P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education — Up to $3,000 (Women, Chapter-Sponsored)

About This Opportunity

The P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education (PCE) provides funding to women who need financial assistance to complete or continue their undergraduate or graduate education after an interruption in their schooling. Awards are up to $3,000 and are granted through local P.E.O. chapter sponsorship — meaning the applicant must be personally recommended by a member of a local P.E.O. chapter. P.E.O. chapters exist throughout the Omaha metro area and in southwest Iowa, including Council Bluffs. If you do not personally know a P.E.O. member, you can contact P.E.O. International to be connected with a chapter near you — many chapters actively seek deserving candidates to sponsor. The PCE is specifically for women who have experienced a break in their education (due to family, work, illness, or other life circumstances) and are now returning to complete their degree. This is particularly relevant for adult learners and returning students. Deadlines are set at the chapter level, typically November through February — contact your local P.E.O. chapter for current deadlines. A separate P.E.O. Scholar Award (up to $15,000) is available for women in doctoral programs.

Who Can Apply

Women only. Must have experienced an interruption in education and be returning to complete undergraduate or graduate degree. Must be within 24 months of completing degree requirements at time of application. Must be nominated and sponsored by a local P.E.O. chapter member. U.S. or Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Demonstrate financial need. Contact P.E.O. International at peointernational.org to find a local chapter if you do not know a member.