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ACS Scholars Program

The American Chemical Society offers the ACS Scholars Program of $5,000 to full-time undergraduate minority students in need pursuing a degree in the chemical sciences.

Eligible Grades
College Freshman – College Junior
Application Open Date
January 1, 2024
Application Deadline
April 30, 2024
Open
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Open
$5,000
1 Award Winner

L’Oréal Professionnel Empowering Diversity Scholarship

Students majoring in cosmetology at an accredited institute are eligible for the $5,000 scholarship from L’Oréal Professionnel.

Eligible Grades
Undergraduate
Application Open Date
March 1, 2024
Application Deadline
May 31, 2024
Open
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Open
$5,000
2 Award Winners

Sage Michaela Lucas “Timing is Everything” Scholarship

Students that identify as black indigenous or persons of color and are pursuing a career in aesthetics, skincare formulation, and/or cosmetic chemistry are eligible for a $5,000 award.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior – Graduate
Application Open Date
March 1, 2024
Application Deadline
May 31, 2024
Open
$5,000
2 Award Winners
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner

Diversity in Hospitality Scholarship

The Network of Executive Women in Hospitality, Diversity in Hospitality Scholars Program offers a $5,000- scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Eligible Grades
Undergraduate – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
October 1, 2022
Application Deadline
February 7, 2023
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$3,750
1 Award Winner

LAGRANT Foundation Graduate Scholarships

The $3,750- scholarship is awarded to 40 graduate students who identify as minorities to pursue their studies in PR, marketing, and advertising. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.20.

Eligible Grades
Graduate – Doctorate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
February 28, 2023
Closed
$3,750
1 Award Winner
Closed
$2,500
30 Award Winners

LAGRANT Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships

Thirty (30) ethnic minority undergraduate students will receive $2,500 scholarships and a trip to New York City, New York, for career-building activities as part of the LAGRANT Foundation Scholarship Program.

Eligible Grades
College Freshman – Undergraduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
February 28, 2023
Closed
$2,500
30 Award Winners
Closed
$2,000
1 Award Winner

Sports Task Force/Al Young Sports Journalism Scholarship

The Asian American Journalist Association offers the Sports Task Force/Al Young Sports Journalism Scholarship of $2,000 to Asian American undergraduate students seeking sports journalism as a profession.

Eligible Grades
Undergraduate
Application Open Date
December 22, 2022
Application Deadline
February 28, 2023
Closed
$2,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$5,000–$6,500
60 Award Winners

ALA Spectrum Scholarship

The ALA Spectrum Scholarship annually rewards 60 students from minority and backward classes who are interested in graduate studies in library and information science.

Eligible Grades
Graduate
Application Open Date
September 1, 2022
Application Deadline
March 1, 2023
Closed
$5,000–$6,500
60 Award Winners
Closed
$750
2 Award Winners

Archie Motley Memorial Scholarship for Minority Students

Every year, the Archie Motley Memorial Scholarship for Minority Students grants two undergraduate students scholarships to the tune of $750 each to study archival administration at the graduate level.

Eligible Grades
Graduate – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
December 1, 2022
Application Deadline
March 1, 2023
Closed
$750
2 Award Winners
Closed
$4,000–$20,000
5 Award Winners

CIEF Bachelor & Masters Scholarships in Architecture

The Construction Industry Education Foundation offers the CIEF Scholarship in Architecture of $4,000 to five Californian students of minority enrolled in architecture undergraduate and/or graduate degree programs.

Eligible Grades
All
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
March 1, 2023
Closed
$4,000–$20,000
5 Award Winners
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner

Minority Teachers of Illinois Scholarship

The MTI Scholarship offers up to $5,000 to minority students in higher education institutions in Illinois who are studying to become teachers. Eligible students must have a 2.50 GPA.

Eligible Grades
All
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
March 1, 2023
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$2,000
1 Award Winner

Advocates for African Americans Carolinas Scholarship

The scholarship awards $2,000 to a graduating high school student to pursue undergraduate study in engineering, computer science, accounting, finance, or business administration at universities in North or South Carolina.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior
Application Open Date
December 3, 2022
Application Deadline
March 4, 2023
Closed
$2,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner

Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program

The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program offers $5,000 to high school graduates and undergraduate students pursuing higher education in transportation, Spanish language or literature, engineering, mathematics, and science.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior – High School Graduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
March 14, 2023
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$15,000
1 Award Winner

Mission North The Future Is… Fellowship

The Future Is… Fellowship awards $15,000 to one female BIPOC(Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color) student pursuing studies in communications with an interest in tech or science.

