IRON MOUNTAIN — The American Association of University Women Iron Mountain/Kingsford Branch has announced they are accepting applications for its non-traditional student scholarship.

AAUW is an organization whose mission is to promote equality for all women and girls, lifelong education and positive societal change.

In support of this mission, the Iron Mountain/Kingsford Branch of AAUW is offering the non-traditional scholarship to women living in Dickinson, Iron and Florence counties, plus Niagara, Wis., and the surrounding areas.

Applicants must be age 22 or older and pursuing a certificate program, an associate degree, a bachelor’s degree program or additional professional or technical certifications that are not tied to a specific degree program and includes costs not reimbursed by the recipient’s employer.

The intent of this scholarship is to open the door for a new or returning student who has been away from education for some time and has chosen to return to post-secondary studies to improve employability potential or advancement in her chosen field. Past recipients of this scholarship may not reapply.

The amount of the scholarship is $2,500. One scholarship winner will be chosen based on a variety of factors, including financial need, likelihood of success, confirmation of enrollment in a post-secondary program and a personal essay.

Application forms may be requested by contacting Sara Foster via email at AAUWnontrad@gmail.com.

The due date for receipt of applications is April 1. The scholarship winner will be contacted by the Iron Mountain/Kingsford Branch of AAUW.

AAUW is a nationally recognized non-profit organization that strives to promote gender equity for women and girls through research, education and advocacy.