Young Women in STEM Scholarship

Young Women in STEM Scholarship
Young Women in STEM Scholarship

Despite progress, women ,especially those from low-income backgrounds are still underrepresented in science and tech. The Young Women in STEM Scholarship awards $5,000 each to three bold, ambitious female students who are ready to break barriers and shape the future of STEM.

Scholarship Details

  • Total Award: $15,000
  • Individual Award: $5,000 (3 winners)
  • Application Deadline: June 11, 2025
  • Winners will be announced on: July 10, 2025

Who can apply?

  • Female-identifying high school seniors or undergraduate students
  • From low-income backgrounds
  • Pursuing a STEM major

Essay Questions (250 words each)

Total length: 750–1,000 words

  1. Tell us about yourself and what drives you. If you could do anything with your life, what would it be?
  2. What excites you about STEM, and how could you positively impact the world through a job in information technology?
  3. What is the biggest challenge you’ve overcome, and how did you get through it?

Selection Criteria

  • Ambition & drive
  • Financial need
  • Strong personal story
  • Boldest Bold.org profile

FAQs

What is the application deadline?

The deadline is June 11, 2025.

When will winners be announced?

Winners will be notified and announced on July 10, 2025.

What qualifies as a STEM major?

Any field within science, technology, engineering, or mathematics—including computer science, biology, physics, chemistry, math, engineering, data science, IT, etc.

What should I write about?

You’ll answer three short essay questions covering your background, passion for STEM, and resilience. Each response should be 250 words.