The Hoover Presidential Foundation's Uncommon Student Award asks Iowa high school juniors (including homeschoolers) to design and complete a leadership project connected to Herbert Hoover's legacy of public service and humanitarian leadership. Applicants submit a written project proposal and a recommendation form; grades, test scores, and financial need are not part of the evaluation. Fifteen finalists each receive $1,500 upon completing the program, and up to four of those finalists go on to earn an additional $10,000. Finalists must be available for required program dates in June (the summer before senior year) and October (of senior year), and must be U.S. citizens residing in Iowa.
Eligibility
Fields of studyPublic Service · Leadership
Applying
15 finalists receive $1,500 each on program completion; up to 4 of those finalists also receive an additional $10,000 (total up to $11,500).