Scholarships for Women

American Association of University Women (AAUW)/Career Development Grants Deadline: December 15, 2006 (updated 1/11/2007)

Open to women who: are U.S. citizens or permanent residents; hold an earned bachelor's degree; received their most recent degree on or before June 30, 2002; coursework related to professional development and engaged in course work for the full grant year (July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008). Women in their final year of a J.D. degree are not eligible for this grant. Criteria for selection is comprised of demonstrated commitment to education and equity for women and girls; reason for seeking higher education; degree to which study plan is consistent with career objectives; potential for success in chosen field; documentation of opportunities in chosen field and quality of written proposal. Career grants are one-time only awards. See Web site for application and further details. Awards: Range from $2,000 to $8,000.

Contact:
AAUW Educational Foundation
Career Development Grants
PO Box 4030
Iowa City, IA 52243
Phone (319) 337-1716
Web: AAUW Career Development Grants

Women in Defense / Horizons Foundation Scholarship Program - Deadline: November 1 for following Spring semester and July 1 for following Fall semester (updated 1/11/2007)

The Horizons Foundation is to encourage women to pursue careers related to the national security and defense interests of the United States and to provide development opportunities to women already working in national security and defense fields. The scholarship program is intended to provide financial assistance to further educational objectives of women who are U.S. citizens either employed or planning careers in defense or national security areas. Applicant must be currently enrolled either full or part-time at an accredited college, demonstrate interest in pursuing a career related to national security or defense, demonstrate financial need, have a minimum grade point average of 3.25, be a woman and a citizen of the United States. See web site for further information and application. Award: Varies.

Contact:
HORIZONS Foundation
c/o National Defense Industrial Association
2111 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 400
Arlington, VA 22201-3061
Phone: (703) 247-2552
Fax: (703) 527-6945
Web: HORIZONS Foundation
HORIZONS Scholarship Application

Roscoe Pound Institute/Elaine Osborne Jacobson Award for Women Working in Health Care Law Deadline: March 8, 2007 (updated 12/13/2006)

Candidate shall be a women currently enrolled in an accredited North American law school on a full-time or part-time basis who through her law school academic and clinical work and other related activities demonstrates her aptitude for a long-term commitment to a legal career of advocacy on behalf of the health care needs of children, women, the elderly or disabled. Applicant's must submit a current curriculum vita, a brief personal statement of no more than three pages, letter of recommendation from the Dean, clinical program director or law professor teaching in related area, statement of no more than a single page discussing the applicant's views of the civil justice system as a means of achieving a safe society & at least one, but no more than three, letter of recommendation from a law school faculty and/or practicing attorney who has personally taught or supervised the nominee's work. See web site for further information. Award: $3,000.

Contact:  
Elaine Osborne Jacobsen Award
The Roscoe Pound Foundation
1054 31st Street, NW
Suite 260
Washington, DC 20007
Fax: (202)342-0298
Email: Roscoe Pound Email
Web: Roscoe Pound Institute

Voice of the Defense Bar/Law Student Diversity Scholarship
Deadline: August 1, 2006 (updated 3/30/2006)

Open to second year (3L's for 2006-2007 academic year) law students of color and all second year female law students regardless of heritage or color. The program provides financial assistance to two (2) worthy law students from ABA accredited law schools in order to promote in a tangible way the DRI Diversity Statement in Principle. Two scholarships are awarded to applicants who best meet the following criteria: completion of application and essay; demonstrated academic excellence; service to the profession; service to the community and service to the cause of diversity. See Web site for application and further details. Award: $10,000 to two (2) worthy law students.

Contact:
DRI - Voice of the Defense Bar
Katrina Holland
150 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: (312)795-1101
Email: Katrina Holland
Web:DRI Annual Law Student Diversity Scholarship

Women Lawyers' Association of Greater St. Louis/Linda J. Murphy
Scholarship Fund Deadline: March 26, 2007 (updated 2/26/2007)

Open to part-time or full-time female law students currently enrolled in a Missouri law school who will continue law school enrollment in Fall 2007. This scholarship is intended to recognize students who have dedicated themselves in a significant way to advancing the quality of life and stature in our society of women through community service or otherwise. Selection of recipients is based upon demonstrated commitment to causes that are consistent with the mission of the WLA. Academic achievement and financial need are taken into account to a lesser extent. Students must submit a completed application, personal statement and official/unofficial law school transcript to be considered for scholarship. In an effort to reduce paper volume and photocopies, WLA requires that applications and all accompanying materials be submitted via email. The WLA Scholarship Committee recommends that the entire application packet be scanned as a PDF document and emailed to the address below as an attachment. Award: Ranges from $1,000 to $6,000.

Contact:
Women Lawyers' Association of Greater St. Louis
Attn: Scholarship Committee Chair
Email: WLA Scholarship Committee
Web: WLA Linda J. Murphy Scholarship
WLA Linda J. Murphy Scholarship Application

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. National Education Foundation/Graduate
Scholarship Applications are accepted between September 1st and February 1st with all applications to be received by February 1st (updated 1/11/2007)

Available to graduate women working on a professional degree, masters, doctoral or enrolled in post-doctoral study. Awarded for full-time study for one academic year (Fall-Spring). All applications must be accompanied by three letters of recommendations by: 1. College professor or high school teacher; 2. Minister or community leader and 3. Other. University transcripts must be sent. An essay of 150 words or more to include information about yourself, educational goals and professional aspirations; how this award can help you to achieve these goals and why you should receive this award should be included. See web site for further details and application. Award is not to exceed $2500 per year paid directly to recipient.

Contact:
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Cheryl Williams
National Second Vice President
6322 Bocage Drive
Shreveport, LA 71119
Web: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Scholarship Application

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. National Education Foundation/Nancy B.
Woolridge McGee Graduate Fellowship Applications are accepted between September 1st and February 1st with all applications to be received by February 1st (updated 1/11/2007)

Available to members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. who are pursuing a graduate or professional degree in an accredited college or university. Applicant must have demonstrated scholarly distinction or unusual ability in her chosen field. Awarded for full-time study for the academic year and proof of enrollment is required. All applications must be accompanied by three letters of recommendations by: 1. College professor or high school teacher; 2. Minister or community leader; 3. Other. University transcripts must be sent. An essay of 150 words or more to include information about yourself, educational goals and professional aspirations. How can this award help you to achieve these goals and why you should receive this award should be included. See Web site for application. Award varies from $500 to $1,000 payable to college/university.

Contact:
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Cheryl Williams
National Second Vice President
6322 Bocage Drive
Shreveport, LA 71119
Web: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Scholarship Application

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. National Education Foundation/Deborah Partridge Wolfe International Fellowship Applications are accepted between September 1st and February 1st (updated 1/11/2007)

Available to graduate United States students studying abroad and/or graduate foreign students studying within the United States. Awarded for full-time study for one academic year (Fall-Spring). Documented proof of academic study and plan of program must be sent to the Scholarship Chairperson with signature of school administrator or Program Director. All applications must be accompanied by 3 letters of recommendation by: 1. College professor or high school teacher; 2. Minister or community leader and 3. Other. University transcripts must be sent. An essay of 150 words or more to include information about yourself, educational goals and professional aspirations. See web site for further information. Award: Varies from $500 to $1,000.

Contact:
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
National Educational Foundation
1734 New Hampshire, NW
Washington, DC 20009
Web: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Scholarship Application