The FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship 2025, now administered by Numerix, is open for applications. This prestigious scholarship aims to support and encourage exceptional women pursuing graduate-level studies in finance, particularly those interested in financial asset management, market risk management, fixed-income, and derivatives finance within the capital markets.
Scholarship Overview
- Award Amount: $20,000 USD
- 50% paid directly to the recipient
- 50% paid to the recipient’s educational institution to assist with tuition.
- Application Deadline: May 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET
- Scholarship Disbursement: Late Summer 2025
- Administered By: Numerix (formerly FINCAD)
- Official Website: numerix.com/women-in-finance-scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be female citizens of any country
- Be enrolled and attending a full-time Master’s or PhD program in Finance at an accredited university
- Have commenced their postgraduate Finance studies no earlier than January 1, 2025, and no later than February 1, 2026
- Have less than 10 years of total work experience, and less than 5 years of professional experience in the financial field(Scholarships for Development, GyanDhan, Numerix, Opportunities For Africans)
Application Process
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Updated Resume/CV
- Official Transcripts
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose (approximately 500 words)
- Submit Application:
- Visit the official scholarship page: numerix.com/women-in-finance-scholarship
- Complete the online application form
- Upload all required documents
- Ensure submission by the deadline: May 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET
Why Apply?
- Financial support to advance your education in finance
- Recognition from a leading financial analytics firm
- Opportunity to join a network of accomplished women in finance
- Enhance your career prospects in the financial industry.
