From private funding to government assistance, there are a number of resources available for women looking to pursue higher education. Some awards are given out based on majors or intended courses of study, while others are doled out on a more general basis. But whatever the prerequisites, there are opportunities for virtually any female student to get the funds they need to achieve the education they dream of.
Association for Women in Science
For women interested in pursuing an education rooted in the sciences, the Association for Women in Science offers a number of awards. In order to qualify for one of these awards, applicants should be enrolled in an undergraduate or doctoral program of study that falls within the categories of science, technology, engineering or mathematics. For undergraduates, an award of $1000 or $500 can be awarded, though students can only apply for one award. For doctoral students, the award amounts are the same. Both undergraduates and doctoral students must submit an application with transcripts and references to be considered.
Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship
The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship is the perfect opportunity for women interested in pursuing a degree in the technology-related field. The award is named after Dr. Anita Borg who devoted much of her life to ensuring that the barriers to women and minorities in technological sciences were dismantled. Both undergraduate as well as graduate students are eligible for the scholarships which are for $10,000. Interested applicants can submit an application online which will ask for transcripts, a resume, essays as well as references.
Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund
For undergraduate women looking to pursue any course of study at an accredited college or university, the Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund could be just what you are looking for. The program awards 11 scholarships (one for $30,000 and 10 awards for $15,000) to accomplished female students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, community involvement and financial need. To apply, interested students can submit an online application. However, only the first 5,000 applications are processed by the scholarship program, so it is often in the applicant's best interest to apply sooner rather than later.
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