AAUW SCHOLARSHIP–Cody Branch
The Cody Branch of the American Association of University Women will be awarding a $2,000.00 scholarship. Deadline for the application is April 1, 2026, and the scholarship will be awarded May 1, 2026. Preference for this scholarship is given to Cody area women who will be at the junior, senior or graduate level of college in their next semester.
Selection for the scholarship is based on scholastic ability, financial need, an indication of commitment to one’s chosen field, and the overall quality of the application.
Download and print the application form here (see below for a preview): AAUWScholarshipApplication2026
For questions, contact Dona Copeland at 307-250-2941 or email donacopeland@hotmail.com
Start early |
Even if you aren’t planning on attending for another one to two years, get an idea of what’s out there. Those who know the field best have the best chances. |
Go local |
Although there are national scholarships abound, the same can be said for applicants. If there are scholarships specific to your city, state or region, go after these first. You’ll have a better shot at securing an award. |
Tailor |
After a certain number of applications, it may be tempting to create generic answers and copy + paste them onto the form. Resist the urge, as individualizing your application to each organization or foundation will show you care about their goals and mission. |
Gather
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It’s vital that you don’t put this off until the last minute, especially if you are relying on letters of recommendation. While you may be able to pull everything together in a rush, you expose yourself to mistakes and an overall dip in quality. |
Respect the
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While you may have found a scholarship that was tailor-made for you and crafted the best application imaginable, missing the deadline wastes your efforts. Make a calendar of all deadlines for scholarship to which you are applying and make sure to send everything in on time. |
Applicants seeking further advice can use the following resources:
- Winning the Perfect Scholarship. U.S. News & World Report offers insider knowledge on what selection committees want to see.
- How Parents and Students Can Find College Scholarships. While other resources are geared toward crafting the perfect application, this resource helps families know where to find the best scholarships.
- Scholarship Reference Guide. In addition to tips, this resource also highlights common mistakes, scams to avoid, and a range of interesting scholarships to consider.
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CODY AAUW SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
2025 Myah McCarten
2025 Victoria Morales
2024 Maylee Potas
2023 Denise Thrush
2023 Nicole Wagler
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN – CODY CHAPTER
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
AAUW is offering a $2,000 scholarship to be around May 1, 2026, with preference given to Cody area women at the junior, senior or graduate level of college.
NAME _________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE________________________ E-MAIL____________________________
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College attending or planning to attend ___________________________________________
Current college status _________________________________________ GPA? ________
Planned graduation date____________________________________ Degree__________________________
Are you returning to college after being away from school for a period of time?______________________________________________________________________
How long?_____________________ Any previous degree?____________________________
Statement of Financial Need __________________________________________________________
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Description of major and minor fields of study ___________________________________________
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Explanation of educational plans and goals ___________________________________________
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Community & College Activities ______________________________________________________
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How long have you lived in Cody? _________ Please explain your connection with Cody if you are not currently residing here _______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________ Attach: 1. A copy of transcript(s) of your grades (does not have to be certified), and
- A short essay (1 page maximum) that includes a paragraph explaining a person or an event that most influenced your development and a paragraph describing your thoughts regarding women’s equity issues.
Return this form and attachments no later than April 1, 2026 to: AAUW Scholarship Committee
c/o Dona Copeland, P.O. Box 883, Cody, WY 82414