Applications Now Being Accepted for 2026 NEW Scholarship Program

The Network of Executive Women (NEW) is now accepting applications for their 2026 Scholarship Program. One of the primary community services of NEW is the annual scholarship program, providing monetary support to women who would not ordinarily be able to afford educational programs. The objective of the NEW scholarship awards is to offer scholarships to women in need of financial assistance for educational undergraduate degrees, retraining, or certification purposes thereby enabling them to find meaningful employment, better their present position, or re-enter the work force.

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be at an undergraduate level but not transitioning from high school to college.
• Be enrolled at an accredited school in New Haven or Fairfield County.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be enrolled, continuing, or returning to school to further their educational goals or training to enhance their job skills. 
• Members of the Network of Executive Women of Milford and their families are not eligible for this scholarship.

This scholarship is not open to recent high school graduates or students who have continuously schooled since high school. The program is designed for women who have had their education interrupted or delayed, never had the opportunity to pursue higher education, or otherwise need additional credentialing to advance in their career.

The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, February 23, 2026, at 5 PM Eastern Time. No application submitted after that deadline will be considered by the committee. To learn more about NEW and the scholarship program visit, networkofexecutivewomen.org/scholarships.

For questions and to request an application, please email Debbie Siena at Deb.Siena@snmc.com. Applications are available online, networkofexecutivewomen.org/scholarships.

About Network of Executive Women

Network of Executive Women (NEW) is an organization that addresses the common business interests and issues of women in executive, professional and entrepreneurial roles through the exchange of ideas, information, and experiences. The organization was founded in 1979 by Phyllis Holt, to address the common interests of businesswomen in the community and help them grow and prosper. For more information visit, networkofexecutivewomen.org.