Numerix offers the Women in Finance Scholarship as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting and advancing women in capital markets. The programme is designed to encourage talented female graduate students pursuing careers in finance, particularly in technical and quantitative areas of the industry. Programme Overview The Women in Finance Scholarship is an annual initiative that provides financial support to one outstanding female graduate student. The award is intended to help strengthen the pipeline of women entering specialised finance roles across global capital markets. The scholarship focuses on students pursuing careers in areas such as: Asset management Risk management Fixed income Derivatives and structured finance Originally launched in 2014 under the FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship, the programme continues under Numerix with the same mission of increasing female representation in advanced financial fields. Scholarship Value and Structure The selected recipient receives a total award of $20,000 USD, structured as follows: 50% paid directly to the educational institution 50% paid directly to the student This structure is designed to support both tuition-related costs and personal financial needs during postgraduate studies. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet strict eligibility requirements to be considered for the scholarship. Academic Requirements Enrolled full-time in a Master’s or PhD programme in Finance Studies must begin no earlier than 1 January 2026 or no later than 1 February 2027 Program must be at an accredited university Professional Experience Requirements Less than 10 years of total work experience Less than 5 years of experience in the financial sector Must be actively pursuing a career in capital markets or related fields Additional Requirements Must be a female applicant Open to citizens of any country Must be pursuing a finance-related postgraduate degree Target Career Paths The scholarship is designed for students aiming to build careers in high-skill areas of finance, including: Financial asset management Market and risk analysis Structured financial products Fixed income markets Derivatives trading and analytics These fields are critical to modern capital markets and require strong quantitative, analytical, and technical expertise. Application Process Applicants are required to submit their applications through the official Numerix scholarship portal. Key Deadline Application deadline: 18 May 2026 (11:59 PM ET) Late submissions are not considered under any circumstances. Selection and Award Timeline Applications reviewed after the submission deadline Scholarship recipient selected based on academic merit and career potential Winner announced ahead of award disbursement Scholarship payment issued in late summer 2026 Programme Purpose and Impact The Women in Finance Scholarship is designed to address gender imbalance in quantitative and technical finance roles. It supports the development of future female leaders in areas traditionally underrepresented by women. The programme aims to: Strengthen female participation in capital markets Support advanced academic research in finance Encourage careers in high-impact financial sectors Promote diversity in quantitative finance and risk management Organisational Background Numerix is a global provider of financial technology solutions for capital markets. The organisation develops analytics and risk management tools used by financial institutions worldwide. Through initiatives such as this scholarship, Numerix reinforces its commitment to: Education and talent development Gender diversity in finance Advancement of quantitative and risk-focused disciplines Important Notes for Applicants Only complete applications submitted before the deadline will be considered Due to high application volume, individual inquiries cannot be responded to Applications must clearly demonstrate academic and professional alignment with finance Why This Scholarship Matters This scholarship plays an important role in supporting diversity in global financial systems. By investing in women pursuing advanced finance education, the programme contributes to: Greater gender balance in capital markets Stronger representation in quantitative finance roles Increased access to financial education opportunities Development of future leaders in risk and investment management VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and WPChannel Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering the scholarships. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.