I'm a female student from abroad aiming to study engineering in the USA. Are there scholarships specifically for international women in STEM fields?
Indeed, there are several scholarships for international female students pursuing STEM education in the USA. Here are a few you might consider:
1. Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Scholarships: SWE offers various scholarships to women pursuing ABET-accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology, and computer science. Some of these scholarships are open to international students, but do check the specific details on their website to see if you qualify.
2. Adobe Research Women-in-Technology Scholarship: Adobe offers this scholarship to female undergraduate and masters students pursuing computer science. It also includes a one-year Adobe Creative Cloud subscription. Note that you need to demonstrate a strong academic background, creative ability, and leadership skills.
3. Google Women Techmakers Scholars Program (formerly the Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship): It aims to encourage women in technology and computing and highlight their impact on the field. Both undergraduate and graduate students can apply for this.
4. Microsoft scholarships: Microsoft provides a range of scholarships to students pursuing studies in Computer Science and related STEM disciplines. While not solely for international students or women, it is highly inclusive and encourages applications from those underrepresented in the field.
Remember, the competition for such scholarships can be fierce, and they often have early application deadlines. Therefore, start working on your applications well in advance. Also, every scholarship has its own unique application requirements. Make sure to prepare accordingly and submit well-written essays and strong letters of recommendation, where required. Good luck!
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