The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a national organization that advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research.
AAUW Roanoke Valley Branch funds the following scholarships for women who are:
- Currently enrolled students who will complete high school in the 2023-24 academic year, OR 21 years or older and are high school graduates who have not previously obtained a bachelor’s degree, OR
- High school graduates currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) – The Myrtle and Norman Shifflett Scholarship for Women, OR
- High school graduates who are enrolled in or have graduated from college, who are pursuing a degree in nursing. While not a requirement for application, preference will be given to applicants who are or have been involved with ROTC programs. The Marcie Réne BucklesTickle Scholarship for women.
Eligibility
Any woman matching the eligibility requirements of one of the scholarships listed above and who resides in the Cities of Roanoke or Salem, the Town of Vinton; or the Counties of Roanoke, Botetourt, Craig, or Franklin may apply for a scholarship. Applicants who may qualify for more than one of the scholarships listed above can apply for only one.
Applications
- Applications are available in area high school guidance departments or online at the AAUW Roanoke Valley website at http:/roanokevalley-va.aauw.net. Please follow the directions in the application packet carefully. The following supplemental documents must be included with the completed application:
- Essay, as required by your particular scholarship.
- Copy of official high school or college transcripts; and
- One letter of recommendation. Please include the name and contact number of one other person who knows you well. A person on the committee may call if additional information is needed.
For questions about the scholarship application process, please contact RVAAUW@gmail.com Thank you for your interest. Below is a link to the 2024 application.