2025 Scholarships

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One of the primary community services of Network is the annual scholarship program. For more than 20 years, Network has provided monetary support to women who would not ordinarily be able to afford educational programs. The objective of the Network of Executive Women scholarship awards is to offer scholarships to women in need of financial assistance for educational undergraduate degrees, retraining, or certification purposes thereby enabling them to find meaningful employment, better their present position, or re-enter the work force. Despite the incredible demands made on these women, they commit themselves to furthering their education in pursuit of a better life for themselves and their families.

Applicants must meet all the following requirements:

• Be at an undergraduate level, but not transitioning from high school to college.
• Be enrolled at an accredited school in New Haven or Fairfield Counties.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be enrolled, continuing, or returning to school to further their educational goals or training to enhance their job skills.

DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, February 21, 2025, at 5 PM Eastern Time.

PLEASE NOTE: This scholarship is NOT open to high school graduates or students who have continuously schooled since high school. The program is designed for women who have had their education interrupted or delayed, never had the opportunity to pursue high education, or otherwise need additional credentialing to advance in their career. Most of our candidates are working women in mid-life, attending school part time or full time to further their career and earning potential.

Scholarships are funded through NEW sponsored events, member participation and private donations. 

Scholarship finalists will be interviewed by the NEW Scholarship Committee and awards will be presented in the spring.