The Women’s Western Golf Foundation Scholarship supports the foundation’s mission to increase women’s participation in golf by providing financial assistance to deserving undergraduate women. Recipients are selected based on their qualifications and financial need, rather than their golf ability.
Scholarship Details
- $20,000 per recipient, payable over four years
- Up to 20 scholarships are awarded each year
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a female graduating high school senior
- Must be an active participant in golf
- Must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Must demonstrate outstanding character, integrity and leadership
- Must have financial need
Application Process
- Complete the scholarship application
- Upload, mail or email the required financial documents, including federal tax forms (1040) for the last two years and a FAFSA
- Submit an official transcript
- Write and submit a typed statement of no more than 200 words explaining your family's financial situation and how you intend to finance your college education
- Download the High School Evaluation Form during the application process and provide it to your school counselor or a person designated by the principal. The completed form must be submitted along with your official transcript and a letter of recommendation
- Obtain a letter of recommendation from a non-relative who knows you well, such as a community leader, golf coach or teacher
- Write and submit a two-page, double-spaced, typed essay addressing the following topics:
- What life experiences have shaped who you are today?
- Describe your academic and career goals and why you want to pursue them
- What have you learned about yourself through golf?
- Describe a time when you took on a leadership role or contributed to your community and explain what you learned from the experience
- Submit all required application materials and wait for notification of the scholarship decision, which will be announced between April and May
The Women’s Western Golf Foundation Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for female student-athletes who are passionate about golf and committed to achieving their academic goals. If you are a dedicated golfer with a strong academic record and financial need, consider applying for this valuable scholarship opportunity.
