Coal Country Women in STEM Scholarship
Coal mining has powered America for generations, and now the daughters of that tradition deserve the opportunity to lead the next chapter, whether in engineering, technology, environmental science, healthcare, or any STEM field.
Talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Investing in these students will redefine the future and provide critical access to the opportunities young women need to succeed.
This scholarship aims to support women from coal mining families who are choosing to build the future through STEM.
Any female four-year undergraduate student who is a first-generation college student pursuing a STEM field may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have a parent or guardian with work experience in coal mining (underground or surface extraction) and if they’re from a coal-producing region in the United States, such as Appalachia, Powder River Basin, Illinois Basin, or elsewhere. Applicants must demonstrate resilience, determination, and a desire to use their education to make a difference.
To apply, tell us how growing up in a coal mining family has shaped your perspective and interest in STEM, and how you plan to use our education to make an impact.
Describe how growing up in a coal mining family has shaped your perspective and influenced your interest in STEM. How do you plan to use your education to make a difference?
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The application deadline is Sep 1, 2026. Winners will be announced on Oct 2, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Oct 2, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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