Description

In today's world, addressing educational inequality is essential to fostering innovation and progress. Recognizing the potential of women in STEM fields, the MPOWER Financing Women in STEM Scholarship 2025 has been established to empower and support international female students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This scholarship is open to international and DACA students in the United States or Canada who aim to make a significant impact in their fields and society. Here’s everything you need to know about this valuable opportunity!

Why the MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship Matters

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, only 32% of STEM degrees in the U.S. are awarded to women. In engineering and computer science specifically, this percentage drops even further. This gender gap presents a pressing social challenge, which the MPOWER scholarship seeks to address. By financially supporting talented women from around the globe, MPOWER aims to enable them to shape the future of STEM and become role models for others in the field.

Manu Smadja, CEO and co-founder of MPOWER, highlights the importance of this mission: 

“The world may look a lot different if we do a better job enabling female talent to shape technologies transforming healthcare, education, transportation, and more. This scholarship is yet another way to level the playing field.”

Degree Level

MPOWER USA and Canada Women in STEM Scholarships 2025 is available to undertake Masters, PhD, Bachelor level programs at USA Universities, Canada Universities.

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• STEM Field
• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Mathematics

Benefits

The MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship provides financial support annually to selected recipients:

• Grand Prize: $6,000
• Runner-Up: $2,000
• Honorable Mention: $1,000

These scholarships are designed to help reduce the financial barriers to education, allowing women to focus on their studies and career development in STEM.

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to students of all nationalities. (Female Only)

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Enrollment: Be accepted to or currently enrolled in a full-time STEM degree program at an MPOWER-eligible school in the U.S. or Canada.
• Residency Status: 

1. For the U.S.: Applicants must have a valid visa allowing study, be DACA-protected, or hold a U.S. Green Card.
2. For Canada: Applicants must hold a Canadian study permit or permanent residency.

Please note: U.S. citizens studying in the U.S. and Canadian citizens studying in Canada are not eligible for this scholarship.

Application Procedure

Applying for this scholarship is a straightforward process. The application deadline is December 31, 2024. Here’s a step-by-step guide to applying:

• Check Your Eligibility: Make sure you meet all the eligibility criteria.
• Submit an Application: Complete the application form available on the MPOWER website.
• Write an Essay: Describe how your STEM education will benefit society and how you plan to use your degree to inspire and advocate for other women in STEM.

How the MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship Impacts Future Leaders

Past recipients of the MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship have gone on to become advocates and leaders in their respective fields, inspiring other women to pursue STEM careers. This scholarship doesn’t just provide financial support – it also represents a commitment to closing the gender gap in science and technology. By investing in women from diverse backgrounds, MPOWER is empowering the next generation of STEM leaders who will drive global innovation.