Helene M. Overly Memorial Graduate Scholarship

The Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship was established in 1981 to encourage women pursuing career paths in transportation. The scholarship is awarded to women pursuing graduate studies in transportation or a related field.

Helene M. Overly was the first Executive Secretary of WTS. The Board of Directors voted to name the annual WTS graduate scholarship the Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship to honor Helene for her dedicated service to WTS. Helene became a WTS member in 1981, bringing with her 15 years of experience in public service, tremendous organizational abilities, and a spirit of determination that helped WTS nearly double its membership in two years.

The Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship is in the amount of $6,000. The minimum criteria for selection are as follows:

a. Open to women

b. GPA of 3.0 or higher

c. Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in a transportation-related field, such as transportation engineering, planning, finance or logistics

d. Plans to pursue a career in a transportation-related field

Applications must be submitted through local WTS chapters. The scholarships are competitive and based on the applicant's specific transportation involvement and goals, job skills and academic record. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Local WTS chapters may have their own requirements (such as personal interviews, GPA or statement). Please contact your local WTS chapter for more information.