Many organizations award scholarship dollars to women who somehow fit a particular demographic. For example, your ethnic background can pay for your part of your education. The Jewish Foundation for Education of Women offers scholarships to Jewish women living in New York City. The Zonta International Michael J. Freeman Scholarships for Irish Women pays some of the freight for Irish-American women pursuing studies in Ireland. Click here for a list of scholarships based on ethnicity.
Age can also be an advantage.
Finally, states and local organizations dole out scholarship dollars to female students who reside in their area. California residents, for example, have a host of college grants to choose from. Family members of veterans may have options, as well. Your Interest in Advocacy Yep, the heightened awareness that comes with college can also have monetary value. Third Wave Foundation's scholarships award students involved as activists, artists, or cultural workers working on issues such as racism, homophobia, sexism, or other forms of inequality.