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The Top Scholarships for Women with Upcoming Deadlines in 2024

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  1. Cover image for Concrete Rose Scholarship Award

    Concrete Rose Scholarship Award

    Funded by
    The Concrete Rose Foundation
    This scholarship's mission is to help women of color reach their potential to achieve their dreams, making a significant contribution to a more inclusive and prosperous world for all.
    Funded by
    The Concrete Rose Foundation
    This scholarship's mission is to help women of color reach their potential to achieve their dreams, making a significant contribution to a more inclusive and prosperous world for all.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Gender: Women
    • GPA: 2.0
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • Education Level: High school senior or Undergraduate
    Amount:$2,300
    Deadline:May 24, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  2. Cover image for Jennifer Gephart Memorial Working Mothers Scholarship

    Jennifer Gephart Memorial Working Mothers Scholarship

    Funded by
    Andrew Gephart
    This scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Jennifer Gephart, mother of two and military spouse, whose work not only supported her children but also added meaning to her life while she made a difference in the lives of those she served and who worked alongside her.
    Funded by
    Andrew Gephart
    This scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Jennifer Gephart, mother of two and military spouse, whose work not only supported her children but also added meaning to her life while she made a difference in the lives of those she served and who worked alongside her.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Background: Mother
    Amount:$3,025
    Deadline:May 10, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  3. Cover image for God Hearted Girls Scholarship

    God Hearted Girls Scholarship

    Funded by
    God Hearted Girls
    This scholarship will support a female high school student who practices Christianity.
    Funded by
    God Hearted Girls
    This scholarship will support a female high school student who practices Christianity.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Gender: Female
    • Religion: Christianity
    Amount:$1,000
    Deadline:Jun 25, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  4. Cover image for Women in Healthcare Scholarship

    Women in Healthcare Scholarship

    Funded by
    Live it Up
    This scholarship aims to support and empower female students pursuing degrees in healthcare so they can afford to complete their education and shape the future of healthcare.
    Funded by
    Live it Up
    This scholarship aims to support and empower female students pursuing degrees in healthcare so they can afford to complete their education and shape the future of healthcare.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Citizenship Status: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Field of Study: Healthcare
    Amount:$1,020
    Deadline:May 01, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  5. Cover image for Alexis Mackenzie Memorial Scholarship for the Arts

    Alexis Mackenzie Memorial Scholarship for the Arts

    Funded by
    Martha R. Arias
    This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented women who are in need of financial support to pursue their artistic dreams.
    Funded by
    Martha R. Arias
    This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented women who are in need of financial support to pursue their artistic dreams.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school student accepted to a two or four-year college or an arts institute
    • Race/Ethnicity: Black or Latina
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Background: Financial Need
    Amount:$9,350
    Deadline:May 31, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  6. Cover image for Future Planner Scholarship

    Future Planner Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gian Events
    This scholarship seeks to support women of color who are working to pursue higher education in order to become the leaders of tomorrow.
    Funded by
    Gian Events
    This scholarship seeks to support women of color who are working to pursue higher education in order to become the leaders of tomorrow.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school student or two or four-year undergraduate student
    • Background: Leadership or event planning experience
    • Race: BIPOC
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    Amount:$1,170
    Deadline:Jun 03, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  7. Cover image for C.L. Scholarship of Black Women in Engineering

    C.L. Scholarship of Black Women in Engineering

    Funded by
    Chantelé Lewis
    This scholarship seeks to support Black women who are passionate about breaking into the field of engineering so they can have the resources necessary to complete their education.
    Funded by
    Chantelé Lewis
    This scholarship seeks to support Black women who are passionate about breaking into the field of engineering so they can have the resources necessary to complete their education.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Race: African American
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Field of Study: Engineering
    Amount:$1,475
    Deadline:May 31, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  8. Cover image for Mary D. Scholarship

    Mary D. Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ryan
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Mary D. Ryan by supporting female students who are pursuing their educational goals later in life.
    Funded by
    Ryan
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Mary D. Ryan by supporting female students who are pursuing their educational goals later in life.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Age: 25+
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • State: Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, or Connecticut
    Amount:$1,900
    Deadline:May 31, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  9. Cover image for Minority Women in LAS Scholarship

