Scholarships
Iowa Physician Assistant Society Scholarships
2026 Scholarship Information
Applications Open: July 1, 2026
Submission Deadline: September 12, 2026
About
IPAS annual scholarships are awarded to deserving students who are presently enrolled in an approved in-state Physician Assistant Program and a member of IPAS. One student per Iowa PA program may be awarded a $1,000 scholarship.
Students shall receive scholarships based on certain selection criteria.
Student applications must include the following:
- Completed scholarship application
- Photocopy of official transcript(s) from his or her previous college/university.
- A one-page narrative to aid the committee's decision including any details the student believes will support the committee's decision, such as overcoming hardships, barriers, or demonstrating resilience
- Signed
Verification of Academic Standing
form
by PA program representative
Application Scoring
The following criteria are used to evaluate each applicant's package. A total point system is used to award the five scholarships after the applications have been reviewed by the Scholarship Committee.
Leadership
- Demonstrated in school, community activities
- Demonstrated in prior medical experience, training, community activities
Academic Achievement
- Transcripts, GPA, previous degrees
Understanding of the PA Concept
- Drive, motivation, dedication to enter profession
Involvement
- Dedication, involvement in student, civic & professional organizations
Other
- Intangibles
Application packets may be mailed to:
Iowa Physician Assistant Society
400 East Court Ave, Suite 126
Des Moines, IA 50309
Applications must be received no later than September 12.
2025 Scholarship Winners
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025 IPAS Scholarship!
Mia Scanlan
Des Moines University
Kyra McIntosh
University of Iowa
Alyssa Johnson
St. Ambrose University
Sarah Perreault
University of Dubuque
Logan Held
Northwestern College
Past Scholarship Recipients