Welcome to iWIST Scholarships

You already know your work will make a difference. Whether it’s developing vaccines or building ethical AI, you’re ready to apply your STEM education to make the world better. We want you to succeed. All iWIST scholarships support women and those who identify as women studying STEM full-time after their first year at a Vancouver Island post-secondary institution.

Our scholarship program is made possible through the generosity of our community.

From the dedication of our many volunteer adjudicators, to our headline sponsors for 2026, Redbrick and Shift, and all others who have helped fund, or dedicated time to making this program a success, we’re proud to offer cash scholarships that empower and elevate the next generation of STEM leaders.

Key Dates 2026

Applications open

April 23, 2026

Applications close

June 1, 2026 at 11:59pm

Award announcement

August 2026

Click on each scholarship below to learn more and discover why you might be the next recipient.

APPLICATIONS OPENING APRIL 23rd!

Scholarships Available

Sydney Goodwin - MSc Biochemistry and Microbiology

2025 iWIST Women in STEM Recipient

Women in STEM Scholarship

Are you a second year (or more) student in STEM who exemplifies dedication, leadership, and the potential to make a meaningful impact in the world?

Tell us about the future you imagine!

Timing

Application opens

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Submission deadline

11:59pm, June 1, 2026

Amount

$3,000

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Woman of Impact Scholarship

Are you a woman studying in STEM ready to drive impactful change? Do you hope to balance professional purpose with profit, using your education to move forward?

Share your vision for the best balance.

Timing

Application opens

Submission deadline

Applications Open on April 23, 2026

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