    Minority Women in LAS Scholarship

    Funded by
    Friends of Amabel
    This scholarship seeks to honor Amabel by supporting students from immigrant backgrounds who have conquered challenges to get to where they are today.
    Funded by
    Friends of Amabel
    This scholarship seeks to honor Amabel by supporting students from immigrant backgrounds who have conquered challenges to get to where they are today.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: Undergraduate or trade school student
    • Gender: Female
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: Law, science, or arts
    • Identity: Immigrant or the child of immigrants
    • Race: African American
    Amount:$2,000
    Deadline:May 02, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  10. Cover image for Amber D. Hudson Memorial Scholarship

    Amber D. Hudson Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hudson Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Amber D. Hudson Memorial by supporting students who are pursuing careers related to nutrition.
    Funded by
    Hudson Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Amber D. Hudson Memorial by supporting students who are pursuing careers related to nutrition.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Desired Career: Registered Dietitian (RD), Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Certified Nutrition Specialist, or another nutrition-related position
    Amount:$1,050
    Deadline:Jun 15, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  11. Cover image for FAR Impact Scholarship

    FAR Impact Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rohit Prasad
    This scholarship seeks to support underserved students by providing financial assistance to lower the cost of college.
    Funded by
    Rohit Prasad
    This scholarship seeks to support underserved students by providing financial assistance to lower the cost of college.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Public Service
    • Identity: First-generation, woman, and a historically disadvantaged minority
    Amount:$3,000
    Deadline is Approaching! 13 days left
    One Click Apply
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  12. Cover image for Sharen and Mila Kohute Scholarship

    Sharen and Mila Kohute Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kohute Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor Sharen and Mila Kohute by supporting first-generation female students who are committed to pursuing higher education.
    Funded by
    Kohute Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor Sharen and Mila Kohute by supporting first-generation female students who are committed to pursuing higher education.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Gender: Female
    • Background: First-generation
    • State: Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, or Virginia
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
    Amount:$2,000
    Deadline is Approaching! 1 day left
    One Click Apply
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  13. Cover image for Black Women Love Dogs Scholarship

    Black Women Love Dogs Scholarship

    Funded by
    Christina Davis
    This scholarship seeks to support Black women who are enthusiastic about pursuing a career that will benefit the pet industry.
    Funded by
    Christina Davis
    This scholarship seeks to support Black women who are enthusiastic about pursuing a career that will benefit the pet industry.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Biology, veterinary science, or a related major
    • Race: Black
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    Amount:$500
    Deadline is Approaching! 5 days left
    One Click Apply
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  14. Cover image for Julie Adams Memorial Scholarship – Women in STEM

    Julie Adams Memorial Scholarship – Women in STEM

    Funded by
    Eric Adams
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Julie Adams by supporting women who are pursuing higher education in STEM.
    Funded by
    Eric Adams
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Julie Adams by supporting women who are pursuing higher education in STEM.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school senior
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: STEM
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    Amount:$2,000
    Deadline is Approaching! 13 days left
    One Click Apply
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  15. Cover image for The GIST Women’s Sports Business Scholarship

    The GIST Women’s Sports Business Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is for students passionate about sports media and leveling the playing field for women in sports.
    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is for students passionate about sports media and leveling the playing field for women in sports.
    All students are eligible
    Amount:$1,000
    Deadline is Approaching! 13 days left
    One Click Apply
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  16. Cover image for GIST Sports Media No-Essay Scholarship

    GIST Sports Media No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is for students passionate about sports media and leveling the playing field for women in sports.
    Funded by
    Bold.org
    This scholarship is for students passionate about sports media and leveling the playing field for women in sports.
    All students are eligible
    Amount:$500
    Deadline is Approaching! 13 days left
    One Click Apply
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  17. Cover image for Saswati Gupta Cancer Research Scholarship

    Saswati Gupta Cancer Research Scholarship

    Funded by
    sreya sanyal
    This scholarship aims to support female students interested in medicine or biology so they can go on to advance cancer research and prevention.
    Funded by
    sreya sanyal
    This scholarship aims to support female students interested in medicine or biology so they can go on to advance cancer research and prevention.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: Undergraduate junior or senior or Graduate student
    • Gender: Female
    • Field of Study: Medicine or Biology
    Amount:$2,000
    Deadline is Approaching! 18 days left
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  18. Cover image for India Kinamore Memorial Scholarship

