Application Period/Due Date: September 1st - February 15th

Criteria:

Awarded to female students over the age of 35 who have demonstrated noteworthy promise and resilience in the face of challenges and must also demonstrate a commitment to helping others and to making a difference in their community, large or small, when their own career goals are achieved.

Eligibility:

1. Must be a woman who is 35 years old by December 31, 2024 (birth date no later than December 31, 1989). 

2. Must be pursuing her FIRST Associate or Bachelor's degree and have earned at least 12 credits in good standing.

3. Attended a college in New York City during the 2024 academic year and be enrolled for at least 6 credits in the 2025 academic year.

4. Have at least 9 credits to complete graduation requirements AFTER June 2025.

5. If completing an Associate degree in June 2025, must then provide evidence of admission to a Bachelor's degree program.

6. Complete an additional semester of 6 or more credits within twelve months of receiving the Award (at an NYC college/university), i.e., by June 2026.

Documentation to be Submitted:

1. Transcript.

2. Two short essays (no more than 500 words) on each of the following:

   1. Career Goals and Motivation

   2. Personal History

3. Financial Information

4. Two Letters of References

Link:

https://www.womensforumny.org/apply/

Contact application@womensforumny.org with any questions regarding this program.