3.5 cumulative grade point average at GV and being enrolled as a full-time day student.

Download Scholarship Application Form

Additional Grand View Scholarships

Alumni Scholarship	A four-year renewable scholarship of $1,000 awarded to new full-time day first-year or transfer students whose parent(s) received either an associate, bachelor's or master's degree at Grand View.
Alumni Referral Scholarship	A four-year renewable scholarship of $1,000 awarded to new, full-time day first-year or transfer students who are referred by GV alumni who have received a bachelor's or master's degree at Grand View. To refer a student, please complete this form.
Art & Design Scholarship	You could qualify for an Art & Design Scholarship ranging from $750 - $3,000. Scholarships are available to new, full-time students at Grand View majoring in Art Education, Game Design & Interactive Analytics, Graphic Design or Studio Arts. Art Scholarship Days are held several times per year During those events, student will bring art work for a portfolio review with art and design faculty members as well as have additional options of sitting in on an art class, meeting with admissions and doing a campus tour. Art & Design Scholarships are renewable based on maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA and continued enrollment as in Art Education, Game Design & Interactive Analytics, Graphic Design or Studio Arts major at Grand View.
Athletic Scholarship	Grand View is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and offers athletic scholarships in baseball, basketball, bowling, competitive cheer, cross country, football, golf, shooting sports, soccer, tennis, track & field, volleyball, and wrestling for men, and basketball, bowling, competitive dance, cross country, golf, shooting sports, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field, and volleyball for women. Scholarships begin at $500 and are based on athletic ability as evaluated by the coaches. Athletic scholarships are renewable each year based on continued good standing within the athletic program.
Catalyst Scholarship	The Catalyst Scholarship is intended to support the education of a full-time student majoring in social work who shows promise as a strong catalyst for change. This scholarship gives preference to students whose personal characteristics reflect historically underrepresented populations in the profession, such as (but not limited to) diversity in race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, language, socioeconomic status, national origin, age, faith, or culture. Students must meet these qualifications: Admitted to the social work program 3.0 cumulative grade point average at Grand View Financial need as indicated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Applicants must submit an essay indicating how they see themselves as catalysts for change, both as students and as future social workers. Application deadline: March 15. Apply here.
Jacob F. Opel Memorial Scholarship	The Jacob F. Opel Memorial Scholarship is available to sophomores, juniors and seniors who are studying nursing and business and are US citizens. Two $2,000 scholarships will be awarded. Must be a graduate of Des Moines Public Schools. The deadline to apply is November 19. Apply here.
Lee and Diane (Gill '76) Doidge Endowed Biology Scholarship	The Doidge Endowed Biology Scholarship was created to support pre-professional or science majors in their junior or sophomore year of class standing. The scholarship is given to students with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average or higher who have shown financial need as defined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Application deadline: March 6. Apply here.
eSports Scholarship	Grand View offers a competitive eSports program, which offers scholarships to a limited number of program participants. Scholarships are renewable each year based on continued good standing with the eSports program.
GV Cares Emergency Fund	Grand View University has additional resources to help low-income students weather financial emergencies through the GV Cares Emergency Fund. Students can apply for small grants to help cover unexpected expenses just beyond their means, which allows them to quickly return focus to their academic pursuits. Learn More
Philip L. Hougen Campus Ministry Scholarship	Established in honor of former Bishop Philip L. Hougen, awarded to a selected number of applicants from Lutheran congregations who express intention to participate regularly in Grand View Campus Ministry. Awards range between $500 – $1,500 and are renewable based on maintaining a 2.0 cumulative grade point average and participation in campus ministry activities. The Fall 2024 application deadline has passed. Please check back in August for links for Fall 2025 new students to apply.
Lutheran Music Program Scholarship	A renewable $1,000 scholarship available to alumni of the Lutheran Music Program (Lutheran Summer Music) for students majoring in music, music education, or church music. Recipients may also audition for an additional Pro Musica Scholarship.
Marsha A. Conboy Shining Star Scholarship	This scholarship help students in their pursuit of an Art Education degree. Selected by the Art Education faculty, this $1,000 renewable award for students majoring in Art Education. Preference is given to those students majoring in Art Education and English.
All-State Music Scholarship	$1,500 is awarded to full-time day students who have participated in a high school all-state festival for at least one year and demonstrate talent in piano, vocal and instrumental music regardless of major. The All-State Music Scholarship is renewable based on participation in both an ensemble and private lessons with continuous good standing in both areas.
Musical Arts Scholarship	A scholarship available to selected new full-time day students who demonstrate talent in piano, vocal and instrumental music regardless of major. Scholarships range from $500 – $4,000. The music scholarship is renewable based on participation in both an ensemble and private lessons with continuous good standing in both areas.
National Alumni Council Scholarship	This scholarship, established in 2013 by Grand View University’s National Alumni Council (NAC), is designed to assist students in reaching their educational goals. It is the donors’ hope that the recipients of this scholarship will seek to better their lives, and be positive role models for others as they work to improve their communities. NAC awards an annual $1,000 scholarship that is paid as two equal payments in the fall and spring semesters of the upcoming academic year. Application deadline: March 8 Apply here.
The NEXUS Institute Theology Scholarship	A scholarship of $5,000 is available to prospective students who are past participants of Grand View’s NEXUS program. In addition to NEXUS participation, students must be a Lutheran student who expresses intention to participate regularly in Grand View campus ministry activities and serve as a NEXUS mentor during the NEXUS program the summer following their first year of enrollment. Recipients are also required to major in theology and maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Renewal is also based on level of participation in campus ministry activities and NEXUS mentoring. The Fall 2024 application deadline has passed. Please check back in August for links for Fall 2025 new students to apply.
Study Abroad/Study Trip Scholarships	Grand View University values study abroad experiences and offer scholarships to students taking these trips. Through the Alice (Olsen ’60) and Dan Mikel ’60 Endowed Scholarship, The Merv E. Bro Scholarship, The Thorup Scholarship, and the Joan and Bertram Stivers Scholarship, students can apply for scholarship dollars to finance a portion of their travel experience. Apply here. Deadlines: April 15th for Fall and Summer semester study abroad programs/yearlong study abroad programs. September 15^th for spring semester study abroad programs. December 1^st for Grand View hosted May Term trips.
Theatre Arts Scholarship	First-year and transfer students who have applied and been accepted to Grand View are invited to interview/audition for scholarships offered by the Theatre Arts Department. Theatre Arts Scholarships are awarded at varying levels: Major, minor and interest, in amounts starting at $1,000 annually.

