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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 AAUW Community Action Grants 2026 are now accepting applications. Women in particular who want to gain practical experience from women in STEM fields and develop their confidence, talents, and sense of self are invited to apply. To find out more about this opportunity, click here.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2025
Women in all academic disciplines, including science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and those studying gender issues, are urged to apply for the AAUW American Dissertation Fellowship 2026. To find out more about this opportunity, click here.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2025
Application are open for the Poker Power x IFW "Power Play" Small business Grant 2025. Click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the AAUW American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship 2026. The American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship increases the number of women in tenure-track faculty positions and promotes gender equity for women in higher education by providing funding to women in academia to pursue independent research over the course of a year.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Application for the Women in STEM Scholarship are ongoing. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Are you a young female entrepreneur,with essential entrepreneurial and managerial skills? Apply now for the SERA BY WEMA Transforming Nigeria Youth Cohorts 3 Program.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the StitchCrew Vesting Women Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Are you a woman entrepreneur, founder, or small business owner with a bold vision and big dreams in the US? Apply for the Chasm Business Grant for Women - August 2025. The Chasm Business Grant is here to support ambitious women like you with funding to help take your business to the next level!
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 AAUW's International Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 CFA Society Nigeria Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Women in Investment Management (WIM) Scholarship.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 WomHub Female Funding Fit Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
Are you inspired by a woman who is making a significant impact in Canada's renewable energy industry? Now is the time to honor her achievements!
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Jacaranda FM Her Perfect Pitch. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Aug, 2025
The FORCE Grant™ is a funding opportunity designed to support women founders 40+ who are actively growing impact-driven, revenue-generating businesses. Whether you're refining operations, expanding your reach, or investing in tools to scale this grant is built to help you move forward with clarity and momentum.
Date Posted: 09 Aug, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the eosera® Foundation Pitch Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 African Women in Digital Health (AWiDH) mentorship program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 AWJP/DW Akademie Gender + AI Fellowship. Click her to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Julius Berger Nigeria Scholarship Scheme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 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.