Since 1978, the Jeannette Rankin Foundation has awarded scholarships to help over 500 women attend college. The application cycle for the 2008 school year has closed. Applications for the 2009 school year will be available on this site starting November 1, 2008.
Selection Factors
The following factors, among others, are considered for each applicant:
- your goals
- your plan for reaching your goals
- challenges you may have faced
- your financial situation
Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Jeannette Rankin Foundation to make financial awards without regard to race, creed, religion, color, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, or physical disability.
Questions regarding the application
View our list of Frequently Asked Questions. You may also contact JRF via email or phone at 706-208-1211.
Because we have limited staff, the preferred method of contact is e-mail.
Looking for more scholarships
Check out our listing of Financial Aid Resources for women and adult students.
Eligibility Requirements
An applicant for a JRF scholarship must be:
- A woman, age 35 or older.
- A U.S. citizen.
- Enrolled in, or accepted to, an accredited school.
- Pursuing a technical or vocational education, an associate's degree, or a first bachelor's degree.
- Low-income according to the U.S. Department of Labor's Lower Living Standard.
Income Guidelines
These figures from 2008 are expected to slightly increase for the 2009 application cycle.
| Household Size | Maximum Net Household Income (estimated income for 2008 school year) |
| 1 | $12,990 |
| 2 | $21,290 |
| 3 | $29,220 |
| 4 | $36,070 |
| 5 | $42,570 |
| 6 | $49,780 |