[American Association of University Women](https://www.aauw.org)

September 30, 2026

One-time awards; typical stipends vary by program, disbursed directly to recipients; funds may be used for tuition, living, and dependent care costs.

Supports women’s academic, research, and professional advancement through competitive fellowships and grants.

--- ## Description The American Association of University Women (AAUW) offers a portfolio of fellowships and grants to support women pursuing academic, research, and professional opportunities across disciplines and career stages. These awards are intended to foster educational advancement, leadership, and community impact, and recipients join a distinguished network of alumnae. Funding is provided as a one-time award, with stipends disbursed directly to individuals for use on educational expenses, living costs, and dependent care during the official award period. Recipients are required to submit progress and final reports and are encouraged to remain engaged with AAUW after completing their award. --- ## Due Dates - September 30, 2026: Application deadline — recommendation letters and all application materials must be submitted by this date --- ## Funding Amount - Awards are one-time stipends; typical amounts and durations vary by fellowship or grant program. - Stipends are generally disbursed in two equal payments: at the start and midpoint of the award year (July 1–June 30). - Funds may be used for tuition, fees, required course materials, living expenses, and dependent care. - No additional funding or renewals; awards are fixed for the term. --- ## Eligibility - Open to women pursuing academic, research, or professional opportunities. - Eligibility criteria and host institution requirements vary by program: - Some fellowships (e.g., American, International, Selected Professions) require the host institution to be accredited in the U.S. or recognized as eligible for U.S. federal student aid. - Applicants may only receive one AAUW fellowship or grant in their lifetime (with limited exceptions for International Fellowship alumnae). - All required documents, including official transcripts and recommendation letters, must be submitted by the deadline; incomplete or late applications will not be reviewed. - International applicants and those needing accommodations are encouraged to inquire about eligibility and support. --- ## Application Process - Review specific program eligibility and application requirements on the AAUW website. - Prepare and submit all required materials (including official transcripts and recommendation letters) by September 30, 2026. - No changes can be made to applications after submission. - Applications are reviewed for eligibility and evaluated by expert panels; no interviews are conducted. - Award decisions are typically announced by April 15 of the following year. - Awardees may be required to provide additional documentation before the award is finalized. --- ## Additional Information - Awardees must submit progress and final reports during the fellowship or grant year. - Awards are not renewable, except for a limited number of two-year International Fellowships for master’s students. - AAUW does not coordinate with institutions regarding payments; stipends are paid directly to recipients. - Funds must be used within the official award term (July 1–June 30). - Recipients may accept other sources of funding. - Tax implications may apply; AAUW does not provide tax advice. --- ## External Links - [AAUW Fellowships & Grants FAQ](https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants/funding-opportunities/frequently-asked-questions/) - [AAUW Funding Opportunities Overview](https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants/funding-opportunities/) - [AAUW Contact Page](https://www.aauw.org/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|-----------------------------------------| | Phone | 202.785.7700 | | Email | [fellowships@aauw.org](mailto:fellowships@aauw.org) (for applicant support and accommodations) | | Website | [https://www.aauw.org](https://www.aauw.org) | | Contact Form| [AAUW Contact Page](https://www.aauw.org/contact-us/) |

Fellowships and Grants - American Association of University Women

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