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"Women In Need Scholarships" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Women In Need Scholarships is sponsored by Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA). These scholarships provide financial assistance to female re-entry students pursuing a degree in accounting.
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Scholarships - Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting The Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA) annually awards scholarships, supporting equitable access to education and the advancement of women who are pursuing careers and those that support this objective. Whether you are pursuing an associate’s degree, a bachelor’s degree, or an advanced degree, the Foundation has a scholarship designed for you.
These opportunities are developed to financially support, empower and encourage those pursuing accounting degrees to achieve their educational goals and transform their lives. This year’s scholarship application deadline was March 30. Applications for the 2027-2028 academic year will open January 4, 2027 and close March 30, 2027.
Before applying, please see our scholarship FAQs. Associate Degree Scholarships American Dream Scholarship Bachelor’s Degree Scholarships EFWA Undergraduate Scholarship EFWA Global Undergraduate Scholarship The Laurels Fund was established in 1978 for the purpose of providing scholarships to female students who are pursuing advanced degrees in Accounting.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Female re-entry juniors pursuing a degree in accounting, who have become the sole source of support for themselves and their family, either through divorce or death of a spouse, or are single parents due to other circum…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,000 per year (for two years). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was May 1, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Women In Need Scholarships is funded by Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting (EFWA). 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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