There’s Still Time to Submit an Application for the Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women!

Do you know a hard-working woman who is following her dreams to complete her bachelor’s degree? The Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women may be able to help her out. Through the generosity of many individuals and corporations, the Paradigm Award program has grown to include the Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women, awarded to women who wish to complete their undergraduate degrees while working full-time for Chamber member companies.

Applications for this scholarship are due February 5.

Recipients receive up to $5,000 that can be used for tuition and/or books within a two-year period. This year’s scholarship recipients will be announced at the Paradigm Award celebration on March 11. In addition, the Helena T. Devereux and Stradley Ronon scholars will be recognized.

Applicants for the Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women must meet the following criteria:

• A full-time employee, working at least 30 hours per week for a Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce member company
• Completed at least one full year of college and must be currently enrolled (within the last 18 months) at a two- or four-year accredited institution
• Have a minimum of five years work experience
• Hold an exemplary work record
• Submit an official copy of your college transcript
• Submit two letters of recommendation including one from your supervisor at your current employer
• Submit a 200-word essay on why you should be selected as a recipient of the Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women
• Submit a copy of the employer's tuition reimbursement policy

The following factors are considered when selecting scholarship recipients:

• Current enrollment
• Financial need
• Potential for future success

View more information or apply for the scholarship here.

The presenting sponsor for the Paradigm Award is Ernest & Young LLP. Additional sponsors for the scholarship program are Devereux and Stradley Ronon.