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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · IA

Iowa Department of Education

Education and Training Voucher (ETV)

Support for foster youth.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Follow the instructions of the official supplier.

  1. 01

    Complete FAFSA and IFAA cycle.

  2. 02

    If studying outside of Iowa, ask the institution for W-9 and verification of enrollment per term.

Application · official site

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Iowa

  • IA

What it offers

Tuition, lodging, food, books and personal educational expenses.

Award amount or benefit

Up to $5,000 annually; up to five academic years or turning twenty-six, whichever comes first.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Youth who left Iowa supervised care within thirty days before turning eighteen or later; or adopted/subsidized guardianship from age sixteen. Age limit of twenty-six.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Institution outside of Iowa: W-9 and ETV Enrollment Verification by period.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

Iowa College Aid: 877-272-4456, option 3.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0128

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