PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0037
Ph: (208)334-2270
Fax: (208)334-2632
E-mail: dkelly@osbe.state.id.us
URL: http://www.idahoboardofed.org

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program-Idaho

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: Renewable scholarships available to Idaho residents based on outstanding academic achievement. Students must apply as high school seniors. Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 90. Minimum award amount: $1500. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 90 scholarship(s), totalling $135,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores; reference(s). Deadline: 3/20. Contact: Dana Kelly, Manager, Student Aid Programs, 208-334-2270, dkelly@osbe.state.id.us.

Education Incentive Loan Forgiveness Contract-Idaho

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Loan)

Purpose: Renewable award assists Idaho residents enrolling in teacher education or nursing programs within state. Must rank in top 15% of high school graduating class, have a 3.0 GPA or above, and agree to work in Idaho for two years. Deadlines vary. Contact financial aid office at institution of choice. Focus: Education; Nursing Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 13. Maximum no. of awards: 45. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 43 loan(s). To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores. Contact: Dana Kelly, Manager, Student Aid Programs, 208-334-2270, dkelly@osbe.state.id.us.

Idaho Governor's Challenge Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: Renewable scholarship available to Idaho residents enrolled full-time in an undergraduate academic or vocational-technical program at an eligible Idaho public or private college or university. Minimum GPA: 2.8. Merit-based award. Must be a high school senior and U.S. citizen to apply. Number of awards is conditional on the availability of funds. Must have a demonstrated commitment to public service. Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 10. Maximum no. of awards: 25. Minimum award amount: $3000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 18 scholarship(s), totalling $54,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores; essay; reference(s); portfolio. Deadline: 12/15. Contact: Dana Kelly, Manager, Student Aid Programs, 208-334-2270, dkelly@osbe.state.id.us.

Idaho Minority and "At Risk" Student Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: Renewable award for Idaho residents who are disabled or members of a minority group and have financial need. Must attend one of eight postsecondary institutions in the state for undergraduate study. Deadlines vary by institution. Must be a U.S. citizen and be a graduate of an Idaho high school. Contact college financial aid office. Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award intended for the blind, hearing impaired, physically handicapped. Award available to the following races: Native American/Eskimo; African American; Hispanic.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 35. Maximum no. of awards: 40. Minimum award amount: $3000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 36 scholarship(s), totalling $105,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis. Contact: Dana Kelly, Manager, Student Aid Programs, 208-334-2270, dkelly@osbe.state.id.us.

Idaho Promise Category A Scholarship Program

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: Renewable award available to Idaho residents who are graduating high school seniors. Must attend an approved Idaho institute of higher education full-time. Based on class rank (must be verified by school official), GPA, and ACT scores. Professional-technical student applicants must take COMPASS. Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 25. Maximum no. of awards: 30. Minimum award amount: $3000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 25 scholarship(s), totalling $75,000. To Apply: Required: application form; test scores. Deadline: 12/15. Contact: Dana Kelly, Manager, Student Aid Programs, 208-334-2270, dkelly@osbe.state.id.us.

Idaho Promise Category B Scholarship Program

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: Available to Idaho residents entering college for the first time prior to the age of 22. Must have completed high school or its equivalent in Idaho and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or an ACT score of 20 or higher. Scholarship limited to two years or 4 semesters. Qualif.: Applicant must be: age 21 or younger , full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum award amount: $500. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 7700 scholarship(s), totalling $3,400,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript. Contact: Dana Kelly, Manager, Student Aid Programs, 208-334-2270, dkelly@osbe.state.id.us.

Leveraging Educational Assistance State Partnership Program (LEAP)

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Grant)

Purpose: One-time award assists students attending participating Idaho trade schools, colleges, and universities majoring in any field except theology or divinity. Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and show financial need. Application deadlines vary by institution. Qualif.: High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum award amount: $400. Maximum award amount: $5000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1715 grant(s), totalling $724,000. To Apply: Required: application form; financial need analysis; self-addressed stamped envelope. Contact: Dana Kelly, Manager, Student Aid Programs, 208-334-2270, dkelly@osbe.state.id.us.