The Northwestern University graduate school offers annual grants for adult students seeking advanced degrees in highly developed technology and engineering. Subjects include artificial intelligence, biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, computer science, engineering, physics and mathematics. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have maintained an undergraduate and graduate grade-point average of 3.5 or higher and have enrolled full time in a master's or doctoral program in natural sciences or engineering. The $10,000 grants are awarded each spring quarter for the next term. Applications are available at the website.
Northwestern University
The Graduate School
633 Clark St., Crown 1-502
Evanston, IL 60208
847-491-7332
tgs.northwestern.edu
The Geological Society of America offers research grants for adult students studying the geological sciences. These awards are open to students attending universities in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Central America. Applicants must be members of the society, be majoring in earth science with geologic aspects and have valid e-mail addresses. The society encourages minorities, women and persons with disabilities to apply. Applications are available at the website.
Geological Society of America
Grants, Awards and Recognition
P.O. Box 9140
Boulder, CO 80301
303-357-1028
geosociety.org
The American Association of University Women offers career development grants to help professionals further their career goals and aspirations. This grant is for women with bachelor’s degrees and a desire to enhance their careers, change their careers or re-enter the work force. Minorities and women seeking advanced degrees in nontraditional fields receive special consideration. Typical awards range from $2,000 to $12,000. Deadlines are on the website. Brochures are available on request.
American Association of University Women
Dept. 60
301 ACT Drive
Iowa City, IA 52243
319-337-1716, ext. 60
aauw.org