Since 2003, L'Oreal Cosmetics has provided international and United States fellowships for women in science annually. The international fellowship grants one $10,000 award and 15 awards of up to $40,000 each. The U.S. fellowship grants five awards of up to $60,000 each, and recipients must use the money for postdoctoral research. The scientific disciplines eligible are earth science, all areas of chemistry, life, physical/material and computer science. Other disciplines include engineering, mathematics, technology and medical research. Applications can be filled out on-line at Loreal's website.
L'Oréal USA
575 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10017
212-818-1500
lorealusa.com
For the past 35 years, the Association for Women in Science (AWIS) Educational Committee has been awarding scholarships for undergraduate and graduate women studying science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Currently, the organization provides about 25 awards totaling between $15,000 and $20,000 a year. General criteria are that the candidate is an American citizen or is attending a school within the United States, is a current student within one of the majors, is applying for the award for the first time and is planning a science-based career (research or teaching included). There are two categories of undergraduate scholarships and four under the graduate scholarship category.
Association for Women in Science
1442 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-372-4380
awis.org
For undergraduate women attending the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, the Brickman Conservation Scholarship is offered through the Department of Biological Sciences. Requirements are a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, a declared major of biological sciences or conservation and environmental science, and demonstrated financial need. Applicants can renew the award and must write a one-page paper describing their interests and career objectives within their field. Students apply through the school's department.
University of Wisconsin--Milwaukee
Department of Biological Sciences
Lapham Hall S181
P.O. Box 413
3209 N. Maryland Ave.
414-229-4214
uwm.edu/letsci