The foundation's goal is to help women ages 40 and older get the job skills and education they need to support themselves and their families. Applicants must be U.S. citizens have a demonstrated need for financial aid. They must also be enrolled in an accredited school or technical program within six months of receiving the scholarship.
Priority is given to women who are unemployed or underemployed, who are returning to the workforce after a long absence or are helping raise another family member's children. The scholarship cannot be used to obtain a graduate degree.
Scholarships range from $500 to $5,000. Applicants must provide information about previous education, employment and their educational goals.
For more information, log onto http://www.aarpfoundationwlc.org.
This scholarship is offered to married women who are already attending or wish to attend Minnesota State University. The scholarship is designed for women who have completed some college, but have delayed their education for 10 years or more to help raise a family. Applicants have a household income that is too high to qualify for other financial aid programs.
The foundation gives annual $1,500 scholarships. To apply, include a college transcript, two letters of recommendation, including one from a faculty member and an essay about how the scholarship will help you complete your goals.
For more information, log onto http://www.mnsu.edu/wcenter/scholarships/
This scholarship, which varies in the award amount, is available to women who are returning to college after a five-year gap. It is available to women who are completing the final credits of an undergraduate degree or who are returning for a graduate degree. Priority is given to women who major in teaching, psychology, social work or have an interest in working with handicapped or gifted children.
Applicants must be admitted to Utah State University and enrolled in at least 6 credit hours before applying, and must have earned at least a 2.5 grade-point average in undergrad or a 3.0 in graduate studies. Applications must include a statement outlining your goals, financial need and how your education will benefit you and society.
For more information, log onto http://www.usu.edu/womenscenter/htm/scholarshipcriteria.