College and Career Transition Counselor Grant Application – Sixth Round
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Can you apply?
This grant is for Iowa school districts and educational institutions that support college and career readiness for students. Applicants must employ or plan to employ college and career transition counselors. The program funds positions and professional development for counselors serving high school students. Funding supports sixth-round applications in Iowa.
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Program description
FY27 College and Career Transition Counselor Grant Application – Sixth Round
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Grant application form (provided by Iowa Education)
- Project narrative describing counselor role and student impact
- Budget and budget narrative with itemized expenses
- School/district commitment letter or MOU
- Counselor job description or position details
- Evidence of institutional support and sustainability plan
Program contact
- 👤 Karey Hawkins
- 📧 karey.hawkins@iowa.gov
- 📞 (515) 979-8265
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Iowa school districts and public educational institutions that employ or plan to employ college and career transition counselors. Private schools and charter schools may be eligible depending on state requirements.
What is the deadline for applications?
The deadline is June 15, 2026. Contact Iowa Education for specific submission details and any rolling acceptance periods.
What can grant funds support?
Funds support counselor salaries, professional development, and college and career readiness programming. Budget details and allowable expenses should be verified with Iowa Education.
How competitive is this grant?
Competition depends on the number of applicants and available funding. Building strong partnerships and demonstrating student impact increases competitiveness.
What is the typical award amount?
The grant provides approximately $50,000 per award. Actual amounts may vary based on project scope and available funding.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start by reviewing prior-year awards and funded projects from Iowa Education to understand funding priorities and successful approaches. Iowa's college and career readiness initiatives often emphasize equity and underrepresented populations.
- Clearly document the current counselor-to-student ratio and how grant funding will improve college and career readiness outcomes. Use specific metrics like college enrollment rates or career pathway participation.
- Include letters of support from school leadership, teachers, and community partners. Demonstrate institutional commitment to sustaining the counselor position beyond grant funding.
- Develop a detailed professional development plan showing how counselors will stay current on college admission trends, financial aid, and career pathways. Training should address student populations with barriers to college access.
- Budget carefully and align all expenses with the grant's college and career readiness focus. Document in-kind contributions from your district to show financial commitment to the program.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applicants underestimate the importance of demonstrating measurable outcomes and sustainability beyond year one. Weak documentation of current counselor capacity and student need leads to weak proposals. Proposals that lack clear connection to state college and career readiness priorities often score lower.
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