AAUW Fellowships & Grants

Published on April 18, 2025

AAUW Fellowships and Resources

Advancing gender equity through education and advocacy. 

Since 1888, AAUW has been one of the largest funders of women's graduate education, investing in women who go on to change the world. 

American Fellowships: supports women scholars pursuing full-time study to complete dissertations, conduct postdoctoral research, or prepare research for publication over eight consecutive weweks. 

Career Development Grants: supports the career progression of women by funding women preparing to advance or change careers or re-enter the workforce. Primary consideration is given to women pursuing their first advanced degree or credentials in education, health and medicine, science, technology, engineering and math, and social sciences. Grants are available to support full-time or part-time coursework such as a second bachelor's or first master's degree, a certification program,or specialized training in these fields. 

Community Action Grants: provdes funding to AAUW branches and community-based nonprofits for programs that promote education and equity for women and girls. 

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