The P.E.O. Educational Loan Fund (ELF)
PEO International
Award: $12000 – $20000
Deadline: December 15.
To provide substantial merit-based awards for women of the U.S. and Canada who are pursuing a doctoral-level degree at an accredited college or university. Qualifications: Applicants must be a woman and nominated by a local chapter of the P.E.O. Sisterhood; must be citizen or legal permanent resident of the U.S. or Canada at the time of her nomination; must have a bachelor’s degree; must two years of her graduation date and has at least one full academic year of work remaining to complete her doctoral-level degree as measured; must be within two years of completing the entire program from that date; must enrolled in her program at an accredited U.S. or Canadian college or university; study abroad is permitted provided the student is enrolled in a U.S. or Canadian postsecondary institution. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on board of trustees evaluate applicants on the following: nominee's proposal; potential to make significant contributions in her field(s) of endeavor or to make a positive impact on society; recommendations from three university professors or professional mentors; evidence of scholarly activities (publications, presentations, patents, performances, etc.); academic awards and honors (honor societies, scholarships, etc.); academic record career objectives. How to apply: Applicants must submit online application form; should include research or an essay about the significance of the applicant’s chosen field, three letters of recommendation, evidence of scholarly activities, awards, academic records, career objectives, etc. Focus: General studies/Field of study not specified.