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Deadline

May 17, 2026

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Overview

Arizona Chapter Scholarship

Funder: Arizona Chapter of Women in Mining (WIM AZ)

Overview:
Scholarship opportunities for Arizona college students pursuing education in mining-related fields and committed to advancing the role of women and minorities in the mineral resources industry.

Geographic Scope: Arizona

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be living in Arizona

  • Must be currently enrolled in a two or four-year college

  • Must intend to earn degree from an Arizona school

  • Must have completed minimum of one semester of college-level courses within the past six months

  • Must have grades in good standing

  • Academic Level: All undergraduate and graduate students attending Arizona universities, colleges, and trade schools eligible

  • Priority: Given to applicants demonstrating:

  • - Demonstrated interest in pursuing mining-related careers
    - Interest in advancing the role of women and minorities in the mineral resources industry

    Application Window: March 15, 2026 - May 17, 2026

    What You Need to Prepare:

  • Resume highlighting school achievement, work experience, leadership, and community engagement

  • College transcripts
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Complete Online Application Form on WIM USA website

    2. Required Personal Information:
    - Name
    - Email
    - Phone
    - Mailing Address (City, State, Zip)
    - Arizona residency confirmation
    - Current/past internship experience in Arizona

    3. Required Education Information:
    - Current School
    - Major/Intended Major
    - Current Year (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, graduate)
    - Expected Graduation Date

    4. Essay Questions (Required):
    - Question 1: Why do you have an interest in a mining-related career and how do you foresee using your education in the mining industry? (250 words or less)
    - Question 2: What does Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) mean to you? What impact do you think diverse talent pools and inclusive professional and/or academic environments have on the mining industry? (250 words or less)
    - Optional: Is there anything else you would like the judges to know regarding your application?

    5. File Uploads (Required):
    - Resume (.doc, .docx, .rtf, .txt, .pdf - max 5 MB)
    - Transcripts (.doc, .docx, .rtf, .txt, .pdf - max 5 MB)

    6. AI Disclosure:
    - Must check box confirming AI was not used to generate essay responses

    7. Submit Application via online form

    Application Deadline: May 17, 2026

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    womeneducationstem-education

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