Students: Apply for Legislators' Schoolarship, Rep Says

State Rep. Sara Feigenholtz (D–Chicago) encourages female non-traditional undergraduate students to apply for a scholarship worth up to $2,500 offered by the Conference of Women Legislators.

COWL is a non-profit, bi-partisan coalition comprised of women legislators across the state. The one-year undergraduate COWL scholarship is offered to female students aged 25 years and older who are pursuing careers that will contribute to government, children, families and community. The scholarship is funded by COWL’s fundraising initiatives.

“This scholarship gives women whose life circumstances delayed their education a better chance of achieving their educational and career goals,” said Feigenholtz. “As legislators, we have a responsibility to ensure equal access to educational opportunities. As women, we have a responsibility to support each other and guide the next generation of female leaders. This scholarship merges both of these goals.”

Applications must be postmarked by Friday, March 29th and should include two reference letters, a personal background and goals essay, transcripts from the last two years of education, and a list of institutions of higher education previously attended. The required signed waiver form and application form can be accessed at www.cowlil.com.

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“Making college affordable and accessible to all students who want to pursue higher education is so important to the overall strength of our communities,” Feigenholtz said. “I am proud to be a member of COWL and to support this scholarship that gives young female leaders the tools they need to succeed.”

More information on COWL and the scholarship application form can be found at www.cowlil.com. For more information on college scholarships and financial assistance, contact Feigenholtz’s constituent services office at (773) 296-4141 or sara@staterepsara.com or visit www.staterepsara.com/services/student.