WAAW Foundation STEM Scholarships 2021 for African Women

The Working to Advance African Women (WAAW) Foundation is accepting applications for its 2021 STEM Scholarships. This programme supports female undergraduate students of African origin studying Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) courses at universities or colleges across Africa.

Scholarship Value and Eligible Courses

• Value of Award: $500 for the academic year (or its equivalent in local currency), renewable annually upon proof of continued excellent academic performance.
• Application Deadline: November 2, 2020
• Eligible STEM Fields: Agriculture, Aircraft Engineering, Architecture, Biomedical Science, Biochemistry, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Civil Engineering and Urbanism, Computer Science, Construction Technology and Management, Economics, Electronics Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Food Science Technology, Genetics, Geography, Geology, Home Science Nutrition and Dietetics, Industrial Chemistry, IT, Mathematics, Natural Science, Pharmacy, Physics, Statistics, Technology, and Zoology.

Eligibility Criteria

• You must be a female student of African origin, currently living and studying in Africa.
• You must be enrolled in an undergraduate Bachelor's degree programme in a STEM-related course at an African university or college.
• You must be in your first or second year (100L or 200L), or in your third year (300L) if enrolled in a five-year course.
• You must be under the age of 32 years, demonstrate financial need, possess an excellent academic record, and show proven leadership and community volunteering.

Required Application Essays & How to Apply

Before starting your online application, prepare your responses to these four mandatory essay prompts:

1. In 500 words or less, write an essay on your future career goals and how you expect the WAAW Foundation scholarship will assist in fulfilling those goals.
2. In 300 words or less, describe what you believe about female education in Africa and its impact on research, development, or advancement in African economies.
3. In 500 words or less, what is your proudest achievement to date?
4. In ten sentences or less, describe why you need a scholarship, explaining your personal/family financial situation and how the funds will assist your education.

You must also provide the names and contact details of two academic or professional references (reference letters and transcripts are only requested after shortlisting). Submit your application via the WAAW Scholarship online form or visit the WAAW Foundation official website.