You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

Where to locate the deadline specific to my state?

Distinguished Young Women Scholarship

The Distinguished Young Women Scholarship awards up to $30,000 to high school senior girls in the U.S. for academic and personal achievements.

Essay

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

Worthy Women Scholarship

Worthy Women Scholarship provides up to $2,500 for women returning to school. Apply with an essay to pursue your passions.

Women in Healthcare Scholarship

The Women in Healthcare Scholarship offers $1,000 to female students pursuing healthcare. Share your passion and impact in the field.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Concrete Rose Scholarship Award

The Concrete Rose Scholarship offers $500 to first-gen BIPOC women in high school or college with a 2.0 GPA. Apply by sharing your story.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship

The Home Depot Foundation offers $2,500 scholarships for trade-related programs. Apply with an essay.

Women in STEM Scholarship

The Women in STEM Scholarship offers $1,000 for women in STEM majors at junior/senior level in the Greater Milwaukee area.

Virginia Council on Women STEM Essay Contest

What is a letter of recommendation?

Society of Women Engineers - Lehigh Valley Section

Scholarship for women high school seniors pursuing engineering, offering up to $5,000 based on academics and leadership.

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

Engineer Girl Writing Contest

Enter the Engineer Girl Writing Contest by writing an essay on an everyday object's lifecycle for a chance to win $500 - $1,000!

Santa Barbara P.E.O. Chapter HD Memorial Scholarship

Santa Barbara P.E.O. Chapter HD offers a $3,500 scholarship for female seniors with a 3.0 GPA in Santa Barbara County.

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Vickie Clark-Flaherty Scholarships

Susan M. Krause Scholarship 

The Susan M. Krause Scholarship offers $5,000 to women in Door County seeking job skill improvement. Minimum GPA 3.00 required.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

Diverse Student Ethics Scholarship

BBB's Diverse Student Ethics Scholarship offers $2,500 to diverse CT high school seniors demonstrating ethics and leadership.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Scott Forbes Scholarship

The Scott Forbes Scholarship supports students in Texas studying transportation fields with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.

Gorrondona & Associates, Inc./WTS High School Scholarship

The Gorrondona & Associates Scholarship supports Dallas-Fort Worth area students with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.

Wanda J. Schafer Graduate Scholarship

The Wanda J. Schafer Graduate Scholarship offers $2,500 to women in Texas pursuing graduate studies in transportation with a 3.0 GPA.

Sharon D. Banks Undergraduate Scholarship 

The WTS Undergraduate Scholarship supports women in Texas studying transportation fields with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.

WTS/HDR Future Forward Scholarship

The WTS/HDR Future Forward Scholarship supports students studying transportation fields with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.

Gail Achterman Leadership Scholarship

The Gail Achterman Leadership Scholarship offers $6,000 for women in Oregon/SW Washington pursuing transportation-related studies.

Linly Heflin Scholarship

The Linly Heflin Scholarship provides $5,000 for Alabama women attending accredited four-year colleges with a minimum ACT of 23.

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Art Project

Sam Edelman Memorial Scholarship 

The Sam Edelman Memorial Scholarship aids trans and gender-diverse students in the Northwest, focusing on social justice and political studies.

Emerge Grant

Emerge Grant supports women and nonbinary individuals in Georgia and Montana pursuing education, offering $250 and renewable for 5 years.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

AWAF Scholarships

AWAF Scholarships offer up to $7,500 for women studying architecture and related fields in California. Apply now!

AIAA Lockheed Martin Marillyn Hewson Scholarship

The AIAA Lockheed Martin Marillyn Hewson Scholarship awards $10,000 to female high school seniors pursuing aerospace STEM majors.

Volunteering or being active in your community is a must for this scholarship.

Community Service

Deloris Carter Hampton Scholarship

The Deloris Carter Hampton Scholarship supports women of color in LGBTQ activism pursuing degrees in education, women's health, or dance.

