$1,000 Annual Award

The Crossroads Empowering Women Scholarship is awarded annually to one outstanding woman who demonstrates initiative, resilience, and a drive to create impact through her education. This scholarship is open to women and non-binary individuals currently enrolled or accepted at an accredited U.S. college or university pursuing any field of study.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

Eligibility Requirements

Must identify as a woman or non-binary individual

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Must be currently enrolled or accepted at an accredited U.S. college or university

Must maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA

Must be pursuing an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree

Open to all fields of study

Past Recipients

Aleksandra B.

City College of San Francisco

"Aleksandra moved to America from Poland without knowing English and pursued her dream of becoming an interior designer at City College of San Francisco."

Application Form

Personal Information

Full Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Date of Birth *

Mailing Address

Street Address *

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Academic Information

Current School Name *

Field of Study / Intended Major *

Degree Level Pursuing *

Expected Graduation Year *

Current GPA *

Enrollment Status *

Essay

"Tell us about a specific moment or experience that changed the direction of your life. Where were you, what happened, and how did it lead you to where you are today? (500-800 words)"

0 / 500-800 words

AI-generated essays will not be read. Essays must be the applicant's own original work. Submissions generated by artificial intelligence tools including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or similar platforms will not be considered and will result in immediate disqualification.

Proof of Enrollment

Upload proof of enrollment or acceptance letter *

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Confirmations

I confirm that all information provided is accurate, that this essay is my own original work, and that I am currently enrolled or accepted at an accredited U.S. college or university. *

I grant Crossroads Public Adjusters permission to use my name, likeness, and essay for promotional purposes including social media, press releases, and marketing materials if selected as a scholarship recipient. *

Resources for Women in Higher Education

AAUW (American Association of University Women)Women's College Coalition National Women's Law Center STEM Women