RWAOL

Scholarship Guidelines

RWA Online's scholarship is designed to support chapter members in pursuing their career goals.

How does it work?

Who Qualifies?

Applicants must be:

A General Member in good standing of both RWA and RWAOL
A member of RWAOL for at least one calendar year by date of application
Actively pursuing a career in romance writing

What Qualifies?

Scholarships may be used for:

RWA national conference registration fee
RWA annual dues
RWAOL annual dues
Entry fees for contests sponsored by RWA or an RWA chapter up to $100 over three years

How Often Can You Apply?

Please note:

Scholarship assistance is limited to once every three calendar years

Scholarship Restrictions

The following restrictions apply:

Funds cannot be used to pay for hotel, airfare, or other transportation to RWA events
Requests must be made at least 30 days of when funds are needed but not more than 120 days in advance
Qualifying requests granted on-first come/first served basis depending on funds available

Applying for an RWAOL Scholorship

Applications must be made at least 30 days of when funds are needed but not more than 120 days in advance.
Once your application is received, you will be promptly notified of the status. The RWAOL Board will review it and may request further information.

All information submitted will be held in the strictest confidence.

Chapter #136, Romance Writers of America®