SWE Collegiate/Graduate Scholars

Zinpro Corporation's Undergraduate Poultry Science Scholarship

Zinpro Corporation offers a $5,000 scholarship for underrepresented undergraduate students in Poultry Science.

Monthly Kickass Single Mom Stimulus Grant

Apply for the Monthly Kickass Single Mom Stimulus Grant to receive $500 cash each month. Simple application process!

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

Nevada Women’s Fund Scholarships

Nevada Women’s Fund Scholarships support women in Northern Nevada for post-secondary education. Awards start at $250+. Apply now!

Greater Syracuse Area SWE Scholarship 

The Greater Syracuse Area SWE Scholarship offers $2,250 for women pursuing STEM degrees. Open to high school graduates and non-traditional students.

Transportation YOU High School Scholarship

The Transportation YOU Scholarship supports girls pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering, and math. with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

Washington-Nixon Nursing Scholarship

The Washington-Nixon Nursing Scholarship offers $250+ to single mother nursing students in Houston with financial need and a 3.0 GPA.

California State Chapter Scholarships

California State Chapter Scholarships for women high school graduates enrolling in accredited colleges. Award: $250+. Apply now!

What is a scholarship portal?

SNC Women in STEM Scholarship

The SNC Women in STEM Scholarship awards $7,500 to female students pursuing non-medical STEM degrees with a 3.5 GPA.

Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grants

The Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grants provide financial aid for women and non-binary students 35+ pursuing education in the U.S.

Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation Scholarship

The Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation Scholarship offers $2,000-$5,000 for women pursuing tech degrees in Michigan.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Martha McKinney Wilhoite-Theta Chapter Scholarship

The Martha McKinney Wilhoite-Theta Chapter Scholarship offers $250 to Indiana juniors or seniors with a GPA of 2.5+. Apply now!

Tsutako Curo Scholarship

The Tsutako Curo Scholarship offers $2,000 to single mothers in Clark County, NV for post-secondary education. Minimum 2.5 GPA required.

Vickie Clark-Flaherty Scholarship

The Vickie Clark-Flaherty Scholarship awards $1,000 to women in food service with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now!

Dottie Martin Teachers Scholarship

The Dottie Martin Teachers Scholarship awards $500 to future NC teachers. Apply with an essay and recommendations!

AWF Legacy Scholarship

The AWF Legacy Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women soldiers and their descendants to pursue educational goals.

The Marilynn Smith Scholarship

The Marilynn Smith Scholarship offers $5,000 to female high school seniors who play golf and plan to continue at an accredited college.

You’ll need to share your service record. 

Proof of service

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

Dr. Sydell Perlmutter Gold Memorial Scholarship

The Dr. Sydell Perlmutter Gold Memorial Scholarship awards $20,000 to daughters of Air Force members in STEM fields.

Bright Lights Scholarship

The Bright Lights Scholarship offers $1,000 to underrepresented and first-generation students overcoming obstacles to pursue college.

AnitaB.org Tech Journey Fund Scholarship

AnitaB.org Tech Journey Fund offers scholarships up to $10,000 for women of color in computing degrees. Apply anytime!

Lyndsey Scott Coding+ Scholarship

The Lyndsey Scott Coding+ Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for LGBTQIA+, Women, and BIPOC computer science students to pursue their goals.

Tony DeBlase Memorial Scholarship

The Tony DeBlase Memorial Scholarship offers $250 for LGBTQ and allied students in sex education fields facing barriers in the Northwest.

The Marki Lemons Ryhal Education Advancement Scholarship

The Marki Lemons Ryhal Scholarship offers $500 for African American women at HBCUs in real estate, business, or urban planning.

 Woman Returning to School Scholarship

Boston City Federation offers $500+ scholarships for Massachusetts women returning to college after 4+ years. Apply with a recommendation and essay.

Monique Pegues Graduate Leadership Scholarship

The Monique Pegues Graduate Leadership Scholarship awards $2,500 to women pursuing transportation careers with a 3.0 GPA or higher.