Deadline: 11 April 2025
The Progress is requesting applications for its Women in STEM Scholarship Program to support young women pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degrees, foster the next generation of leadership and increase the global representation of women in technical fields.
Funding Information
- Two non-renewable scholarships of BGN 3,000. One student is selected per scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
- The recipient of the Progress Scholarship for Women in STEM must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- A young woman studying at a public university in Bulgaria
- In her 2nd, 3rd, or 4th academic year in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Informatics, Applied Mathematics, or similar major
- Have a GPA of 4.50 – 6.00 over the past two semesters of study, proven by academic record
- Not legally engaged with another entity when applying for or receiving the scholarship
- Previous participation in Hackathons, Olympiads, and other extracurricular activities will provide an advantage.
Ineligibility Criteria
- Progress employees, board members and their families are not eligible
- Students in graduate school are not eligible.
Selection Criteria
- Scholarship recipients will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement; financial need; interest and experience in computer science, software engineering, IT and/or computer information systems; and personal attributes that exemplify qualities, including, but not limited to, a strong work ethic, high personal integrity, and a passion for learning.
Application Requirements
- The following materials are required. Only fully completed applications will be considered:
- One essay
- Academic Records from the previous two semesters, proving your GPA of 4.50 – 6.00
- Resume/CV
For more information, visit Progress.
