Scholarships for women - Jan '25

Updated Jan 30, 2025

Apply below to the best Scholarships for women for January 2025.

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Luverne PEO Scholarship

Minnesota • For Women

The Luverne PEO Scholarship offers $250+ to female students with a 3.0 GPA attending accredited colleges full-time.

Deadline:

April 15, 2025

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Virginia Ruff Scholarship For Continuing Education

Bedford County • Virginia • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Virginia Ruff Scholarship offers $1,000 for Bedford women 25+ seeking education for job market re-entry and economic self-sufficiency.

Deadline:

June 29, 2025

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Suzanne Dooley College Tuition Scholarship

Dallas County • Tarrant County • Collin County • Denton County • Ellis County • Hunt County • Kaufman County • Rockwall County • Johnson County • Wise County • Parker County • Hood County • Texas • Film • Digital Communications/Media • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen

The Suzanne Dooley Scholarship offers up to $3,000 for Texas women in film, TV, or digital media with a 3.0 GPA.

Deadline:

August 31, 2025

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Alice T. Schafer Mathematics Prize

Mathematics • For Women • Sophomores • Freshmen • Seniors • Juniors

The Alice T. Schafer Mathematics Prize honors an undergraduate woman excelling in mathematics with a $1000 award.

Deadline:

September 15, 2025

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American Muslim Women Physicians Association's scholarships

Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Medicine • Dentistry • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • For Muslim students • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen

Scholarships for female Muslim students in health fields from the American Muslim Women Physicians Association, up to $1,000.

Deadline:

October 15, 2025

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Cecelia Connelly Scholarship in Underwater Archaeology

Marine Biology/Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • History • Conservation • Environmental Science • Natural Resources Management • For Women

The Cecelia Connelly Scholarship offers $2,500 to women pursuing graduate studies in underwater archaeology.

Deadline:

October 31, 2025

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American Fellowships

STEM • For Women • Graduate Students

AAUW American Fellowships offer up to $50,000 for women scholars in STEM or gender research. U.S. citizens/permanent residents eligible.

Deadline:

November 15, 2025

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Live Your Dreams Award

For Women • Family

The Live Your Dreams Award provides up to $16,000 for women supporting dependents, requiring enrollment in an undergraduate program.

Deadline:

November 15, 2025

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Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowship

Aerospace • For Women • Graduate Students

Zonta International offers a $10,000 Fellowship for women in Ph.D. programs in aerospace engineering and space sciences.

Deadline:

November 15, 2025

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All-American Pest Control Steam Trailblazer Scholarship

Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The All-American Pest Control STEAM Trailblazer Scholarship awards $1,000 to a young woman excelling in STEAM with a 3.0 GPA.

Deadline:

November 30, 2025

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Notorious RBG Women of Tomorrow Scholarship

For Women • For Trans Woman students • High school • Freshmen

The Notorious RBG Women of Tomorrow Scholarship offers $1,000 awards for high school students with a 3.5 GPA. Apply with leadership evidence.

Deadline:

September 5, 2025

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Bright Lights Scholarship

For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

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

Deadline:

December 26, 2025

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AFWA Undergraduate Scholarship

Accounting • Finance • For Women • Juniors • Seniors

AFWA offers a $1,500 scholarship for female accounting/finance students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay on leadership and character.

Deadline:

March 31, 2025

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Sonia Morgan Scholarship

New Jersey • Law • For Women • Graduate Students

The Sonia Morgan Scholarship offers $2,500 to female law students in NJ. Apply with an essay for your chance to win.

Deadline:

April 21, 2025

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Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship

For Women • Family • Age

The Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship offers $5,000 to low-income single mothers pursuing their first degree.

Deadline:

August 1, 2025

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NFWL Essay Student Scholarship Contest

Georgia • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The NFWL Essay Student Scholarship Contest offers $250+ for female U.S. citizens in South Carolina colleges. Apply now!

Deadline:

September 1, 2025

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AnitaB.org Tech Journey Fund Scholarship

Technology • IT/Information Technology • STEM • UX/Technical Design • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • For Women

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

Deadline:

December 30, 2025

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Linda J. Murphy Scholarship

Law • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores

Deadline:

March 24, 2025

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BP Scholarship

Ohio • Science • Chemistry • For Women • Freshmen

The BP Scholarship awards $2,000 to Ohio seniors pursuing a science major, recognizing commitment in chemistry.

Deadline:

March 30, 2025

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Jeannette Rankin Foundation Scholarship

For Women • Age • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen

Scholarship for women and nonbinary individuals over 35, pursuing education with financial need. Award: $250+. U.S. citizens only.

Deadline:

February 17, 2025

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Memorial Education Scholarship for Graduate Studies

Massachusetts • Counseling • Mental Health • Medicine • Public Health • For Women • Graduate Students

The Memorial Education Scholarship offers $3000 to women in Massachusetts pursuing graduate studies in Mental Health Counseling, Epidemiology, or Public Health.

Deadline:

February 28, 2025

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Jeanne E. Harris Chrysalis Scholarship

Geological & Earth Sciences • For Women • Graduate Students

The Chrysalis Scholarship offers $2,000 for women geoscience graduate students to complete their degrees after life interruptions.

Deadline:

March 30, 2025

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Dotcom-Monitor Women in Computing Scholarship

Computer Science • Information Sciences • For Women

The Dotcom-Monitor Women in Computing Scholarship offers $1,000 for female undergraduates in the U.S. or Canada. Apply with essays and transcripts.

Deadline:

March 31, 2025

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MWGA Foundation Women's Scholarship

Minnesota • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The MWGA Foundation Women's Scholarship offers $3,000 to Minnesota women students based on academics, need, and character.

Deadline:

March 31, 2025

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GM Women's Retail Network Drive to Succeed Scholarship

Automotive • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The GM Women's Retail Network Drive to Succeed Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in automotive retail education or careers.

Deadline:

April 1, 2025

FAQ

To write a strong application for scholarships for women, be clear and concise in your writing, highlight your achievements and goals, and tailor your personal statement to reflect the values and mission of the scholarship. Additionally, proofread your application to avoid any errors.

Common documents required for applying for scholarships for women include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and proof of enrollment or acceptance at an educational institution. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.

Eligibility criteria for scholarships for women can vary widely. Common criteria include being a female student, enrollment in an accredited institution, and meeting specific academic or financial requirements. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.

Age restrictions for scholarships for women can vary depending on the scholarship provider. Some scholarships may have specific age limits, while others are open to women of all ages. Always review the eligibility criteria for each scholarship.

You can find scholarships for women on various platforms, including scholarship search engines and educational websites. A great resource is Mos, where you can explore a wide range of scholarships tailored for women.

To increase your chances of winning a scholarship for women, focus on submitting a strong application. This includes writing a compelling personal statement, meeting all eligibility requirements, and ensuring that your application is complete and submitted on time.

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