Adult Online & Evening Student Awards

Clausen Lifelong Learning Scholarship

Recipients of the Clausen Lifelong Learning Scholarship with documented financial need may receive $250 per credit hour, up to a total of $5,000, per academic year.

Priority deadline: March 24. Apply here.

Graduate Assistance

Master of Social Work Catalyst Scholarship

The Catalyst Scholarship is intended to support the education of a full-time student majoring in social work who shows promise as a strong catalyst for change. This scholarship gives preference to students whose personal characteristics reflect historically underrepresented populations in the profession, such as (but not limited to) diversity in race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, language, socioeconomic status, national origin, age, faith, or culture. Students must meet these qualifications:

Admitted to the social work program
3.0 cumulative grade point average at Grand View
Financial need as indicated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Applicants must submit an essay indicating how they see themselves as catalysts for change, both as students and as future social workers.

Application deadline: December 16. Apply here.

Jacobson Fellowship

Graduate students in the Master of Education or Master of School Counseling program may be eligible for the Jacobson Fellowship, a scholarship of $400 per semester for a student is enrolled in 3 credits or $800 for a student is enrolled in 6 or more credits per semester. Recipients must be accepted into the program, have earned an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 and must be nominated/recommended by a school administrator. Renewal for a second year requires a 3.0 GPA in the master's program.

