$5,000 Women in Tech Scholarship 2026 | Women at Microsoft Scholarship Program

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Summary

The Women at Microsoft Scholarship Program is a merit-based scholarship created by the Women at Microsoft Inclusion Network in partnership with the Seattle Foundation. The program supports female students planning to pursue undergraduate studies in technology, engineering, mathematics, or computer science. Selected students receive a $5,000 one-time scholarship to study at an accredited U.S. college, university, or vocational institution.

Scholarship Name

Women at Microsoft Scholarship Program

Host / Sponsoring Organizations

• Women at Microsoft Inclusion Network

• Seattle Foundation

• Administered by Scholarship America

Level of Study

• Undergraduate (first-year students)

Scholarship Value / Benefits

• $5,000 one-time scholarship award

• Up to 16 recipients selected

• Funds are paid directly to the student’s educational institution

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be a graduating high school senior

• Plan to enroll full-time in an undergraduate program

• Study a technology-related field such as:

  • Computer Science

  • Engineering

  • Mathematics

  • Technology-related programs

• Attend an accredited U.S. college, university, or vocational/technical school

• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

• Demonstrate financial need

International students are eligible if they plan to study at a U.S. institution.

Not eligible:

• Employees or children of employees of Microsoft

Application Deadline

• March 16, 2026 (3:00 PM CT)

Selection Criteria

Applicants are evaluated based on:

• Academic performance

• Leadership and community involvement

• Work experience

• Personal statement outlining career goals

• Financial need

• Recommendation letter

Final selection is made by Microsoft after evaluation by Scholarship America.

How to Apply

1. Complete the online scholarship application through the Scholarship America portal.

2. Upload required documents including:

   • Academic transcript

   • Examination results (for international applicants)

   • English translations for non-English documents

3. Submit one online recommendation form.

4. Ensure all materials are submitted before the deadline.

Additional Notes

• Scholarship results are typically announced in June.

• Payments are processed in early August and sent directly to the student’s institution.

• Awards are non-renewable, and previous recipients cannot reapply.

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Women at Microsoft Scholarship Program