American Association of University Women (Wilmington Branch)
Scholarship Overview: Graduating female high school senior or adult female who resides in New Castle County seeking to attend college
Application Available: November 30, 2026
Deadline Date: March 7, 2027
Scholarship Details:
The AAUW Wilmington Affiliate is committed to advancing girls through education, advocacy, and philanthropy. Through its scholarship program, the Affiliate works to expand educational opportunities, reduce financial barriers, and support women at every stage of their academic journeys.
Scholarships are available to women residing in New Castle County Delaware who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees, including graduating high school seniors, current college students, and adult women returning to higher education.
Applicants for freshman scholarships must be graduating high school seniors from New Castle County, including eligible homeschooled students.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a woman and a resident of New Castle County.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible permanent resident, subject to confirmation of Affiliate scholarship requirements.
- Must meet one of the following criteria:
- A graduating high school senior eligible for a freshman scholarship in New Castle County, including homeschooled students.
- A current college student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.
- An adult woman returning to college or continuing her education after an interruption.
Application Requirements
Applicants must complete the online scholarship application and submit the following documentation:
- FAFSA information, including the Student Aid Index (SAI), as applicable.
- Current academic transcript.
- Letter(s) of recommendation.
- Financial information necessary to assess demonstrated financial need.
- Required essay, as outlined in the online application.
Selection Criteria
Scholarship recipients are selected through a competitive review process considering:
- Academic achievement and scholastic standing.
- Demonstrated financial need.
- School, community, and extracurricular involvement.
- Personal essay and letters of recommendation.
Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript
Essay Details:
Essay is outlined in the application
Award Amount: Up to $10,000
Award Details:
Multiple scholarships are available. Awards are granted for one academic year and are not automatically renewable. Previous recipients may reapply annually, provided they continue to meet eligibility requirements. All applications are subject to review and selection.
Website/URL: https://wilmington-de.aauw.net/
Scholarship Manager Information:
Contact Name: AAUW Wilmington Affiliate Scholarship Committee
Contact Email: aauwwilmscholars@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 302-428-0939
Additional Contact & Submission Information:
Application should be completed online via: https://wilmington-de.aauw.net/scholarships/
Filters:
Eligibility: Female, Financial Need, U.S Citizen/Permanent Resident
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior, College Student
Location Specific: New Castle County, Delaware