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Our WTS Chapter is proud to support the next generation of women leaders in transportation through our annual scholarships. These scholarships aim to empower and advance women by alleviating financial barriers and helping them pursue their educational and career goals within this exciting field.

If you’re unsure about applying—whether it’s because you don’t feel fully qualified, don’t think you’ll win, or simply don’t see yourself as the “right” candidate—we encourage you to go for it. These opportunities are about fostering growth and potential, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Take a chance—you might be surprised at what’s possible.

Winners of our local scholarships also have the chance to compete for WTS International scholarships, opening doors for additional recognition and support at a global level.

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2025 Scholarships - Applications CLOSED

The WTS St. Louis Chapter is excited to announce our 2025 scholarships. This year we are offering two (2) $1,500 scholarships.

The Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship is a graduate level scholarship. The Sharon D. Banks Memorial Scholarship is an undergraduate level scholarship.

Applications must be submitted to the WTS Metropolitan St. Louis Chapter as typed documents. Scholarships are competitive and based on the applicant's specific transportation goals, academic record, and transportation-related activities or job skills.

Scholarship recipients will be honored at our Annual Scholarship and Awards Dinner on April 3, 2025.

The winner of the Chapter Scholarship will be submitted for the National WTS Foundation Scholarship consideration, along with winners from other chapters.

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE FRIDAY, JANUARY 3RD, 2025 BY MIDNIGHT

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WTS St. Louis Helene Overly Memorial Scholarship Application

The WTS Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship is $1,500. The minimum criteria for selection are:

1. GPA of 3.0 or higher.
2. Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in a transportation-related field, such as transportation engineering, planning, finance, or logistics.
3. Plans to pursue a career in a transportation-related field.

WTS St. Louis Sharon Banks Memorial Scholarship Application

The WTS Sharon D. Banks Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship is $1,500. The minimum criteria for selection are:

1. GPA of 3.0 or higher.
2. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a transportation- related field, such as transportation engineering, planning, finance, or logistics.
3. Plans to pursue a career in a transportation-related field.