The Iowa Firefighters Association reports the organization is now accepting applications for the 2014 Iowa Firefighters Association Scholarship. The scholarship is in the amount of $500 and will be awarded to a high-school or college student wishing to pursue educational commitment in the field of fire science.

The applicant must submit an application and an essay of 500 words or less about their goals, community service, hobbies and why he or she wants to receive a degree in fire science, by the application deadline. The applicant must be planning to attend an accredited Iowa College to obtain a degree in Fire Science. The application process will remain open from October 1st to December 15th.

The application can be found on the Iowa Firefighter Assoc Website at: http://www.iafireassn.org/

Applicants must send completed forms and essay to:

Iowa Firefighters Association

Executive Director

PO Box 67

Humboldt, Iowa 50548