The Nancy Watten Continuing Education Scholarship

The application process is now closed and documents will no longer be accepted.

                         Deadline for application: Monday, March 18, 2024

Each year AAUW North Dallas raises money to fund a local scholarship. The amount of money awarded depends on the success of money-raising efforts and the number of applications. The amount is usually between $500 and $2,000.

This scholarship is intended to lend support to women who have stopped or delayed their education for a period of time, but are returning to college to complete an undergraduate degree. If you know of a student who you believe would be a good candidate, please encourage her to apply. If you believe you are a good candidate yourself, check out the scholarship information/application below.

Scholarship requirements:

• Woman who stopped or delayed her education for a period of time.
• Will enroll in an associate’s or bachelor’s degree program no later than the fall of the application deadline year.
• Will attend an accredited educational institution within the Greater Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex or resides in the Greater Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
• Has not previously completed a bachelor’s degree.

Applicants from previous years, including successful applicants, are welcome to re-apply. Applications will be considered on the basis of merit and financial need. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Charitable Contributions

If you would like to support this scholarship with a financial contribution, please go to our Support Us page.

Updated: January 17, 2023