    India Kinamore Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Khya Pitts
    This scholarship seeks to support women who are passionate about pursuing higher education but need financial assistance in order to do so.
    Funded by
    Khya Pitts
    This scholarship seeks to support women who are passionate about pursuing higher education but need financial assistance in order to do so.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Gender: Female
    • State: Ohio
    • Race: African American
    Amount:$500
    Deadline is Approaching! 22 days left
    One Click Apply
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  19. Cover image for Desiree Jeana Wapples Scholarship for Young Women

    Desiree Jeana Wapples Scholarship for Young Women

    Funded by
    Albert Wapples
    This scholarship aims to support female high school students in Virginia so they can be financially prepared for college.
    Funded by
    Albert Wapples
    This scholarship aims to support female high school students in Virginia so they can be financially prepared for college.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Gender: Female
    • State: Virginia
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    Amount:$500
    Deadline is Approaching! 24 days left
    One Click Apply
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  20. Cover image for Jeannine Schroeder Women in Public Service Memorial Scholarship

    Jeannine Schroeder Women in Public Service Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Andrea Beck
    This scholarship will support a woman who is passionate about public service and making a difference.
    Funded by
    Andrea Beck
    This scholarship will support a woman who is passionate about public service and making a difference.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: Undergraduate
    • Gender: Woman
    • Experience: Volunteering or non-profit
    • Major: STEAM or Public Service
    Amount:$1,500
    Deadline is Approaching! 27 days left
    One Click Apply
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  21. Cover image for Virginia Jeanette Drummond Kissane Women in STEM Memorial Scholarship

    Virginia Jeanette Drummond Kissane Women in STEM Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kissane Family
    This scholarship will support young women in STEM in honor of Virginia Jeanette Drummond Kissane.
    Funded by
    Kissane Family
    This scholarship will support young women in STEM in honor of Virginia Jeanette Drummond Kissane.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate
    • Major: STEM
    • Gender: Woman
    • Alumnae of School: Girls Middle School of Palo Alto, or of Presentation High School of San Jose, California
    Amount:$3,000
    Deadline is Approaching! 27 days left
    One Click Apply
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  22. Cover image for Alicea Sperstad Rural Writer Scholarship

    Alicea Sperstad Rural Writer Scholarship

    Funded by
    Judith Avers and Frances Southwick
    This scholarship aims to support women who are interested in becoming writers so they have the financial resources necessary to achieve their dreams.
    Funded by
    Judith Avers and Frances Southwick
    This scholarship aims to support women who are interested in becoming writers so they have the financial resources necessary to achieve their dreams.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school senior, 2/4-year undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Gender: Female
    • Field of Interest: Writing
    Amount:$500
    Deadline is Approaching! 30 days left
    One Click Apply
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  23. Cover image for Sheniqua Bisor Woman of Excellence Scholarship

    Sheniqua Bisor Woman of Excellence Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bisor Family
    Rooted in the conviction that education and leadership are pivotal to success, especially for young Black American women, the Bisor Family has established this scholarship to honor and support individuals who mirror Sheniqua's unwavering commitment to excellence.
    Funded by
    Bisor Family
    Rooted in the conviction that education and leadership are pivotal to success, especially for young Black American women, the Bisor Family has established this scholarship to honor and support individuals who mirror Sheniqua's unwavering commitment to excellence.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Gender: Woman
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    • Education Level: Undergraduates
    • Race/Ethnicity: Black and/or African American
    • Experience: Volunteer experience or community service
    • State: TX
    Amount:$1,000
    Deadline:Apr 30, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  24. Cover image for Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship

    Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship

    Funded by
    Calvin Rosser
    The Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship exists to move the tech industry in the right direction by empowering the next generation of extraordinary women leaders.
    Funded by
    Calvin Rosser
    The Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship exists to move the tech industry in the right direction by empowering the next generation of extraordinary women leaders.
    All students are eligible
    Amount:$500
    Deadline:Apr 30, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  25. Cover image for Mental Health Scholarship for Women

