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Women in STEM Scholarship
Supports Alberta women pursuing studies in underrepresented STEM fields
Funding available
$ 2,500
Deadline
October 31, 2025
Opened September 15, 2025
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Women in STEM Scholarship provides up to $2,500 per recipient to support women in Alberta pursuing post-secondary studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields where women are underrepresented. The program aims to advance gender equality and empowers eligible women to further their education in STEM disciplines.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary studies in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) at an approved Alberta institution.
- Academic programs that contribute to advancing gender equality in STEM fields.
Official resources
Eligibility
Eligible expenses
- Scholarship funds to support studies in an approved STEM program at an eligible Alberta post-secondary institution.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Priority given to candidates who have not already received the scholarship for women in STEM.
How to apply
- Step 1: Register for GATE Access
- Request a GATE (Grant Administration Tracking and Evaluation) username and password during the scholarship's intake period.
- Use the 'Request an account' button; do not send an email for login credentials.
- Receive your GATE login details via email within 2 business days.
- Step 2: Complete the Application
- Log into the GATE online application system using your credentials.
- Fill out the scholarship application form with all required information.
- Step 3: Submit Your Application
- Review your application to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Submit the application through the GATE online system before the deadline.
Additional information
- Intake for the 2025-26 academic year is open from September 15 to October 31, 2025.
- Previous recipients may reapply; however, priority is given to those who have not previously received the scholarship.
- Applicants may apply to multiple scholarships (Women in STEM, Persons Case, Women in Technical and Applied Arts), but can only receive one in the same calendar year.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Women in STEM Scholarship Program
What is the Women in STEM Scholarship?
The Women in STEM Scholarship provides up to $2,500 per recipient to support women in Alberta pursuing post-secondary studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields where women are underrepresented. The program aims to advance gender equality and empowers eligible women to further their education in STEM disciplines.
How much funding can be received?
Women in STEM Scholarship Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Women in STEM Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Women in STEM Scholarship program, you must:
The applicant must identify as a woman.
Be enrolled in a post-secondary STEM program located in Alberta.
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person and a resident of Alberta.
What expenses are eligible under Women in STEM Scholarship?
Post-secondary studies in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) at an approved Alberta institution.
Academic programs that contribute to advancing gender equality in STEM fields.
Where is the Women in STEM Scholarship available?
The Women in STEM Scholarship program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Women in STEM Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Women in STEM Scholarship is a Grant and Funding