George Washington Carver Program

After receiving his education at Iowa Agricultural College (Iowa State University), Dr. Carver gained an international reputation during his career at Tuskegee University.  His research resulted in the creation of 325 products from peanuts, more than 100 products from sweet potatoes, and hundreds more from a dozen other plants native to the South. These products contributed to rural economic improvement by offering alternative crops to cotton that were beneficial for the farmers and for the land. Carver was ISU's first Black graduate and faculty member. Since 1999, one hundred full-tuition scholarships are awarded to incoming undergraduate US first-year students directly out of high school as part of the George Washington Carver (GWC) Academy program. 

The Carver Academy is a collection of curious and motivated scholars working toward their personal and professional goals alongside staff and members of the GWC Faculty Council. Students participate in coursework, research, service, and events to bolster their holistic development. Carver Scholars are part of a long legacy of excellence beginning with Dr. George Washington Carver and continuing on into the next generation.