Online Nomination Form

State of Iowa Assistance

Iowa Tuition Grant	A grant based on financial need with a typical maximum award of $6,800 in the 2022-23 school year, awarded to students up to a maximum of four years. To qualify, you must be a resident of Iowa, a United States citizen or residing in the United States on a permanent visa, currently enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate program at an Iowa private college, and you must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually before July 1. Typically more than 60% of Grand View's full-time day Iowa students qualify for this grant program.
All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship	The All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship Program is awarded to students that are taking at least 3 credit hours, completed a FAFSA, completed a state application at www.iowacollegeaid.gov and are an Iowa resident. Iowa College Student Aid Commission selects the award recipients. Awards are prorated for students enrolling on a less than full-time basis.
All Iowa Opportunity Foster Care Grant	The All Iowa Opportunity Foster Care Grant is awarded to students who were previously adjudicated in the Iowa foster care system and are taking at least 3 credit hours, completed a FAFSA, completed a state application at www.iowacollegeaid.gov and are an Iowa resident. Iowa College Student Aid Commission selects the award recipients. Awards are prorated for students enrolling less than full-time and based on the student’s enrollment status. Eligibility for this program ends when a student turns age 24.
Iowa Education and Training Voucher	The Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Grant is a federally-funded program to provide post-secondary education and training opportunities to students who are currently or who have been in foster care. Students must complete a FAFSA, complete a state application and taking at least 3 credit hours. Students can be funded until the age of 23 provided they were participating in the ETV program by age 21. Iowa College Student Aid Commission selects the award recipients. Awards are prorated for students enrolling less than full-time.
Iowa National Guard Education Assistance	The Iowa National Guard Education Assistance Program (NGEAP) provides funds to members of the Iowa National Guard units. Soldiers or Airmen must be an active member of the Iowa Army or Air National Guard, be a resident of the state of Iowa, and have satisfactorily completed initial entry training. Soldiers or Airmen cannot have met the academic requirements for a baccalaureate degree or received NGEAP for more than 120 semester hours. Applications should be submitted to www.iowacollegeaide.gov on or before July 1 through the Iowa Financial Aid Application. Spring-only applicants should submit their applications on or before December 1. The Adjutant General of Iowa selects eligible recipients.
ISL Education Lending Scholarship January 8 – March 29, 2024	The ISL Education Lending Scholarship awards 45 deposits of $1,000 into College Savings Iowa accounts for Iowa residents in high school or undergraduate college, or the parents, guardians or others who hold a College Savings Iowa account for high school or undergraduate college student. Learn More.

Matching Scholarships

Education Partners in Covenant (EPIC)	A renewable, matching scholarship up to $500 per year, awarded to full-time students who are members of Lutheran congregations and have received awards from those congregations. How do congregations enroll in EPIC? Check with your pastor or congregational council to see if your congregation is enrolled in EPIC. If not, a representative can enroll by completing this form. For more information, contact the the Office of Financial Aid at (515) 263-2995 or finaid @ grandview.edu.
Dollars for Scholars	A volunteer-driven national network of more than 1,260 community-based scholarship foundations serving nearly 4,000 communities across the U.S. in support of local students. Grand View will match up to $500.
ICF - Prairie Meadows Scholarship	Grand View will match the $2,500 scholarships that are awarded by Prairie Meadows for students that enroll at Grand View. This match is for the first year only.
Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship	In partnership with Latinos Unidos of Iowa, Grand View University will match a Latinos Unidos of Iowa scholarship of up to $1,000 per year for a student enrolling as a full-time day undergraduate student for a maximum of four years. The match for the first year will be credited to the student account when the Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship is received. If the student attends another institution before transferring to Grand View, they will only be awarded the Grand View matching award if they have not used their Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship at another institution. To learn more about Latinos Unidos of Iowa or to apply for the scholarship visit https://www.latinosunidosofiowa.org/.

Outside Sources of Aid

Students also have a number of outside scholarships available. Outside scholarships are usually awarded by corporations, civic groups and/or educational groups.

ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship	The ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship from Iowa Student Loan^® offers ten $1,000 college scholarships to incoming freshmen from surrounding states. To be eligible, students must be current high school seniors from Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota or Wisconsin who attend college in fall 2021. They may attend any eligible U.S. college either virtually or physically. Students do not need to attend an Iowa college or university to be eligible. Find out more through this informational flier (PDF). The scholarship has no requirements for minimum GPA or class rank, financial need, intended major or purchase. To qualify, students must: Register on Iowa Student Loan website between Jan.10 and April 30 Meet the eligibility requirements and other conditions listed in the scholarship rules Registered students will also receive important college planning and financing tips via email during the registration period.
Adult Students in Scholastic Transition (ASIST) Scholarship	The Adult Students in Scholastic Transition (ASIST) Scholarship is a non-discriminatory, educational scholarship program for the benefit of nontraditional students pursuing an associate, bachelor or master’s degree, or a technical/professional certificate. These include people who are: Already in the workforce and wanting to attend school to further their education or training Non-traditional students already enrolled in a college, university, or trade school program Already in the workforce and needing re-training due to changes in their workplace Non-traditional students wanting to begin a college or training program to join the workforce Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: Ability to specify the educational requirements needed to attain clearly defined educational/professional goals and objectives Must legally reside within the EWI of Des Moines Chapter boundaries which include the following Iowa counties: Adair, Appanoose, Boone, Clarke, Dallas, Davis, Decatur, Greene, Guthrie, Hamilton, Hardin, Jasper, Lucas, Madison, Mahaska, Marion, Marshall, Monroe, Polk, Ringgold, Story, Union, Wapello, Warren, Wayne or Webster Selection criteria give preference to those that demonstrate financial need; are socially, physically and/or economically disadvantaged adults; displaced homemakers; and/or heads of household with small children or dependent adults The deadline to apply is Friday, March 24. All applications must be completed online using the Kaleidoscope website. The application website is https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/asist2023
EXPAN Scholarship Search	This is a free web version of the College Board's FUND FINDER scholarship database. The database contains listings of scholarships, loans, internships and other types of financial aid programs from 3,300 national state, public, and private sources. The database is updated annually. Explore EXPAN Scholarships
Fast WEB (Financial Aid Search Through the WEB)	This is a searchable database of more than 275,000 private sector scholarships, fellowships, grants and loans. It is free to search the database through the World Wide Web. Fast WEB allows the student to fill out a profile and then responds with award programs that match the profile. Any new scholarships added to the database that match the student's profile are put into the student's "mailbox." The student may also generate and print a form letter from their web browser requesting applications and materials. View Fast WEB
Hispanic College Fund Scholarships	Provides information about scholarship opportunities for qualified Hispanic applicants. Learn More
College Planning Center	Information to help you plan your college career. Learn More
BigSun Scholarship	Available to athletes, the BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in or the capacity in which they participate. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute to qualify. Learn More
Hispanic Scholarship Resources	Provides information about financial aid and scholarships for Hispanic students. Learn More
Good Call	Considered one of the largest free scholarship databases on the web and offers easy-to-use search features. Learn More
Citrix ShareFile	Offers the Citrix FileShare Scholarship for Future Entrepreneurs. Learn More
The American Association for Colleges of Nursing	Learn More
Johnson & Johnson Nursing	Learn More
National Nursing Student Association	Learn More
CAPTRUST Scholarship	CAPTRUST is offering 5 scholarships of $2000. To be considered for this scholarship, you must submit an essay response. Responses must be a maximum of 800 words, details noted in the link. This scholarship is ongoing for all fall and spring semesters. CAPTRUST does have one request and that is anyone who has a Full Time Job is excluded from this scholarship opportunity. If you have a Part Time Job you are still ok to apply. Here is the link to the website where you can find the application form. The CAPTRUST Scholarship \| CAPTRUST
Torrison Medical Scholarship	The Dr. George and Emma J. Torrison Scholarship Program makes available $5,000 scholarships for students who intend to pursue careers in medicine. An endowment in memory of George and Emma J. Torrison makes this award possible, with additional support from the Frederick W. Williams Scholarship Endowment. Both endowments are managed by the Foundation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Application will open later this fall.
Kuru Footwear Path to Caring Excellence Nursing Scholarship	The Path to Caring Excellence Scholarship has been established to support and empower nursing students in their pursuit of academic and professional excellence in the field of healthcare. The winner will receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship to be applied to qualified expenses, including undergraduate tuition, fees, books, and on-campus room and board for the 2023-2024 academic year. For more information and to apply, click here.