A 50-year History of Championing Women in Science
Founded in 1971, AWIS has been the leading advocate for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to achieve business growth, social change, and innovation. With over 30 grassroots chapters, we are dedicated to driving excellence in STEM by achieving equity and full participation of women.
Our Mission:
To ensure that all women in science can achieve their full potential. AWIS champions the interests of women in science across all disciplines and employment sectors.
Our Vision:
To be the voice for driving change and equity for all women in science.
Award Categories
These awards recognize AWIS members who are making significant contributions to increasing workplace diversity, promoting women into leadership positions, and advocating for more inclusive practices in STEM.Spark Award
Highlights a student or early career leader in STEM who is a visible and vocal advocate for diversity and inclusive scientific practices. Up to 10 years of experience
Meridian Award
Recognizes a mid-career professional whose diversity and inclusion efforts represent a true leader in the pursuit of workplace equity. 10-20 years of experience
Zenith Award
Honors senior career professional’s lifetime of innovative achievements and commitment to workplace diversity in STEM. 20+ years of experience
Advancing Women in Science
Awards and scholarships provide visibility and recognition of the contributions of brilliant scientists. They also offer role models and encouragement to the next generation.
AWIS Distinguished Doctoral Research Scholarship
Awarded to an AWIS member whose dissertation research project is judged likely to make important and original contributions to their field. This $10,000 award is intended for a pre-doctoral student in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Mathematics or Engineering who is a woman expecting to graduate within 2 years of the application deadline.
AWIS Opportunity Scholarships for Career Re-entry
Up to two women (AWIS members with a bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field) will receive individual awards of $2,500 to be used for expenses that will support and enable return to a STEM career after being out of the workforce for more than one year. Scholarships may be used for job search fees, technology needs, commuting, family care, additional education, participation in an incubator, or start-up fees for a scientific innovation or product.
Undergraduate Scholarships
(New Award for 2024) |
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This scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded to a college undergraduate in her Freshman through Junior year whose field of study will be one of the sciences recognized by the National Science Foundation and continues Dr. Schechtman's dreams of scientific progress. | Up to four scholarships of $2,000 will be awarded to a college undergraduate in her Freshman through Junior year whose parents and/or guardians did not complete a 4-year college degree and whose field of study will be one of the sciences recognized by the National Science Foundation. |
Process
1. Register
Register with AWIS.
2. Login
Login to the award with your AWIS member credentials.
3. Create
Create your online application.
4. Save
During the Call for Applications period, your application can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed and attachments uploaded. As each section is complete, you will see a appear in the category tab when the application is saved. At any time, you can download and print your application by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section.
5. Submit
On completion, save your application as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your application for your records by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section in the right column. Note: If an update is required prior to the Call for Applications period, you can make the update and resave as FINAL.
If you require assistance or additional information, please contact the Award Administrator.
AWIS Member Login
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Key Dates
CONTACT US
Association for Women in Science1629 K Street, Suite 300,
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: (202) 827-9798
Email: awis@awis.org