What is the Hoover Uncommon Student Award?
The program identifies and recognizes approximately 15 Iowa high school juniors who propose and then accomplish projects of their own design. The program encourages young Iowans to invest their talents and energies in their schools, communities and beyond; promoting personal growth, maturity and self-confidence while making a difference in people's lives. The program is shaped to attract students who are gifted as hard workers. Applicants' grades, test scores or financial need are not the basis of judges' decision.
How does the program work?
In the spring, you can submit a project proposal and two letters of recommendation. Approximately 15 finalists are selected based on the ambitious nature of the stated project goal and detailed plans to reach that goal. Students work on their projects during the summer months.
Finalists are required to spend a weekend at the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library-Museum in West Branch to meet each other and learn more about Herbert Hoover and the program that carries his name.
Finalists are required to return to West Branch to give oral presentations about their projects to a selection committee and audience members. All finalists receive a $1,000 award at that time. In addition, three are chosen to receive$5,000 scholarships for study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university anywhere in the country.
What kind of projects are proposed?
- Projects that utilize the student's personal gifts and passions.
- Projects that benefit others.
- Projects that relate or exemplify Herbert Hoover's life and career based on his humanitarian work, his skills as an engineer, his passion for conservation, his love of technology and his entrepreneurial spirit
How do I apply?
1.Start thinking about your project NOW!
2. Submit on-line application ww.hooverassociation.org/
3. Request two references to submit online recommendation forms.
4. Complete application by March 31st
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