Maryland
Distinguished Young Women of Maryland is part of a national scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership and talent in young women.
College scholarships are awarded at the state level ( last year) and millions in college-granted scholarships are available ($1 billion nationally). And one representative will advance to the national program in Mobile, Alabama where they give away over $130,000 in cash tuition scholarships.
And it’s FREE to participate!
YOU CAN:
- Make new friends from around the state
- Participate in workshops on interviewing, public speaking and more
- Have fun putting on a showcase of your achievements
- PLUS help pay for your college education!
You must be a in high school to participate. Sign up today so you don’t miss out on this life-changing experience!
Questions?
Program Dates
The program for the graduating class of 2020 was held on July 27, 2019 at the JBK Theater at Frederick Community College- 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD 21701. Megan Chang from Oakdale High School in Frederick Maryland was named the Distinguished Young Woman of Maryland. Eleven outstanding participants from all over the state were represented and over $8,000 was awarded in cash scholarships.
The participants of the graduating class of 2020 included: The Distinguished Young Woman of Charles County, Lizzie Daniel: Bel Air, Allison Poling: Carroll County, Jordan Costley: Greater Westminster, Alexa Fanning: Megan Chang, Maryland (Oakdale High School): Nicole Chafitz Orr, Director: Megan Gilbart, First Runner up (Middletown High School): Howard County, Co-Tu Doan: Harford County, Katelyn O’Connor: Greater Baltimore: Isabel Causey, Yoori Kim: Ellicott City, Kennedy Thompson: Catonsville.
Now accepting applications for the graduating class of 2021. All applications are due by January 1, 2020
