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MOUNT HOLLY – The Burlington County Commissioners and Burlington County Women’s Advisory Council continues to recognize and support standout young women by awarding scholarships to those who are aspiring to lead and advocate for other women or pursue careers in STEM, health care, law, government, business and community service.
The Commissioners and Council announced that applications for the County’s annual Student Scholarship Awards are now being accepted. A total of five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors.
This year, the Commissioners and Council are partnering with the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce to create a new scholarship category for a young woman interested in pursuing a career in business or entrepreneurship.
Virtua Health, Remington & Vernick Engineers and the Alice Paul Institute also continue to sponsor scholarships for young women achievers.
“March is Women’s History Month and one of the ways we celebrate the women trailblazers of the past is to recognize and support of some of our county’s standout women scholars. We want to help them continue their studies and become leaders themselves,” said Burlington County Commissioner Director Dr. Felicia Hopson, who is a liaison to the Women’s Advisory Council. “Thanks to the support of the Alice Paul Center for Gender Justice, Virtua Health, Remington & Vernick and our new sponsor, the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce, we are able to provide this important support to young women who are already making a difference in their communities.”
“As women leaders, we have a responsibility to mentor the next generation and encourage them to pursue promising careers,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Allison Eckel, who is also a liaison to the Advisory Council. “These scholarships provide useful financial support and much-deserved recognition for some of our county’s best and brightest.”
The scholarships are divided into the following categories:
Burlington County and Alice Paul Champion Scholarship: Presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County who has demonstrated leadership and advocacy on women’s issues. To apply, visit https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/alice_paul_champion_2025 .
Burlington County and Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce Future Entrepreneur Scholarship: Presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County who is interested in a career in business. To apply, visit https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/bcrcc_future_entrepreneur_award_2025 .
Burlington County and Remington & Vernick Engineers STEM Innovation Scholarship: Presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County who is continuing her education and interested in pursuing a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) field. To apply, visit https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/stem_scholarship_2025 .
Burlington County and Virtua Health Light Maker Scholarship: Presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County who is interested in pursuing a career in health care. To apply, visit https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/virtua_health_light_maker_2025 .
Burlington County Leading the Way Scholarship: Presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County who has demonstrated leadership ability and is interested in pursuing a career in the law, government or community service. To apply, visit https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/leading_the_way_2025 .
All applications must be received by 4 PM on Tuesday, April 1.
An announcement about award winners will be made in April and recipients will be invited to receive their award and scholarship at a presentation on Wednesday, April 30.
(Courtesy of Burlington County)
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