Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship
The Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship is an excellent funding opportunity that may pay a portion or even all of your tuition at NICC. This Future Ready Iowa scholarship is a state-funded grant program for students who earn a diploma or an associates degree to work in one of Iowa's high-demand careers. NICC has awarded more than $4 million dollars over the last 3 years to 1150 NICC students who qualified for this opportunity. Check out over 30 NICC eligible programs below.
2022-23 Eligibility Criteria
- Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on or before August 1, 2022 (deadline is subject to change per Iowa College Student Aid Commission)
- Resident of Iowa
- Group 1 - Iowa High School graduate (2020, 2021 or 2022), enrolling in an eligible program at least half time (6 credits or more)
- Group 2 - Adult age 20 by July 1, 2022, enrolling in an eligible program at least half time (6 credits or more)
- NICC students are notified via college email that a Last-Dollar Scholarship award is available to them once eligibility is confirmed and registration for classes is completed with an NICC Enrollment Advisor.
View eligibility criteria on the Iowa College Aid site.
2022-23 NICC Eligible Programs
Fall 2022, spring 2023 and summer 2023 semesters - Eligible programs are subject to change based on the Iowa Legislature.
- Administrative Office Associate (New for 2022-23)
- Administrative Office Management (New for 2022-23)
- Agriculture Business
- Agronomy and Crop Science
- Animal Science (Certificate - New for 2022-23)
- Automotive Mechanics
- Automotive Technology
- Beef Science Technology
- Building Trades
- Business Administration (New for 2022-23)
- Carpentry
- Commercial-Residential Electrician
- Computer Analyst: Business and Web Programming
- Computer Analyst: Networking Administration and Tech Support
- Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist Technician
- Computer Science and Security
- Conservation Agronomist (New for 2022-23)
- Dairy Science Technology
- Dental Assisting
- Diesel Mechanics
- Engineering Technology (New for 2022-23)
- Gas Utility Construction and Service
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Industrial Electrician
- Industrial Maintenance Technician
- John Deere TECH
- Paralegal (New for 2022-23)
- Production and Companion Animal Veterinary Technician
- Medical Assistant
- Nursing
- Practical Nursing
- Radiologic Technology
- Respiratory Care
- Welding
Students who receive a Last-Dollar Scholarship are eligible to participate in the Future Ready Iowa Texting Program, which allows students to send messages to Future Ready Iowa Representatives for support and receive important reminders such as upcoming FAFSA deadlines.
In addition, the Future Ready Iowa Mentoring Program pairs students with a career mentor with experience in the field of interest, allowing students to enhance their career network and receive timely advice and support as they continue their education.