What are the eligibility criteria for the Career Development Grants?

Modified on Fri, 7 Aug at 12:02 PM

Applicants must identify as a woman.
Applicants must:
Have applied or been accepted to a certificate or training program in a field where women are underrepresented and comprise less than 50% of the workforce; OR
Be currently employed in a field where women comprise less than 50% of senior leadership positions if pursuing executive leadership or management training.
Programs must be offered by accredited or licensed institutions or be recognized by industry standards, and lead to professional advancement or employment in the applicant’s chosen field.
Applicants must hold at least an associate’s degree or higher.
Applicants whose accredited certificate or training programs directly prepare them for industry-recognized certification may receive priority consideration, depending on the strength of their application and alignment with program goals.
AAUW Alumnae applying for this award must have adhered to all program requirements during their award year and submitted their final report to AAUW.

Citizenship and Immigration Status

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents from the 50 States, District of Columbia, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, United States Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, or any other territory of the United States.