    Mental Health Scholarship for Women

    Funded by
    ADHDAdvisor.org
    This scholarship aims to recognize the importance of mental wellness for academic success and personal development by supporting female students who recognize the importance of mental health and prioritize it while attending college.
    Funded by
    ADHDAdvisor.org
    This scholarship aims to recognize the importance of mental wellness for academic success and personal development by supporting female students who recognize the importance of mental health and prioritize it while attending college.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Citizenship Status: Citizen or permanent legal resident
    Amount:$1,000
    Deadline:May 03, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  26. Cover image for Eunice Richardson Scholarship for Girls

    Eunice Richardson Scholarship for Girls

    Funded by
    Richardson Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Eunice Richardson by supporting young girls pursuing higher education.
    Funded by
    Richardson Family
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Eunice Richardson by supporting young girls pursuing higher education.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Race: African American
    • Gender: Female
    • State: Florida
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    • Education Level: High school senior
    Amount:$1,200
    Deadline:May 10, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  27. Cover image for Madeline Grace Memorial Scholarship

    Madeline Grace Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    VanEtten Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Madeline Grace by supporting young women who are devoting their careers to healthcare.
    Funded by
    VanEtten Family
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Madeline Grace by supporting young women who are devoting their careers to healthcare.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Field of Study: Healthcare
    • Background: Community service experience
    • Education Level: High school student
    • State: Ohio
    Amount:$9,000
    Deadline:May 14, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  28. Cover image for Dan Gramatic Memorial Scholarship

    Dan Gramatic Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dynamic Real Estate, Inc.
    This scholarship seeks to assist students of Romanian descent as they pursue their educational goals and professional interests.
    Funded by
    Dynamic Real Estate, Inc.
    This scholarship seeks to assist students of Romanian descent as they pursue their educational goals and professional interests.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Identity: Of Romanian descent
    Amount:$1,000
    Deadline:May 15, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  29. Cover image for Kristen McCartney Perseverance Scholarship

    Kristen McCartney Perseverance Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kristen’s Krew
    This scholarship will support North Carolina female students who demonstrate perseverance and are passionate about their community.
    Funded by
    Kristen’s Krew
    This scholarship will support North Carolina female students who demonstrate perseverance and are passionate about their community.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Education Level: High school junior or senior
    • State: North Carolina
    • Gender: Female
    • GPA: 3.5 or higher
    • Experience: Volunteer or non-profit work
    Amount:$4,000
    Deadline:May 15, 2024
    One Click Apply
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  30. Cover image for Sikora Drake Women in STEM Scholarship

    Sikora Drake Women in STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sikora Drake
    This scholarship supports female-identifying students from North Carolina who are the first-generation college students and pursuing a degree in STEM.
    Funded by
    Sikora Drake
    This scholarship supports female-identifying students from North Carolina who are the first-generation college students and pursuing a degree in STEM.
    All students are eligible
    Amount:$3,000
    Deadline:May 15, 2024
    One Click Apply
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About Scholarships for Women

Scholarships for women help female students who are chasing their dreams in school and beyond. These scholarships are here to offer financial assistance so that more women can get into college, stay there, and crush it without worrying as much about the cost.

These scholarships come from all sorts of places – colleges, companies, and even groups that are all about supporting women's achievements. So, if you're a woman with big dreams and you're looking at a mountain of college expenses, these scholarships could be your ticket to focusing more on your studies and less on your budget.

Fortunately, scholarships for women can help encourage women to pursue fields like engineering, marine biology, and mathematics. Scholarships can help reduce or eliminate the need for student loans, making it easier for female students to complete their degrees. Furthermore, women's scholarships help make it more feasible for female graduate students to partake and excel in their college education, helping them break into high-paying fields. 

To make your search for scholarship funds easier, we’ve created this list of scholarships for women at all levels of education. You can start applying by clicking one of the opportunities above! This list is a great place to start if you’re looking for scholarships, but you can find even more exclusive scholarships using our scholarship search feature!

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Best Scholarships for Women

Women in STEM Scholarships

Scholarships for women in STEM are critical in encouraging and supporting female students pursuing careers in STEM. These scholarships aim to provide financial assistance to women and inspire more women to explore STEM careers, contribute to innovative research and development, and achieve leadership roles in their respective fields.

