Cynthia de los Santos (left) and Perla Caballero (right) were each awarded a $2,000 NYMS scholarship in May 2025.

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Our branch is pleased to annually give Nancy Yowell Memorial Scholarships to local “re-entry women” — women who have had their higher education interrupted but have returned to earn their Associate or Bachelor’s degree.

Funds for the scholarships are raised through special projects, our annual Holiday Boutique, and donations. Click here to donate to these scholarships!

“Local Scholarships” was renamed “Nancy Yowell Memorial Scholarships” in 2012 to honor an AAUW member who put her heart and soul into the organization and fundraising for these scholarships.

Award amounts

• $1,000 for students enrolled in a 2-year school at the time of application
• $2,500 for students enrolled in a 4-year school at the time of application

Qualifications

• Woman currently enrolled in Associate or Bachelor’s program
• Has previous college experience that was interrupted
• Attends an AAUW Redlands Partner School (Crafton Hills College, San Bernardino Valley College, University of Redlands) OR lives in an AAUW Redlands branch city (including, but not limited to, Banning, Beaumont, Calimesa, Cherry Valley, Colton, Grand Terrace, Highland, Loma Linda, Mentone, Redlands, San Bernardino, Yucaipa)
• Has not previously received an NYMS scholarship for their current degree program

Application Components

• Online application
• Short essay (300-500 words) explaining the college interruption and clearly defining educational and career goals. Applicant’s essay may also address extracurricular activities, community involvement, and information regarding their family situation or financial need.
• Transcript from each educational institution attended (unofficial is acceptable).
• 2 recent (within the past 2 years) letters of recommendation from a school official or employer addressing the applicant’s academic potential and/or career success.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2026

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For more information about scholarships or to donate, please contact: nyms@AAUWRedlands.org