Scholarships
2025 Scholarships
2025 Scholarship Submission Deadline: September 12
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:
Iowa Physician Assistant Society
400 East Court Ave, Suite 126
Des Moines, IA 50309
Applications must be received no later than September 12.
2024 Scholarship Winners
Congratulations to the recipients of the IPAS Scholarship!
Past Scholarship Recipients