The Wyandotte-Downriver branch of the American Association of University Women is offering a $2,500 scholarship in 2022, through its foundation, for all eligible applicants.
The deadline to apply is March 31.
“The intent of this scholarship is to provide financial support, including tuition, fees, books and supplies to a Downriver native who is currently enrolled full-time,” said Sheila Blair of Southgate, the Scholarship Committee chairwoman for the foundation.
The scholarship is for the fall semester and will be paid directly to the chosen college or university on behalf of the student.
Applicants must be a US citizen or permanent resident residing in any of the following communities: Allen Park, Brownstown Township, Ecorse, Flat Rock, Gibraltar, Grosse Ile Township, Huron Township, Lincoln Park, Melvindale, River Rouge, Riverview, Rockwood, Romulus , Southgate, Taylor, Trenton, Woodhaven or Wyandotte.
They also must have earned a minimum of 12 college credits and be currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student.
All students who wish to apply for this scholarship should send an email with the subject: “Academic Scholarship” to aauwwd@gmail.com to receive the application form and guidelines.
The application, required essay and a completed copy of the applicant’s transcript must be sent to AAUW-WDF, 12883 Plum, Southgate, MI 48195, or via email to Blair at: aauwwd@gmail.com.