Catherine Braun
2009 Scholarship Recipient

Meet the 2010 recipients
Scholarship photos by Justin Jones

 

 

 

1. Review the Eligibility Requirements before submitting the application.

2. Submit an Online Application 

The application process for 2010 is now closed.
Applications for 2011 will be accepted starting in December 2010.

3. Assemble the following documents (in electronic format):

i A resume summarizing past employment, extracurricular activities and honors or other recognition received as an undergraduate or graduate student. Include organizations, both professional and social; special activities; sports; committees, community activities in which you have participated. Please be specific in describing your role.

ii. An essay of no more than 1,000 words addressing the following:

  • The area of business you expect to study and your reason for choosing this field;

  • How your goals and FWA goals align including how the FWA's mission of supporting women in finance will help you achieve those goals;

  • How your business education fits your life/career goals;

  • Why you believe you deserve this scholarship;

iii. A complete transcript from your current university or college, and your undergraduate transcript if you are entering a graduate program, and

iv. A copy of your completed detailed (not summary) FAFSA (Federal Application for Student Aid) which can be found at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

We are aware that international students are not eligible for federal dollars and typically do not complete this form, however, our process requires it. The purpose of this information is to support our evaluation of  your financial need.

v. Two letters of recommendation which must be sent directly from the writer:

  1. One from a professor or advisor familiar with your work; and

  2. One from a client or employer

These letters should be emailed to : . Please make sure your name is included in the subject line of the email.

vi. A current photo. This photo will be attached to your application and used during interviews to connect names with faces.  In the event that you are selected to be a scholarship recipient this photo will be posted on our website as part of an announcement.

You may want to refer to the Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

3. Upload the documents onto the website.

As you submit your application you will be given instructions on how to login to the website and upload the required supporting documents.  All documents will need to be provided in electronic format.

Due Date: 

Fully completed applications are due by March 15, 2011 .

If you have questions please call us at (415) 586-8599 or email at:  

 


 

The deadline for 2011 scholarship applications is March 15, 2011.

For eligibility requirements see the program overview page.

Scholarship application  Frequently Asked Questions
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Questions? Call (415) 586-8599 or email .

       

 

 

 

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