About Idaho Opportunity Scholarship
Need-based scholarship of up to $3,500/year for Idaho residents attending eligible Idaho colleges and universities. Renewable for up to 4 years. Available at all public Idaho institutions plus BYU-Idaho, NNU, and College of Idaho.
How to Apply in Idaho
- Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov by March 1 deadline
- Apply at nextsteps.idaho.gov for the Idaho Opportunity Scholarship
- Must be an Idaho resident and graduate from an Idaho high school (or GED)
- Maintain a 2.7 GPA to keep the scholarship
- Can be used at any public Idaho institution, BYU-Idaho, NNU, or College of Idaho
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-208-332-1595
Official website: nextsteps.idaho.gov/scholarship-idaho/idaho-opportunity-scholarship
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How much is Idaho Opportunity Scholarship worth?
Idaho Opportunity Scholarship: Up to $3,500/year (4 years max). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$292 per month.
Idaho Opportunity Scholarship: Up to $3,500/year (4 years max). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$292 per month.
How do I apply for Idaho Opportunity Scholarship in Idaho?
To apply: Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov by March 1 deadline. Apply at nextsteps.idaho.gov for the Idaho Opportunity Scholarship. Must be an Idaho resident and graduate from an Idaho high school (or GED). You can also call 1-208-332-1595. Official website: https://nextsteps.idaho.gov/scholarship-idaho/idaho-opportunity-scholarship
To apply: Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov by March 1 deadline. Apply at nextsteps.idaho.gov for the Idaho Opportunity Scholarship. Must be an Idaho resident and graduate from an Idaho high school (or GED). You can also call 1-208-332-1595. Official website: https://nextsteps.idaho.gov/scholarship-idaho/idaho-opportunity-scholarship
Who qualifies for Idaho Opportunity Scholarship?
Need-based scholarship of up to $3,500/year for Idaho residents attending eligible Idaho colleges and universities. Renewable for up to 4 years. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Need-based scholarship of up to $3,500/year for Idaho residents attending eligible Idaho colleges and universities. Renewable for up to 4 years. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.