Scholarship Opportunity

Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grant

Offered by Jeannette Rankin Foundation

The Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grant provides unrestricted, non-tuition financial support to women and nonbinary students age 35 and older who demonstrate financial need and are pursuing technical or vocational education, a first associate degree, or a first bachelor's degree at an accredited U.S. institution.

EssayRequired
RenewableYes
Grade LevelAdult Learner, Trade School Student, Community College Student, Undergraduate Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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2027 Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grant

OpensNovember 1, 2026
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Identify as a woman or nonbinary student.
  • Be age 35 or older.
  • Demonstrate financial need.
  • Pursue technical or vocational education, a first associate degree, or a first bachelor's degree.
  • Attend an accredited U.S. institution.
  • Meet all additional income and program requirements established for the applicable application cycle.

Requirements

  • Complete the Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grant application.
  • Complete the required essay responses.
  • Provide information demonstrating financial need.
  • Submit the required recommendation letter.
  • Provide educational and enrollment information.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the Foundation's eligibility survey.
  2. 2Review the complete application and current income requirements.
  3. 3Prepare the required essay responses before entering them into the application portal.
  4. 4Request the required recommendation.
  5. 5Complete the online application.
  6. 6Submit all application materials and the recommendation by the annual deadline.

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