The Burlington County Commissioners and Burlington County Women’s Advisory Council continue 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, or business.
The Commissioners announced that applications for the County’s annual Student Scholarship Awards are now being accepted. Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors.
This year’s scholarships are being sponsored by the Commissioners in partnership with: Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce, Virtua Health and Remington & Vernick Engineers.
“March is Women’s History Month and one of the ways we celebrate the women trailblazers of the past is to recognize and support some of our county’s young women scholars. We want to help them continue their studies and become future leaders,” said Burlington County Commissioner Director Dr. Felicia Hopson, who is a liaison to the Women’s Advisory Council. “Thanks to the support of Virtua Health, Remington & Vernick and 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 new generation and encourage them to pursue promising careers,” added Commissioner Deputy Director Allison Eckel, who is also a liaison to the Advisory Council. “These scholarship awards provide useful financial support and much-deserved recognition for some our county’s best and brightest.”
The scholarships are divided into the following categories:
Burlington County Future Leader Scholarships: Presented to two outstanding female graduating seniors from Burlington County who have demonstrated leadership and advocacy on women’s issues. To apply, go to https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/future_leader_2026
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, go to https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/bcrcc_future_entrepreneur_award_2026
Burlington County and Remington & Vernick Engineers STEM Innovation Scholarship: Presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burington County who is continuing her education and interested in pursuing a career in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) field. To apply, go to https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/stem_scholarship_2026
Burlington County and Virtua Health Light Maker Scholarship: Presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County who is interested in pursuing a carer in health care. To apply, go to https://burlingtoncountynj.formstack.com/forms/virtua_health_light_maker_2026
All applications must be received by 4 PM on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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 Tuesday, May 19.