Amount: $20,000
Deadline: November 15
Level: graduate
Renewable: No
About
The P.E.O. Scholar Awards recognize women who are pursuing a doctoral degree and demonstrate excellence and potential in their chosen field. The application requires extensive essays, including a detailed research proposal and personal statement.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US, Canada
- GPA: none
- Demographic: women
- Women who are citizens of the U.S. or Canada, who are pursuing a doctoral degree. Must be nominated by a local P.E.O. chapter.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essays (personal statement, research proposal)
- Official transcript
- Recommendation letters
- Nomination
Timeline
Chapter nomination deadline September 1. Applicant deadline November 15. Winners notified April.
Tips
Your essays should be highly detailed, well-researched, and articulate your academic and career goals clearly. Highlight your unique contributions to your field and your leadership potential. Seek a strong nomination from a P.E.O. chapter.