Each year since 2007, the Smith Mountain Branch of AAUW has awarded scholarships to assist local women continuing their post-secondary education. Our scholarships support women at various stages of their educational journey, including those currently enrolled in college as well as dual-enrolled high school students who have completed at least one semester of college-level coursework (a minimum of 12 credit hours).
This year, we are excited to be awarding 6 scholarships, EACH for $5,000!
These scholarships are for women in college who reside in Bedford, Franklin or Pittsylvania County, including Danville City.
Applications will be accepted beginning on January 8th, 2026 with a deadline for submission by MIDNIGHT on April 1st, 2026.
The links below provide detailed information about eligibility requirements and access to the 2026 scholarship application. A checklist of all required materials is included to assist applicants in completing their submission. Eligible students are strongly encouraged to apply! Please note that applications are not considered complete until all items on the checklist—including all required references—have been submitted.
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Scholarship Submission Checklist
If you would like to hear stories from past scholarship applicants, please click here:
Previous scholarship recipients – in their own words