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

October 2026 (application deadline) | December 2026 (interim report) | July 2027 (final report)

$20,000 stipend, disbursed in two equal payments over one year

Supports women pursuing their first full-time master’s or professional degree in underrepresented fields such as STEM, architecture, and medicine.

--- ## Description This fellowship program is designed to support women who are pursuing their first full-time master’s or professional degree in fields where female participation has been historically low, including architecture, natural and physical sciences, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine. The fellowship aims to foster academic excellence, clearly defined STEM career goals, commitment to advancing equity in STEM, and service to under-resourced communities. Fellows must be enrolled full-time at accredited U.S. institutions and are selected through a competitive review process. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026: Application submission deadline (anticipated) - December 2026: Interim report deadline (anticipated) - July 2027: Final report deadline (anticipated) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each fellowship provides a $20,000 stipend. - Stipends are paid in two equal installments: at the start and midpoint of the fellowship term. - The fellowship term typically runs for one academic year. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must identify as a woman. - Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. - Must be pursuing their first full-time master’s or professional degree at an accredited U.S. institution (or eligible international institution). - Eligible fields: - Architecture (M.Arch, MS in Architecture) - Natural and Physical Sciences (e.g., MS in Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, etc.) - Technology (e.g., MS in Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity, etc.) - Engineering (MS, M.Eng in a range of engineering disciplines) - Mathematics (MS in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, etc.) - Medicine (MD, DO, DDS, DMD, OD, DC, DPM) - Applicants must not already hold a master’s or professional degree. - Must begin program on or before September 1, 2027 and complete it on or after April 30, 2028. - Disqualifications: Current or former AAUW Board members, employees, review panelists, their immediate families, applicants for another national AAUW fellowship/grant in the same year, or previous national AAUW fellowship/grant recipients (except Community Action Grants or local awards). --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [AAUW Fellowships & Grants Application Portal](https://aauw.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new). - Required materials: - Narrative application - Two letters of recommendation (professional email addresses required) - Proof of all degrees earned (with certified English translations if not in English) - Official transcripts for all degrees - For architecture applicants: 4–6 design project samples - Applications must be complete by the deadline; late or incomplete submissions are not reviewed. - Selection is based on academic excellence, career goals, commitment to equity in STEM, and service to under-resourced communities. --- ## Additional Information - Fellowship funds may be used for tuition, fees, required course expenses, and living expenses (including childcare). - Funds cannot be used for research assistants, debt repayment, publication costs, institutional overhead, or dependents’ tuition. - Fellows are responsible for any tax liability associated with the award. - Awardees must accept the award formally and complete all required reporting. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Selected Professions Fellowship Program](https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants/current-opportunities/selected-professions-fellowship-program/) - [Application Portal](https://aauw.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new) - [Application Instructions (PDF)](https://www.aauw.org/app/uploads/2025/07/Fluxx-Instructions-for-Prospective-Applicants-1-1.pdf) - [Contact AAUW Awards Team](mailto:awards@aauw.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------| | Funder Website | [https://www.aauw.org](https://www.aauw.org) | | Program Contact | [awards@aauw.org](mailto:awards@aauw.org) | | Phone | 202.785.7700 | | General Contact | [AAUW Contact Page](https://www.aauw.org/contact-us/) |

Selected Professions Fellowship Program - American Association of University Women

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