Finestida is a pure, philanthropic cosmetics brand that seeks to empower women and uplift them so they can achieve their goals and become role models.
When women succeed, they not only enjoy personal success, but they often go on to invest in those following in their footsteps, serving as mentors and advisors who help the following generations of young women find the confidence, drive, and resources necessary to go forward and create their own mark on the world.
This scholarship aims to support women who are excited about their fields of study as they pursue the higher education they need to thrive professionally.
Any female undergraduate or graduate student who is based in California, Oregon, or Washington, pursuing a major in natural sciences, and passionate about her field of study may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, write a short essay telling us what excites you about the field of study you have chosen to pursue.
Please write about what interests you in the field of natural sciences. What excites you about your field of study?
The application deadline is Aug 14, 2026. Winners will be announced on Sep 15, 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 Sep 15, 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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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.