Whatcom Women in Business is accepting applications for up to $20,000 in scholarships to local women seeking to further their education.

Applications can be found online at www.wwib.org. Submission deadline is Thursday, May 1.

The nonprofit organization regularly gives out scholarship money, with award selections based on applicants’ professional goals, GPA, personal achievements, community service, extracurricular activities and financial need, and interview skills.

Last year, Whatcom Women in Business awarded $24,000 in scholarship money to local women, according to the organization.