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AAUW Fellowships and Grants (multiple programs) is sponsored by American Association of University Women (AAUW). AAUW offers various fellowships and grants to advance educational and professional opportunities for women in the United States and around the globe.
These include American Doctoral Fellowships, American Short-Term Research Publication Grants, American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowships, Career Development Grants, International Fellowships, International Project Grants, and Selected Professions Fellowships. Domestic and international fellowship and grant recipients perform research in a wide range of disciplines and work to improve their schools and communities.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Women in the United States and around the globe. Eligibility varies by specific fellowship or grant program. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
AAUW Fellowships and Grants (multiple programs) is funded by American Association of University Women (AAUW). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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