P.E.O. Scholar Awards
The P.E.O. Scholar Awards from UBC support women doctoral students with demonstrated research excellence and leadership across diverse academic fields.
Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates: November 20, 2026 (Chapter nomination deadline; nominations accepted annually Aug 20–Nov 20)
Funding Amounts: $15,000 one-time award; partial support for doctoral study and research
Summary: Merit-based award recognizing and supporting academic excellence among women pursuing doctoral-level studies.
Key Information: Nomination by a local P.E.O. chapter is required before application.
Description
The P.E.O. Scholar Awards provide a one-time, competitive, merit-based grant of $15,000 to women pursuing doctoral-level studies at accredited universities in the U.S. or Canada. The award aims to recognize academic excellence, leadership, and the potential for significant contributions in diverse fields such as research, medicine, law, the arts, international economics, and more. Recipients are selected based on achievements, scholarly activities, and recommendations.
