Continuing Education Scholarship

The Continuing Education Scholarship is a financial assistance award for women seeking a degree in preparation for a professional career. One scholarship in the amount of $1000 will be awarded. The scholarship may be used at any university, college or institute offering accredited courses and degrees.

Who is eligible?

Women of any nationality pursuing an advanced degree after receiving their bachelor’s degree, age 23 or older, enrolled in an accredited degree program are eligible. Members of Zonta International are not eligible to apply.

Application Requirements:

  • Demonstrate intent to complete a degree program and/or show satisfactory achievement as recorded on a university/college/institution transcript or acceptance letter.

  • Write a response of no more than 200 words that answers one of the essay questions enclosed with the application.

  • Submit one confidential recommendation from a faculty member, employer, volunteer supervisor, or academic advisor. (Click here to download)

    Members of Zonta International are not eligible to submit recommendations.