AAUW

The Downers Grove Area Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) announces a $1,500-$3,000 Back-to-the-Books Scholarships. Eligible applicants must reside in the postal districts of Downers Grove, Westmont, Darien, Woodridge or Lisle, have returned to college after an absence of three or more years and are within two years of completing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university. Women who are full time students and within two years of degree completion may apply and qualify for $3,000. Women who are half time students and within one year of degree completion may apply and qualify for $1,500. Women who are full time students within one year of completing an Associate degree may apply and qualify for $1,500 or if a half time student may qualify for $750.

Other criteria include professional or vocational goals, financial need, educational achievement, volunteer activity, and employment history. The scholarship may be used in conjunction with other financial aid.