Returning to school? Applications for Back to the Books scholarships are available

Posted September 15, 2023 11:00 pm

Submitted by Cynthia Laughlin

Thinking of returning to school or changing careers? The Downers Grove Area Branch of AAUW is offering "Back to the Books" scholarships.

These scholarships are for women who: are residents of Downers Grove, Westmont, Darien, Woodridge or Lisle; have returned to college after an absence of three or more years; and are within two years of completing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university.

Other criteria include professional or vocational goals, financial need, educational achievement, volunteer activity, and employment history.

The scholarship may be used in conjunction with other financial aid. Selection will be made in November and funds will be available for the next school semester or quarter.

Scholarship amounts can be up to $3,000 for full-time students with smaller amounts available for part-time students and students working toward an associate degree.

Applicants must be screened first; call (630) 440-0098.

Completed applications need to be received by Sunday, Oct. 15.

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