MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
If you’re an ambitious woman pursuing a STEM degree in North America, the MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship is now open—applications are accepted through July 31, 2025! Seize this opportunity to get financial support on your journey to becoming a global leader in science and technology.
📘 Scholarship Summary
Location: United States or Canada
Host Institution: Any full-time STEM program at an MPOWER-eligible school
Study Level: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD
Target Group: Female international or DACA students (not U.S. citizens studying in the U.S. or Canadian citizens studying in Canada)
Fields of Study: Any STEM discipline (science, technology, engineering, mathematics)—excluding medical or nursing programs
Award Value:
Grand Prize: USD 6,000
Runner-Up: USD 2,000
Honorable Mention: USD 1,000
Award Duration: Single academic year grant
Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
Eligible To: Female international or DACA students enrolled or accepted to study full-time in a STEM degree program (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD)
🎓 Scholarship Overview
MPOWER Financing launched this annual Women in STEM Scholarship as part of its mission to close the gender gap in science and engineering, where only roughly 20–32 % of degrees are awarded to women in fields like engineering and computer science.
Winners have included environmental health PhD students tackling air pollution in Africa, and innovation management master’s students who are mentoring STEM aspirants
🎁 Benefits
No loan requirement: You don’t need to be an MPOWER borrower to apply
Women-specific: Tailored exclusively to uplift women in STEM
Significant funding: Up to USD 6,000 can go directly toward tuition and educational expenses
Visibility & impact: Opportunity to become a role model and advocate for women in STEM
Networking & exposure: Join a community of high-achieving international STEM scholars
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Gender & Citizenship: Self-identify as female; be an international student or DACA in the U.S., or hold Canadian permanent residency or a study permit
Enrollment Status: Accepted or enrolled full-time in an MPOWER-supported STEM program at a university in the U.S. or Canada
Field of Study: Pursuing a degree in science, engineering, technology, or mathematics (excluding medical/nursing)
Minimum Age: At least 18 years old
Essay: Submit a compelling 200–500 word essay detailing how you'll advance STEM in the next decade and uplift women in the field
📝 Application Procedure
Online application form with personal details, school, immigration status, etc.
Required documents:
Admission letter or transcript
Proof of citizenship, gender, and immigration status (e.g., passport, study visa, DACA status)
Essay submission (200–500 words) on leadership, impact, and STEM goals
Submission confirmation, then await the selection outcome
📝 Selection Process
Evaluation of essays for clarity, vision, and demonstrated impact
Academic credentials or professional achievements considered
Impact potential via STEM research or innovations that benefit people and/or the planet
Role model evidence: past advocacy, mentorship, or leadership aimed at empowering women in STEM
Final decision by MPOWER CEO & committee, with winners notified and funds disbursed
🔗 How to Apply
Apply online through MPOWER’s website by July 31, 2025. Be sure to gather all required documents early (admission letter, proof of status, transcripts) and polish your essay to stand out.
