Scholarship Opportunties
Women In Automotive® partners with select educational institutions and organizations to expand educational access for our community and their families. These scholarship partnerships are built on a shared commitment to workforce development, industry leadership, and long-term career advancement within automotive and mobility-related fields.
Through these collaborations, WIA helps reduce financial barriers to education while connecting individuals to institutions that deliver relevant, career-ready programs.
Purpose of the Partnership
Scholarship partners invest in the Women In Automotive® community because education is foundational to progress, both for individuals and for the industry as a whole. These partnerships are designed to:
Increase access to accredited, industry-aligned education
Support professional growth at all career stages
Strengthen the future automotive talent pipeline
Advance opportunity through meaningful financial support
Each partner aligns with WIA’s mission to support, elevate, and prepare the next generation of automotive leaders.
Value to the Women In Automotive® Community
These scholarships provide more than financial assistance. They create pathways to opportunity and long-term career mobility.
Key benefits include:
Reduced Financial Burden: Scholarships help offset tuition and education costs.
Access to Quality Education: Programs are aligned with real-world automotive and business needs.
Career Advancement: Credentials and degrees support upward mobility and leadership readiness.
Industry Connection: Recipients gain visibility within a broader professional ecosystem.
Value to Our Partners
Scholarship partners play a direct role in shaping the future of the automotive workforce. Their involvement delivers measurable impact by:
Connecting with motivated, industry-engaged individuals
Demonstrating leadership in workforce development and inclusion
Building long-term relationships within the WIA network
Supporting sustainable growth through education and talent readiness
These partnerships reflect a commitment to people as the industry’s most critical asset.
Northwood University and Women In Automotive® Provide New Scholarships for Future Automotive Leaders
Northwood University and Women In Automotive® Provide New Scholarships for Future Automotive Leaders
Northwood University is proud to announce a new scholarship opportunity in partnership with Women In Automotive® (WIA). As America's Automotive University, Northwood continues to be a leader in automotive education. They prepare students with real-world skills and the business knowledge they need to thrive in automotive retail, aftermarket, and mobility sectors. This scholarship initiative reflects a shared vision with WIA to recruit, retain, mentor, and advance students across all levels of the industry.
This collaborative effort will award up to five scholarships, valued at $20,000 each, to support the next generation of leaders in the automotive sector. The scholarships will be distributed in annual increments of $5,000 over four years and are renewable if recipients remain enrolled full-time and in good academic standing. Recipients must also conform to all rules, regulations, and disciplinary measures of Northwood University.
Scholarship Requirements:
• Applicants must have a minimum high school grade point average of 3.0 cumulative and/or demonstration of financial need.
• Students must be incoming freshmen for the upcoming academic year and enrolled full-time on the Michigan campus.
• Applicants will be required to submit an essay explaining why they are interested in a career in automotive.
• Majoring in Automotive Marketing and Management or Aftermarket Management is not a requirement, but majoring in a related field like accounting, finance, and supply chain management could be helpful in the selection process.
Recipients will be selected by the Northwood University Scholarship Committee in accordance with their policies and practices. Northwood's scholarship policy allows students to receive up to two main scholarships. If offered two or more scholarships, students will be able to select the two with the most financial benefit.
For more information about Northwood University, please visit https://northwood.edu. To qualify for this scholarship opportunity, you must submit an application to Northwood University.
Any questions can be directed to Northwood University Admissions at [email protected] or Financial Aid at [email protected]. You can also connect with a team member by dialing (800) 622-9000.