The $15,000. P.E.O. Scholar Award provides opportunity for 85 women graduate students for 2011-12. The three Blacksburg Chapters coordinate efforts to identify potential applicants to nominate for the prestigious merit-based awards. P.E.O. is a philanthropic educational organization providing financial aid for the education of women.
Eligibility: A woman is eligible for nomination by a local P.E.O. Chapter if she:
- is within two years of completing her doctoral level degree or postgraduate study or research by August 1, 2011 (granting date);
- has at least one academic year remaining from the granting date to complete her doctoral program;
- demonstrates academic excellence with a strong research path, publications, awards and service activities(particularly during the past 12 months), maturity and seriousness of purpose;
- has clearly defined career objectives, showing promise of making a significant contribution to her field;
- is a full-time student at an accredited college, university or institution;
- is a citizen of the United States or Canada at the time of nomination.
Local application components: Submit by September 11
- One to two page letter of application highlighting current work and career goals (See Eligibility 3.).
- Resume
Applications to: Elva Miller -205 Woods Edge Court, Blacksburg, VA 24060 or by email. Questions: e-mail or call 540-951-8407. If nominated by a local chapter, the applicant will receive an official application package(official transcripts, etc.) from the P.E.O. Scholar Awards office.