State Treasurer Roby Smith announces the 2024 Robert D. Blue Scholarship is open for applications. Applicants must be a current senior or former graduate of any Iowa high school who plans to attend a college or university within the state. Awards are based on financial need, an original essay, academic achievement and recommendations.
Smith is a member of the Iowa Centennial Memorial Foundation, which funds the scholarship. “We know the price of higher education is rising, but we also know it has significant benefits like higher earnings, more career options and personal growth development,” said Smith. “The Robert D. Blue Scholarship helps students achieve these and more, which is why I encourage all eligible Iowans to apply, no matter where they are at on their higher education journey.”
The Iowa Centennial Memorial Foundation was created in 1949 by Governor Robert D. Blue. At that time, a scholarship fund was established to encourage students to attend Iowa’s institutions of higher learning. In 1990, the Foundation officially named the scholarship after Governor Blue and hopes to encourage the education development of Iowa’s students and their work in public service fields.
Scholarship applications are only accepted online and must be submitted by May 10. Visit rdblue.org to apply and learn more.