That may seem like a silly question, so soon after you've written a tuition check. But if your student receives scholarship or grant money, it's not as silly as it seems. So many people whom students will never know have taken an active interest in their education. New scholarship money also will help the University diversify its undergraduate student body, increase the annual retention rate, improve student commitment to the four-year graduation plan, and increase overall graduation rates.
Scholarships are one facet of student financial aid.
Loans Over the four years that The University of Iowa has participated in the federal direct loan program, average indebtedness of Iowa students has gone down. Most borrowers are trying to limit their borrowing to what is necessary, and 27 percent of our students do not borrow at all. He attributes this problem to an increase in local job opportunities and competitive wages. To try to help University offices hire, the Office of Student Financial Aid offers a fall Student Job Fair that is open only to campus employers. Employment opportunities are included in all award packets and orientation materials.