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Student Life
The University of Iowa College of Nursing defines diversity as creating an accessible, supportive environment for individuals from racial/ethnic groups and cultural backgrounds historically under-represented within the nursing community, including but not limited to, men, persons of color, individuals with disabilities, and those educationally and/or socio-economically disadvantaged.
The University provides an array of diversity resources.
Scholarship Opportunities
First-year students who are US citizens or permanent residents whose enrollment contributes to a diverse learning environment at Iowa are eligible to apply for an Advantage Iowa Award. Selection criteria includes race/ethnic background, socioeconomic factors, whether the student is a first-generation college student (parents have not graduated from college), and participation in a federal TRiO program. Awards are based on academic achievements, and students with an Admission Index of 110 or higher are considered automatically upon admission. Support is available for eight semesters or until completion of the bachelor's degree, whatever comes first.
UI College of Nursing also offers a full tuition gerontology scholarship plus stipend for underrepresented minorities and men.
More scholarship resources for underrepresented and minority students, compiled by Val Garr, Director of Diversity and Outreach.
Iowa Minority Academic Grants for Economic Success Program (IMAGES) IMAGES is a program funded by the State of Iowa to provide grants for resident, minority undergraduates. The grants are based on financial need, and recipients must earn 24 hours per year with at least a 2.0 GPA to be eligible for renewal. The FAFSA determines financial need. Learn more from the General Catalog.
