AAUW Delaware Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by American Association of University Women Inc

Overview
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) was founded in 1881 to bring together alumnae from different institutions for practical educational work. Reflecting its long-standing commitment to expanding opportunities for women, the Wilmington (DE) Branch has been awarding scholarships since 1914 and has done so without interruption. Each year the Wilmington Branch offers tuition scholarships of varying amounts to women pursuing a baccalaureate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university.

Who the awards serve
The Wilmington (DE) Branch grants annual scholarships intended for a graduating female high school senior or an adult woman who lives in Delaware and plans to attend college.

Eligibility requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Be a resident of New Castle County, Delaware, and either:
- already have a high school diploma, or
- be a senior at a public or private high school — or be home-schooled — in New Castle County and meet the University of Delaware’s admission requirements.
- Submit a completed application by March 8, 2026.

Award details and selection factors
- Awards are applied toward tuition.
- Scholarships are awarded for one academic year (they may be renewable).
- Selection is based on:
- scholastic achievement,
- demonstrated financial need,
- contributions to school and community,
- standardized test results.

Application time and questions
Estimated time to complete the application: 20–25 minutes.
Questions? Email: aauwwilmscholars@gmail.com