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Opportunities for women are specialized scholarships, grants, and programs dedicated to empowering and supporting the educational, entrepreneurial, and professional advancement of women. These opportunities are designed to address gender gaps and foster leadership for women at all stages of their academic and professional careers, from undergraduate students to senior executives.
Find a curated list of opportunities dedicated to empowering women from around the world here.
The Odlum Brown Pitch Program 2025/2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 03 Oct, 2025
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2025
The FAWE/Mastercard Technical and Vocational Education and Training Bursary Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2025
The Lancaster University Management School MBA Scholarships 2026 are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 29 Sep, 2025
The Asia Foundation Development Fellows Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and learn more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 29 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2025–2026 Mentoring Women in Business Program are now being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The Devosta Microsoft 365 Exchange Engineer Program 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The WiSER Pioneers Program for Emerging Female Leaders in Sustainability is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
Do you own a business as a woman? The Women Advancing Venture and Entrepreneurship Competition (WAVE) 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 24 Sep, 2025
Are you an IT woman entrepreneur? Applications are currently available for the Aurora Tech Award 2025. It is recommended that candidates click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2025 BILL & Entreprenista Media Sweepstakes are currently being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2025
The Asian University for Women Scholarship is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 18 Sep, 2025
Are you a young African woman who is fervently committed to responsibility, justice, and peace? The Researchers Without Borders (REWiB) Training Program 2025 is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here for additional information and to apply.
Date Posted: 17 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2025 Pauline Bakibimga Memorial Scholarship Program are now being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 16 Sep, 2025
The WomenLift Health East Africa Leadership Journey Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 13 Sep, 2025
The 2026 AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The Young Women for Biosecurity Fellowship 2025 application is now available. Candidates are encouraged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
Are you a woman in tech? The InDrive Aurora Tech Award for Female IT Founders 2026 is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit here for additional information and to apply.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2025
For the Giving Joy Grants 2025, applications are now being accepted. If you are a woman entrepreneur, business owner, non-profit leader, or have an idea for a company or organization, you are urged to click here to learn more and apply.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2025
Are you the owner of a new business? There is still time to apply for the Startup Canada Equal Slice 2025 Virtual Pitch Competition. It is recommended that candidates click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2025
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:
The P.E.O. Sisterhood
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
The Margaret McNamara Education Grants
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.