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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · IA

Iowa Department of Education

Robert D. Blue Scholarship

Educational scholarship.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Follow the instructions of the official supplier.

  1. 01

    Prepare an original essay of five hundred words about a person in the community who exemplifies citizenship.

  2. 02

    When reopening, complete the online application with academic, tax and aid data.

  3. 03

    Mail two recommendations and files to the state Treasury.

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

Scholarship based on academic ability, writing, references and financial need.

Award amount or benefit

Historical amounts posted between $500 and $1,000; vary annually.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Iowa resident who will attend a state university; current high school or college senior, with no previous Robert D. Blue Scholarship.

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

High school and college transcripts if applicable. Two recommendations from non-family members. Essay and tax data. University letter of aid or lack of aid.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

515-725-7688; rdbluescholarship@tos.iowa.gov. State Treasurer, Robert D. Blue Scholarship, State Capitol Building, Des Moines, IA 50319.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Still to confirm
  • Amount of next unannounced cycle; treasury presents $500–$1,000 as historical range.
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Last verification
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Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0137

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