Applications are now being accepted for all scholarships listed below for the 2009-2010 academic year. Completed applications must be postmarked or e-mailed by May 15. Awards will be made by mid-June, and funds will be sent to the recipients' school in July 2009. Only the scholarship recipients will be notified.

NOTE: All scholarships are subject to availability of funds.

The following scholarships are offered for the 2009-2010 academic year:

The Kathryn M. Daugherty Education Scholarship provides financial assistance to individuals majoring in education, with preference given to elementary education. This is a three-year scholarship providing funds each year for three years. The scholarship is awarded for the student's sophomore year (minimum $1,000) and continues through the student's junior and senior years in college ($250 per year subject to the availability of funds), providing the original criteria continue to be met. A 3.0 or better grade point average must be maintained to remain eligible. See eligibility requirements.

The Barbara Clark Scholarship provides college scholarships in any chosen field of study with the greatest possible flexibility for dedicated students who may not have obtained the academic level usually required for grants. This scholarship is for a minimum of $1,000 for the 2009-2010 academic year. See eligibility requirements.

The Charles County/Margaret Brent BPWs Scholarship provides funds to women who are residents of Calvert, Charles, or St. Mary's Counties to pursue a college education. Applicants may use the funds to attend part time or full time any accredited post seconddary instiution. The scholarship is for a minimum of $1,000 for the 2009-2010 academic year. See eligibility requirements.

The Florence A. Finlayson Scholarship is for Maryland residents majoring in business administration. This scholarship provides a maximum of $200 for the 2009-2010 academic year. See eligibility requirements.

The D. Anita Small Science & Business Scholarship provides funds to women, age 21 or over, who are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program such as math, engineering, physical sciences, computer sciences, medical sciences, or a business-related field. This scholarship is for a maximum of $1,000 per academic year. See eligibility requirements.

The Barbara F. Hiltner Scholarship is for residents of Frederick, Maryland. Applicants must be majoring in business or finance. This scholarship is for a maxiumu of $375 per academic year. See eligibility requirements.

Download the scholarship application form:
Scholarship Application: PDF file
Scholarship Application: MS Word file

For more information on scholarships offered by BPWF/MD, contact:
Pat Schroeder, Scholarship Chair
410-326-0167
rodschroeder@comcast.net

For information on scholarships offered by BPW/MD Local Organizations, check our Scholarship Directory.