The American Association of University Women provides grants and scholarships for women in higher education seeking funding for a variety of educational needs including study abroad grants and scholarships. The selection process is competitive but will provide substantial sums to those selected (from $500-$30,000). Most funding opportunities serve graduate student research; however, some funding sources serve undergraduates who plan to seek advanced degrees.
The Diversity Abroad website offers a variety of ways to search for scholarship and grant opportunities for minority students. A search engine allows you to tailor your search to your specific academic needs, and stay updated with the newest developments in grant and scholarship information. It's important to remember that women are still considered a social minority in American culture, so applying to minority-based scholarships will often yield fruitful results. Visit the diversity abroad website at http://www.diversityabroad.com.
The International Federation of University of Women is an organization that supports women in higher education from all countries and regions. Joining this organization will give you the opportunity to apply for grants and scholarships designed to help women locate appropriate funding for their educational needs. The Jeannette Rankin Women's Scholarship fund offers scholarship opportunities to women who 35 and older who are in need of educational funding, some of which can be used to support study abroad endeavors.