Scholarships

The AAUW Owatonna branch offers several scholarships for women and girls with a local connection:

AAUW Owatonna Math/Science Scholarships/Camperships

Awarded to a female Steele County resident in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade attending a math or science-based camp. These awards of up to $350 are intended to encourage girls to pursue an interest in math or science which may expand their future career choices.  Apply with a friend!  There are multiple scholarships available!

Download this year’s application:  2025-Campership-Application
List of pre- approved programs/ letter to parents:  2025 Campership Parent Info and Campership Opportunities List

 2024 Campership Winners: no scholarships were awarded, as we received no applications.

AAUW National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL)

The National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL) unites college women and gender non-conforming students from across the nation for a transformative experience in leadership development, networking, and inspiration.

Tailored for undergraduate students who identify as women or outside the gender binary, NCCWSL provides a welcoming and empowering space to build leadership skills, connect with peers, and find inspiration to drive change.

Through engaging workshops and hands-on activities, NCCWSL challenges and inspires attendees to make meaningful impacts on their campuses and communities long after the conference ends. Join us to become part of a dynamic network of changemakers ready to lead the way.

The link below provides detailed information.  The Owatonna Branch will provide up to $1000 in financial assistance for an attendee.  If you are interested in attending, please contact Trudy Severson at dtsever72@msn.com.

Conference for College Women Student Leaders

 2024 NCCWSL Attendee: 

Makenna Hovey is pursuing a degree in law, politics, and society/political science at Drake University.

AAUW Owatonna Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a female Steele County resident of any age currently attending an accredited college or university.  Selection is based upon the applicant’s academic record, educational and professional goals, financial need, and letters of recommendation.  Open to all fields of study.

 2024 Scholarship Winners

Kiara Gentz is pursuing a degree in physics and exercise science at Bethel University.

 

Hillary Haarstad is pursuing a degree in marketing with a minor in media studies and design at the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse.

 

Maggie Newhouse is pursuing a degree in health humanities and Spanish at St. Mary’s University.

All will receive a $1000 scholarship.

Download this year’s application: 2025 AAUW Owatonna Scholarship

AAUW Owatonna Riverland Scholarship
Awarded to a female Steele County resident currently attending Riverland Community College.  Selection is based upon the applicant’s academic record, educational and professional goals, financial need, and letters of recommendation.  AAUW works in cooperation with the Riverland Foundation in providing this scholarship.

 2025 Scholarship Winners:
Each received an $1000 scholarship. 

 For more information, please contact Shelly.Rockman@charter.net