(Nov. 23, 2017) The Junior Woman’s Club of Pocomoke City is accepting applications for its Continuing Education Scholarship.

The Continuing Education Scholarship was established to provide an opportunity for women who have been out of the classroom for several years, to continue their education or training.

The scholarship is open to women age 25 or over, who are residents of the community of Pocomoke City at the time of application. Applicants must have completed high school or the equivalent and are eligible to receive this scholarship only once.

Preference will be given to applicants who have realistic goals, the potential for academic success, and a financial need.

Applicants and essays will be reviewed by a scholarship committee. This process will not begin until after the application deadline.

Awards will be made payable to the student’s bill once she is enrolled in the amount of $500. Award application deadline is Dec. 30. Email pocomokejwc@gmail.com for an application and further instructions.