The WiT Scholarship is funded by The WiT Foundation, a 501(c)(3) corporation that is committed to advancing and advocating for women who work in, or seek to work in the toy, consumer products, licensing and entertainment industries. Transform your future by stepping into the vibrant and dynamic world of consumer products, a powerhouse industry generating $300 billion in annual revenue! Join WiT and be part of an exciting community filled with innovation, growth and endless possibilities.
Eligibility
To apply for the WiT Foundation Scholarship, you must:
- Identify as a woman
- Be a full-time undergraduate student with minimum 3.0 GPA at an accredited college or university
- Have interest in a career in the consumer products, toys, licensing and entertainment industries
- Pursue a degree in fields including: Business Management, Design, Engineering, Computer Science, E-Commerce, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Law, Creative Arts and other industry related programs
Scholarship Benefits
- $5000 in financial support
- 1:1 Mentorship from Industry Professionals
- Resume & career workshops
- WiT Newsletter and social media call-out
- Free one year membership
- Free ticket to the WiT Wonder Woman Awards Gala
- Internship and job posting alerts
Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment is pleased to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who are exploring careers in industry-related fields. WiT will begin accepting applications for the scholarship on April 15th with a deadline to apply by June 17th. Applications will be reviewed and awarded based on a student's merit and leadership and will be granted in August.
