There is a growing demand in
Iowa’s labor market for skilled workers in a variety of fields, particularly in
jobs that require more than a high school diploma, but less than a four-year
college degree. Each year specific careers will be eligible for the Kibbie
Grant. The goal of the grant is to increase postsecondary access for all Iowans
willing to go into these designated high-need fields. Below is the updated list
for the 2018-2019 academic year.
The Kibbie Grant Program,
named after former Iowa Senate President Jack Kibbie, provides need-based
financial assistance to Iowa residents enrolled in high-demand career education
(career-technical) and career option programs at Iowa community colleges.
Grants for full-time students are designed to cover one-half of the average
tuition and mandatory fees at Iowa community colleges and can be adjusted based
on the student’s financial need and the amount of total funding available.
Eligibility Criteria
- Iowa resident
- Enrolled in at
least 3 credit hours in a qualified program of study (of at
least 15 weeks duration)
- Enrolled at an
Iowa community college
- Must
demonstrate financial need
Required Application
