Hawkeye Experience Grant

The Hawkeye Experience Grant for Summer 2025 is open to University of Iowa undergraduate students who have acquired an unpaid or underpaid internship in the United States, an internship abroad via Study Abroad, a research or creative scholarship experience, a service/community-engagement summer project, or short field experience required to enter a field (like Geologic Field Methods or Archaeologic Field Methods). The grant is to cover expenses associated with participating in the experience, prioritizing living expenses before any tuition or fees. (If you have yet to receive an internship offer by the grant deadline, you may still apply but funds will not be awarded until the site is confirmed).

Review all student and site eligibility requirements, directions/tips, FAQs before applying, see eligible expenses, available help sessions, access the required budget and site confirmation forms, and understand the different application pieces here.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate in University of Iowa programs. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation in order to apply, please contact Jennifer Noyce at the Pomerantz Career Center, (319) 335-1023.

Application deadline is the first Friday in April. * The application closes on April 4, 2025.*

Questions about the application can be submitted to Jennifer Noyce at jennifer-noyce@uiowa.edu or 319-335-1023.

Award
Varies
Scopes
Hawkeye Experience Grant
Deadline
04/04/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Record information about your experience (You can see full site eligibility at http://careers.uiowa.edu/hawkeye-experience-grant)
    • Hours per Week
    • Organization's Name (and sub-department or division title if applicable)
    • Start and End Date
    • What category are you applying in? ( NonProfit/Gov't Internship; For-Profit Internship; Internship Abroad; Research or Creative Scholarship; Service/Community Engagement; Field Experience)
  2. What are your major(s), minor(s) and/or certificates?
  3. Is this experience a graduation requirement for your degree?
  4. Are you a first-generation college student?
  5. What is your most recent Student Aid Index (SAI) from the FAFSA? (If not applicable, put N/A)
  6. If you do not have an SAI, or if you have an SAI above $50,000, please share why you believe the SAI does not represent your true financial need and why you still have need for a Hawkeye Experience Grant. (If SAI is below $50,000, write N/A).
  7. Short Essay: How will this funding support you to participate in this experience? (200 words max)
  8. Please provide a resume that describes your academic accomplishments (research, awards, involvement in organizations, etc.).
  9. Provide an estimated budget using the budget worksheet on the Hawkeye Experience Grant site. Please note that applicants with negative total on their budget will be disqualified. https://careers.uiowa.edu/hawkeye-experience-grant
  10. Short Essay: Describe the experience and what you will be learning. If this is a repeat experience, how will it be different than prior experiences? (200 words max)
  11. Short Essay: How or why are you prepared to be successful in this experience? (200 words max)
  12. Short Essay: How does this experience support your career goals? (200 words max)
  13. Upload the Site Confirmation form signed by your supervisor, research mentor, or coordinator. This editable form may be found at http://careers.uiowa.edu/hawkeye-experience-grant
  14. Have you received a Hawkeye Experience Grant in the past? (If yes, the application will be disqualified)
  15. By signing below, I certify that all information contained in this application is true and correct. I also authorize The University of Iowa to release copies of this form and pertinent information to the scholarship selection committee.
    • 1. Signature (Type Full Name):
    • 2. Today's Date
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