Scholarships for the Fall 2025 application are open!

OWLA is delighted to offer one full scholarship each IBLCE exam/recertification cycle. The scholarship will cover the testing or recertification fee for one candidate sitting for the Lactation Consultant Board Exam in Spring and Fall of each year. 

Criteria for Consideration:

• Applicant currently resides in Oregon or SW Washington

• Can demonstrate financial need

• Applicant has current OWLA membership

• Will fully meet requirements to sit for IBLCE exam (1st time or recertification)

• Complete and submit scholarship application by deadline

Priority consideration may be given to BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ candidates, as well as those who plan to assist families with limited access to lactation services.

Applications are due May 30th, 2025!