Iowa College Foundation

At the Iowa College Foundation we believe that all of Iowa's students, who have the passion to succeed, deserve the opportunity to attend the institution of higher education that best fits their needs. For many, that is one of Iowa's smaller private colleges or universities.

We are proud of what ICF's financial support has meant to Iowa's private higher education the past 57 years, and we are passionately working to ensure that its future impact is equally significant. ICF has raised over $63 million, every dollar of which has been dispersed to aid Iowa's private colleges and universities and the over 44,000 students they serve.

ICF and its Board of Governors are convinced that the students attending private colleges and universities in Iowa represent important intellectual capital for our state and its economic development. Our mission calls us to provide every student in Iowa the opportunity for a high-quality education regardless of economic circumstances, and we will remain vigilant in these efforts.

Kayla Knudtson, Drake University, Junior, Pharmacy, Grinnell Mutual Scholarship Recipient

"It really helps to have the financial burden of school reduced and I really appreciate having my accomplishments and dedication to my education recognized."

Kayla grew up on a farm near Waukon, Iowa and was drawn to Drake University because of the opportunity it offered to study pharmacy in a smaller, more personal setting. Kayla says that she would have felt lost on a campus the size of the University of Iowa, “Drake is the right size for me”, she commented. During her Drake experience, Kayla has particularly enjoyed getting involved in campus activities and feels those experiences have helped her develop greater leadership skills. She plans to remain in Iowa to pursue her career following graduation.