Graduate Scholarships for Women

Graduate scholarships for women play a pivotal role in empowering female scholars to pursue advanced degrees and research opportunities. These scholarships are designed to address the unique challenges women may face in academia and professional fields, providing essential financial support for tuition, research projects, and other academic pursuits.

If you're a graduate student, check out these graduate student scholarships and begin applying today!

Scholarships for Black Women

Scholarships for black women are integral in supporting the educational aspirations and career goals of African-American/black female students. These scholarships help cover tuition and other educational expenses, making it easier for Black women to access both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Cheerleading Scholarships

Cheerleading scholarships offer talented cheerleaders the opportunity to support their education while continuing to pursue their passion for the sport. These scholarships recognize the dedication, athleticism, and teamwork involved in cheerleading, as well as providing financial assistance for tuition and other college expenses.

Business Scholarships

Business scholarships for women are designed to empower female students pursuing careers in the business world. These scholarships provide financial support for women studying business-related fields such as finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, and management.

Merit-Based Scholarships

A merit-based scholarship program is designed to recognize and reward female students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievements, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement. These types of scholarship programs offer financial support to high-achieving women, helping them to pursue their educational goals without the burden of financial stress.

These represent just a handful of the numerous scholarship options available for women to consider. Explore more scholarship opportunities today!

How to Qualify for Scholarships for Women

To begin applying for Bold.org's scholarships for women, simply create your free profile by clicking on any of the many scholarships above. From there, you can filter different categories to find scholarships that you are eligible for.

The main qualification for female scholarships is to identify as a woman. There are many different scholarships for women that only have the gender requirement. With that being said, different scholarships have different requirements that take race, education level, career path, and whether you demonstrate financial aid into account. Make sure that in applying for scholarships, you pay attention to the requirements outside of being a female student.

Types of Scholarships Available for Female Students

Some scholarships are specialized to encourage women who are pursuing different careers. Female students are being encouraged to go into fields that are generally male-dominated, such as STEM fields. Women engineers and computer science majors are in high demand.

There are other specific scholarships for female students, including scholarships for women interested in or currently in medical school, those interested in different arts, etc. At the same time, there are scholarships tailored to women of different educational levels.

Some scholarships are open to high schoolers, undergraduate and graduate students, while others are specifically for female high school seniors, graduate students, or women enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university.

How to Find Scholarships for Women

Once you have created your free Bold.org profile, you can start to find scholarships that you are eligible for. By choosing the "Women" category, you will be provided with a list of scholarships specifically created to help women pursue a college degree.

Check the eligibility requirements and descriptions of the scholarship you are looking to apply for to see if you are among the eligible applicants. You can start searching for scholarship opportunities in the above list of scholarships for women.

Sign up here and apply for your first scholarship right now!

When to Start Applying for Scholarships

It is never too early for high school students and college students alike to begin applying for scholarships since Bold.org provides many scholarships for female students at every level of education.

Many students start the search in high school, as you don't need to wait until college to begin looking for financial assistance through scholarships or elsewhere. Scholarships aren't reserved for high school seniors, so you can begin applying for scholarships for women at any point in high school.

At the same time, it’s never too late for students enrolled in college to apply for women's scholarships. Whether you’re pursuing a bachelor's degree or a graduate program, there are college scholarships open specifically for women. The sooner you apply, the more money you can win to help avoid student loans when pursuing your college degree.

What to Consider When Applying for Scholarships

You won't win every scholarship you apply for, but that's okay! The more you apply for scholarships, the more likely you are to win. It can seem difficult to win scholarships when there are many other students applying for the same opportunities but don't be discouraged. There are ways to improve your chances of winning scholarships for women.

As you seek to increase your chances of winning scholarships for women, remember that there are many scholarship opportunities on Bold.org. To help your chances of winning women scholarships, continue down to read our tips for winning scholarships.

How to Apply for Women Scholarships

Applying for scholarships on Bold.org takes only a few simple steps. Start by creating your free Bold.org profile. Clicking on any of the listed scholarships will lead you to where you can create an account and begin accessing Bold.org's hundreds of scholarships for women.

From there, you can begin to browse the scholarship opportunities on Bold.org. Use features such as filters to help you sort through scholarships for women that apply to your interests and future career paths. The bookmark feature helps you set aside scholarships you are interested in to come back to later.

