Scholarships and Opportunities for Women 2024 - 2025

    • Women in Digital Business (WiDB) Training Program logo
    • Women in Digital Business (WiDB) Training Program 2025

      Are you a woman entrepreneur or aspiring entrepreneur ready to thrive in the digital economy? The Women in Digital Business (WIDB) Training Program 2025 is here to equip you with essential skills, tools, and strategies to digitally transform your business for success. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 19 Dec, 2024

    • Bolanle Olufolake Opeyokun Scholarship Trust Fund logo
    • Bolanle Olufolake Opeyokun Scholarship Trust Fund 2024/2025

      Applications are open for the Bolanle Olufolake Opeyokun Scholarship Trust Fund 2024/2025. The Bolanle Olufolake Opeyokun Scholarship Trust awards scholarships to Nigerian female students in their second year of undergraduate studies at any Nigerian federal university. The scholarship specifically supports students pursuing degrees in Information and Computer Technology (ICT) fields. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 19 Dec, 2024

    • Women Founders Investment Preparedness Program logo
    • Women Founders Investment Preparedness Program 2025 for Canada

      Applications are invited for the Women Founders Investment Preparedness Program 2025. Canada Innovates is proud to work with the Canadian Women's Foundation to host the Women Founders Investment Preparedness program in support of women, gender diverse founders and social purpose organizations navigating preparing for social investment.

      Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2024

    • Academy for Women Entrepreneurs logo
    • Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 2025

      Applications are now open for the 2025 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2024

    • Al4Good Lab logo
    • Al4Good Lab 2025 - Canada Cohort

      Applications are open for the Al4Good Lab 2025 Canada Cohort. The Al4Good Lab is an introductory program to machine learning for women and gender diverse people with some programming background and intermediate to no experience in machine learning. The Lab runs for 7 weeks during the summer and is split into 2 sections (the Bootcamp and Project weeks).

      Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2024

    • Transforming Nigerian Youths Program logo
    • Transforming Nigerian Youths Program 2025

      Applications are open for the Transforming Nigerian Youths Program 2025. SARA BY WEMA, in collaboration with Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), and MasterCard Foundation proudly presents a transformative initiative aimed at equipping Nigerian youths, especially female entrepreneurs, with essential entrepreneurial and managerial skills. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024

    • UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Programme logo
    • UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Programme 2025 for Young Women Scientists in Africa

      Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Programme.  This initiative aims to bridge the persistent gaps on the African continent. It is designed to offer targeted support and focuses on promoting equal opportunities in science, by creating concrete opportunities for young women to become actively involved in various life science disciplines. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2024

    • Lead (H)er Fellowship logo
    • Lead (H)er Fellowship 2025 for Young Women in Africa [Cohort 4]

      The tripartite partnership, YouLead Africa, Plan International and the African Union Office of the Youth Envoy, are delighted to launch the 4th cohort of the Lead(Her Fellowship. This call for Expression of Interest serves as an opportunity for young women leaders based in Eastern, Southern Africa, and the Middle East. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2024

    • Leading African Women in Food Fellowship Program logo
    • Leading African Women in Food Fellowship (LAWFF) Program 2025

      Do you know any woman leading in the Food Ecosystem? If so, African Food Changemakers would love to meet them. AFC is currently accepting nominations for the Leading African Women in Food Fellowship, an ambitious program aimed at amplifying the voices and work of young African women who are making outstanding contributions and impact across the food ecosystem. This initiative will amplify, celebrate, champion and advance the work of successful nominees by providing them with recognition and access to critical resources.

      Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024

    • Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Center Amujae Initiative logo
    • Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Center Amujae Initiative 2024

      Applications for the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Center Amujae Initiative 2024 are now open. Launched by the EJS Center, their mission is clear: to inspire and equip Africa's most talented women to rise unapologetically to the highest levels of public leadership and to bring others along with them. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024

    • Women@Dior & UNESCO Mentorship Program logo
    • Women@Dior & UNESCO Mentorship Program 2025- 2026

      Are you a woman under 30, enrolled full-time in higher education, and eager to grow in leadership and social responsibility? 
      Apply now for the Women@Dior & UNESCO mentorship program!

      Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024

    • African Women's Sustainability Conference logo
    • African Women's Sustainability Conference 2024 (Win up to $5,000)

      Applications are open for the African Women's Sustainability Conference 2024. The African Women's Sustainability Conference, in partnership with the African Union and the United States Department of Commerce, hosted by the FCT, Abuja, will be held on December 11-12, 2024, in Abuja, Nigeria. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024

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Women Scholarship FAQs

 

1. What Are Women Scholarships?

Women scholarships are financial awards specifically designed to support female students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships aim to bridge the gender gap in education, particularly in fields where women have been historically underrepresented, such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), business, and leadership roles.

 

2. Are There Scholarships Specifically for Women in STEM?

Yes, there are numerous scholarships specifically for women pursuing degrees in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Organizations, universities, and governments offer these scholarships to encourage more women to enter and thrive in STEM fields, where they are often underrepresented.

 

3. Are There Scholarships for Women Entrepreneurs?

Yes, there are scholarships and grants specifically for women entrepreneurs. These financial awards aim to support women starting their own businesses or those enrolled in programs related to entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. Many organizations are eager to support women's business ventures through both education and funding.

 

4. How Competitive are Women Scholarships?

Women scholarships can be highly competitive, especially for prestigious awards or in fields with limited opportunities for women. However, the demand for increased representation of women in certain areas means that more scholarships are becoming available. Strong academic performance, leadership skills, and a well-crafted application can increase your chances of success.

 

5. What Organizations Offer Women Scholarships?

Many organizations offer scholarships specifically for women. Some notable organizations include:

 

6. How Can Women Scholarships Help in Career Advancement?

Women scholarships not only provide financial support but can also open doors to networking opportunities, mentorship, internships, and career development programs. Many scholarship providers aim to support women in reaching leadership roles, advancing in their fields, and bridging the gender gap in traditionally male-dominated industries.