Scholarships

The Breitbach Catholic Thinkers and Leaders program is a unique and vibrant four-year experience. Its goal is to challenge and engage the whole student—academically, spiritually, personally and socially while learning what it means to be a Catholic thinker and leader in today’s world. The program is intended to put Catholic teachings into action.

Up to fifteen students are invited to join each year. Breitbach scholars will be awarded an annual scholarship of $4,000 in addition to their acceptance award from the College. Applicants who are selected for and complete an interview, but are not chosen for the program, will receive a $1,000 one-time award in their first year. The priority deadline for this scholarship application is December 13.

Students that participate in the Honors program will receive a renewable $1,500 scholarship for each year enrolled in the program (up to four years). The priority deadline for the Honors Program application is May 1.

The First-Generation Scholars program supports first-generation students and families through a curriculum-based program that highlights social connectedness, academic success, mentorship, and personal well-being. Through this intentional and developmental experience, you will learn how to navigate college as well as prepare for post-undergraduate experiences. Scholars are eligible for up to $1,500 annually, dependent upon financial need and continued involvement in the program. The priority deadline for the program application is March 31.

In the Loras Interfaith Leaders program, you will learn how people orient around religion differently and they discover in themselves abilities to interact with people of diverse religious and worldview backgrounds. The program hopes through careful study, self-reflection, and responsible service, you will learn to lead others toward a deeper, more informed fellowship. Interfaith Leaders are awarded an annual scholarship of $1,500. The priority deadline for the Interfaith Leaders application is March 1.

The Loras Civic Leaders program for offers you the opportunity to deepen your understanding of leadership, service, justice, and responsible contribution across all four years of your college experience. Designed to blend theory and practice, the program strives to develop your capacities to be positive change agents within their communities. Operating from an asset-based perspective, the program aims to assist you in acquiring the skills needed to work in solidarity with marginalized people and communities. Civic Leaders will be awarded an annual scholarship of $1,500. The priority deadline for the Civic Leaders application is March 1.

The Loras College DuSTEM Scholars program provides financial and academic support for students wanting to pursue an undergraduate degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) disciplines. DuSTEM Scholars join a learning community that supports your transition from high school to college and from college to career.

Throughout the Loras DuSTEM Scholars program, our goal is to leverage resources to mentor participants into successful professionals. DuSTEM Scholars are eligible for up to $1,500 annually, dependent upon financial need and continued involvement in the program. The priority deadline for the DuSTEM application is January 1. Students must have demonstrated financial need—as determined by the FAFSA—to be eligible for this program.

To promote the vision of Saint Pope John Paul II, Loras offers scholarships to students who combine their studies, spirituality, and service in witness to Christ and the truth of the human person. Scholarship awards are $1,500 and require continued program participation to renew the award annually. The priority deadline for the St. John Paul II application is March 15.

Students accepted to Loras are able to audition for vocal and instrumental scholarships and may be awarded up to $3,000. Scholarship recipients must participate in vocal or instrumental ensembles annually to maintain your award. Auditions will be submitted electronically. Student auditions will be reviewed beginning December 1, with subsequent audition reviews occurring after January 15. Students participating in liturgical music ministry are eligible for a scholarship to cover their applied lesson fee.

Fr. Norman Dukette was the first Black graduate of Loras College and the fifth Black priest to be ordained in the United States. In his honor, Fr. Dukette Scholarships are awarded to all full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate African American or Black men. $1,500 annual scholarships are awarded for the first two years at Loras College and $3,000 annual scholarships are awarded for the last two years. Students must complete a FAFSA each year to be eligible to receive this award.

Marie Louise was a woman enslaved in Alabama by the College’s founder for sixteen years. In recognition of the human dignity she was denied during her lifetime, Marie Louise Scholarships are awarded to all full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate African American or Black women. Annual scholarships of $1,500are awarded for your first two years at Loras and $3,000 annual scholarships are awarded for the final two years. You must complete a FAFSA each year to be eligible to receive this award.

Students who are members of underrepresented racial and/or ethnic groups are eligible to receive this annual award of $1,000. You must complete the FAFSA annually to renew this award.

Loras College recognizes the achievement of students who have earned their Eagle Scout or Gold Award through the Boy and Girl Scouts of America programs. You are able to receive a one-time award of $1,000. In order to qualify, you must submit the certificate of achievement from Boy/Girl Scouts of America to the Loras College Office of Financial Aid by March 1.

The annual Chemistry Olympics allows students to compete in group and individual events. Loras recognizes the top competitors at the college’s annual Chemistry Olympics with one-time scholarships.

Female students who have earned a 3.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale at the time of acceptance to the college are eligible for this annual award of $1,000. You must complete the FAFSA annually to renew this award.

Students who permanently reside in a state that does not share a border with Iowa are eligible for this annual award of $1,000. You must complete the FAFSA annually to renew this award.