AAUW-State College Merit-Based STEM Scholarship
Scholarship awards fund the cost for recipients to attend a Science-U day camp of their choice!
The State College Branch of the American Association of University Women annually sponsors scholarships to Science-U day camps for girls and young women in Centre County. The mission of AAUW is to advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education and advocacy. More information about the State College Branch of the AAUW may be found at its website: www.aauwstatecollege.org.
Who is eligible:
- Girls and young women aged 11-17
- Residence in, or attendance at a school, in Centre County, Pennsylvania
Selection Criteria:
- Sincere interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Math (STEM)
- Demonstration of a positive attitude and strength of character
- Motivation to learn about STEM and academic effort
Scholarship Timeline:
- All materials are due by January 16, 2026
- Scholarship applications will be reviewed by the AAUW State College Branch STEM Committee
- Applicants will be notified by January 30, 2026, which is before Science-U registration opens in February
Links to Scholarship Documents:
2026 AAUW Scholarship Information
Mentor/Teacher Recommendation Form
To receive this application in an alternate form, questions, or more information, contact the Science-U office at: sciencecamps@science.psu.edu.
Quotes from past AAUW Scholarship Recipients:
As a scholarship recipient, I feel empowered to advocate for accessible science education in my own community. Ultimately, AAUW and Science-U gave me the confidence to pursue post-secondary studies in medicine and elevated my passion for STEM leadership.
