Alice T. Schafer Mathematics Prize
The Alice T. Schafer Mathematics Prize honors undergraduate women for outstanding excellence and achievement in mathematics, recognizing diverse backgrounds and contributions to the field.
Funder: Association for Women in Mathematics
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (nomination period opens) | September 15, 2026 (nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 prize per recipient; up to three recipients annually; includes honorary certificate.
Summary: Recognizes undergraduate women for outstanding achievement and excellence in mathematics, celebrating diverse backgrounds and paths to success.
Description
The Alice T. Schafer Mathematics Prize, established by the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) in 1990, honors undergraduate women who have demonstrated exceptional excellence in mathematics. The award is named after Alice T. Schafer, a pioneering mathematician and advocate for women in the field. The prize aims to broaden the traditional definition of mathematical excellence by recognizing talented women from a diverse range of institutions and backgrounds. Recipients are selected based on advanced mathematical performance, growth, perseverance, and contributions through independent or collaborative work. The award is intended to encourage and support gifted women as they enter the mathematical community.
