Center for the Education of Women Scholarships

Special requirement

Essay required

Need-based

Local

Overview

The CEW+ Scholarship Program is designed to support women and underserved students at the University of Michigan across its Ann Arbor, Flint, and Dearborn campuses. Eligibility for the scholarship requires being a primary caregiver or having had at least a two-year consecutive interruption in education since high school, or being actively involved in F.E.M.M.E.S., GEECS, SWE, WISE, or WISE-RP and pursuing a STEM degree. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, two essays, and demographic information. In order to maximize your chances of receiving financial aid, it is essential that you also submit your FAFSA early.

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 May 7, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

www.cew.umich.edu

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

FAQ

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

Each scholarship has a set of requirements: specific factors that determine whether or not you're eligible to apply. You can visit the scholarship site to find this information, or fill out the Mos quiz to be automatically matched with scholarships you qualify for! FYI: the more information you share with Mos, the better scholarship matches Mos will make!

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it?

Financial need is determined by the information you enter into your FAFSA. It's the difference between how much it's going to cost you to go to college, your 'cost of attendance (COA)', minus how much of this cost can you / your family cover, your 'Expected Family Contribution (EFC)'. If your EFC is lower than your COA, you have financial need! If you're not sure about your EFC or COA, reach out to a Mos advisor for help!

What is a letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation (letter of rec) is a letter written by someone in your life who can speak to your achievements, positive traits, and potential. It's basically a summary of why you're great and deserve the scholarship or funding you're applying for! Typically, students ask teachers, mentors, coaches, or employers (never family or friends). FYI: You have to ask someone to write a letter of rec for you.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Yes! But make sure to read each scholarship application's essay guidelines and requirements, and personalize your essay to each scholarship you apply to. Using the same essay for multiple applications can be a time-saver, but changing just a sentence or two can make a difference!