The Women at Microsoft Scholarship has opened applications for the 2026 programme, offering financial support to outstanding students who wish to pursue careers in the technology industry.
The Women at Microsoft (WAM) Scholarship will award a total of $130,000 to 26 students, including both domestic and international applicants, who plan to pursue undergraduate studies in technology-related fields in the United States of America. The initiative is designed to empower women and non-binary high school seniors to build careers in technology, engineering, and computer science.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Microsoft, USA
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: $5,000 Grant (26 Awards) | Total Funding of $130,000
- English Test: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: March 16, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Women at Microsoft (WAM) Scholarship is an initiative created to encourage and support young women and gender-diverse students who aspire to build careers in the technology sector. Through this programme, Microsoft aims to reduce gender gaps in the tech industry by providing financial assistance and recognition to students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to technology-related fields.
The scholarship is open to high school seniors from around the world who intend to enroll full-time in a technology, engineering, mathematics, or computer science-related undergraduate programme at an accredited institution in the United States. By supporting these students financially, the programme helps them pursue higher education and contribute to innovation and growth in the global technology ecosystem.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Women at Microsoft Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a graduating high school senior
- Self-identify as a woman, non-binary, gender fluid, or transgender woman
- Plan to enroll full-time in a technology, engineering, mathematics, or computer science-related undergraduate programme
- Study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the United States
- International applicants are eligible, provided they will study in the United States
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Women at Microsoft Scholarship will receive:
- One-time award of $5,000 (USD)
- 26 scholarships available
- Total funding worth $130,000
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated based on:
- Academic performance
- Leadership potential
- Participation in school and community activities
- Work experience (if applicable)
- Statement of career and educational goals
- Personal or family circumstances
- Online recommendation
Required Documents
To apply for the scholarship, candidates must prepare the following documents:
- One letter of recommendation
- Academic transcript
- Statement of career and educational goals
- Proof of financial need (recipients must demonstrate financial need)
How to Apply
To apply for the Women at Microsoft Scholarship 2026:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage
- Submit your application through the Scholarship America Hub
- Upload all required documents before the deadline
For further inquiries, applicants may contact the scholarship team via [email protected].
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