The Transition Scholarship is a scholarship program offered by the Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund to support low-income women who are 35 years of age or older and are transitioning to higher education to improve their career prospects. The Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund is a national organization that provides scholarships and support to low-income women who have overcome challenges and are pursuing higher education.
The Women In Transition Scholarship is awarded based on financial need, academic achievement, personal and career goals, and potential for success. The scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $2,000 per year for living expenses, tuition, and books for women who are returning to school after a significant break in their education.
The application process for the Women In Transition Scholarship typically opens in the fall of each year, and the application deadline is usually in the early spring. The scholarship is administered by the Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund, which is responsible for reviewing applications, selecting scholarship recipients, and distributing scholarship funds.