Once you've found scholarships that work for you, begin applying. The scholarship application processes are set up specifically to make applying as easy as possible so that you can apply for many scholarships.

Tips for Winning Scholarships for Women

Some students choose not to apply for as many scholarships as they can because they don't believe they have a good chance of winning. However, if you use these tips while applying for scholarships, you can increase your odds of earning a scholarship.

Identify Your Scholarship Opportunities

Start by pinpointing scholarships specifically designed for women. Many organizations and institutions aim to support women's education in various fields, from technology and science to arts and humanities.

Utilize dedicated scholarship platforms, university financial aid websites, and women-focused organizations to find these opportunities. Each scholarship has its own set of goals, whether it's supporting women in leadership, advancing women in STEM fields, or encouraging female artists.

Tailor Your Application

Customize your application to highlight how you align with the scholarship's mission. Focus on your academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, and any community service that demonstrates your leadership and commitment to your field of study. For scholarships aimed at women in specific disciplines, emphasize your contributions and aspirations within that area. Your application should reflect your unique perspective and how you plan to make an impact.

Prepare Your Documents

Gather all necessary documents well in advance. This typically includes your academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a resume or CV, and any other documentation the scholarship requires. Choose recommenders who know you well and can speak to your strengths and potential, particularly in the context of the scholarship's focus. Give them enough time to write a thoughtful recommendation.

Apply for Scholarships for Women as Early as Possible

Bold.org is posting new scholarships consistently, giving countless opportunities that come and go within a few months. Therefore, the sooner you begin applying, the more scholarships will be available for you over time. This way, you can apply for as many scholarships as you want without worrying about submitting applications all at one time of the year.

Apply to as Many Scholarships as You Can

Many of the scholarships for women don't require any application materials, such as no-essay scholarships that just require a few clicks to apply. Therefore, many students apply for these scholarships.

It can be hard to stand out in every application, making it important for you to apply to plenty of scholarships. The more scholarship opportunities you apply for, the more likely you are to win one. Applying to many scholarships increases your probability of acquiring scholarship money.

Apply to Scholarships with More Eligibility Requirements

An additional way to increase your chances of winning a scholarship is to apply for scholarships that have more eligibility requirements. For example, scholarships specifically for women in computer science, scholarships that require community service experience, or scholarships specifically for young women in an undergraduate program.

These scholarships are, therefore, open to fewer female students. The fewer eligible applicants there are, the less competition there is for the scholarship, increasing your odds of being selected.

Put Effort into Your Essays

There are many scholarships for female students that require short essays. In order to make your application stand out, eligible applicants are advised to put time into their answers. Take time to think about what you are going to write, and once you write your essay, proofread what you've written to eliminate spelling and grammar errors.

Whether you are a female high school student or a student at an accredited college, it is important you put effort into your essay, for a good essay can make the difference between winning and being overlooked.

Increase the Strength of Your Bold.org Profile

Another way to increase your chances of winning scholarships for women is to make your profile on Bold.org strong. Donors look for profiles that are fully filled out with detailed descriptions. The more thoroughly you fill in your Bold profile and the more Bold Points you have, the more likely you are to attract the attention of those deciding on scholarship winners.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scholarships for Women

How competitive are scholarships for women?

The competitiveness of scholarships for women can vary widely. Some scholarships may have a large number of applicants, while others might be less well-known and have fewer applicants. Some may be by grade level for example, high school students or those pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree. Regardless, it's important to put your best effort into each application.

Do I need a specific GPA to get a scholarship for women?

Every scholarship has specific eligibility criteria, and some have minimum GPA requirements. However, most scholarships in the above list have no GPA restrictions, so feel free to apply no matter what GPA you have!

What are the easiest scholarships for women to get?

All of the listed scholarships are easy to apply to with your Bold.org profile, but if you’re looking for quick applications, try no-essay scholarships. While many of the scholarships above require a short essay, they have limited eligibility, which increases your chances of winning.

Scholarships that are available only for women in STEM have limited application pools, and several scholarships have field limitations, such as engineering or math, which further restricts eligibility and increases your chances.

Female college students will find many scholarships tailored to women pursuing higher education. Browse through our Scholarship Blog to learn more about college, graduate school, and financial aid for women!