Eligible Grades
College Junior – College Senior
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
March 18, 2023
Closed
$15,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$1,000
1 Award Winner

Ashton Washington Women of Color Annual Scholarship

To preserve the heritage of a WOC and help her excel, the $1,000 Ashton Washington Women of Color Annual Scholarship was founded by an HBCU graduate and her grandmother.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior
Application Open Date
February 1, 2023
Application Deadline
March 31, 2023
Closed
$1,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$10,000
14 Award Winners

USPAACC – Denny’s Hungry for Education Scholarship

USPAACC offers Asian and Pacific Islander high school students this scholarship to assist them in continuing their education and to recognize those who demonstrate initiative and creativity in community-building ideas.

Eligible Grades
High School Freshman – High School Senior
Application Open Date
November 1, 2022
Application Deadline
March 31, 2023
Closed
$10,000
14 Award Winners
Closed
$500–$1,000
1 Award Winner

Richard W. Collins III Leadership with Honor Scholarship

Maryland Higher Education Commission annually awards the Richard W. Collins Leadership with Honor Scholarship to minority students who are part of ROTC programs at Maryland’s four HBCUs.

Eligible Grades
Undergraduate
Application Open Date
November 1, 2022
Application Deadline
April 1, 2023
Closed
$500–$1,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$10,000
7 Award Winners

V&E Diversity Scholarship

Vinson & Elkins offers $10,000 to seven high school senior students of a minority in Houston, Dallas, and Austin to enroll in law undergraduate degree programs at accredited universities or colleges.

Eligible Grades
High School Senior – High School Graduate
Application Open Date
December 1, 2022
Application Deadline
April 1, 2023
Closed
$10,000
7 Award Winners
Closed
$2,500
3 Award Winners

Edna Yelland Minority Scholarship

The California Library Association offers $2,500 to three California minority graduate students pursuing a graduate degree program in library and information science at one of the ALA-accredited universities.

Eligible Grades
All
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 12, 2023
Closed
$2,500
3 Award Winners
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner

Brown and Caldwell Minority Scholarship

Brown and Caldwell offer the Minority Scholarship to undergraduate students from minorities enrolled in engineering or environmental sciences-related programs at accredited colleges or universities in the U.S.

Eligible Grades
College Junior – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$1,500
2 Award Winners

EMPOWER Scholarships

The Courage Kenny Foundation offers the Empower Scholarship of $1,500 to three ethnic minority students to pursue a career in the medical or rehabilitation field in Minnesota or Western Wisconsin.

Eligible Grades
All
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Closed
$1,500
2 Award Winners
Closed
$5,000–$15,000
10 Award Winners

Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund

The American Bar Association (ABA) annually offers the Legal Opportunity Scholarship to racial and ethnic minority undergraduate and graduate students pursuing law in the U.S. to complete their studies.

Eligible Grades
Graduate – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
February 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Closed
$5,000–$15,000
10 Award Winners
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner

Tennessee Minority Teaching Fellows Program

The Tennessee Minority Teaching Fellows Program awards one $5,000 scholarship to full-time undergraduate and/or part-time graduate students enrolled in courses creditable to teachers. Licensed teachers are not eligible.

Eligible Grades
College Junior – Postgraduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
Closed
$5,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$1,000
1 Award Winner

APA Judith McManus Price Scholarship

The American Planning Association (APA) provides the APA Judith McManus Price Scholarship of $1,000 to female and minority students to pursue careers as practicing planners in the public sector.

Eligible Grades
All
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 30, 2023
Closed
$1,000
1 Award Winner
Closed
$4,000
14 Award Winners

APSA Minority Fellowship Program

The American Political Science Association offers the APSA Diversity Fellowship Program of $5,000 to 14 graduate students from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups to pursue their doctorate degrees in political science.

Eligible Grades
Graduate
Application Open Date
January 1, 2023
Application Deadline
April 30, 2023
Closed
$4,000
14 Award Winners

About Asian American Scholarships

A plethora of scholarships are available to Asian American students in the States. In the U.S. you are considered Asian American if your roots trace back to one or more of the 20 countries in East and Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent like China, Japan, India, Korea, Thailand, Philippines, and Vietnam. Asian Americans are considered a minority and make up around 8% of the total population in the United States. There are around 20 million Asian Americans at present, and their population is projected to increase to around 46 million by 2060.

In 2021, the largest ethnic group among Asian Americans was Asian Indians according to the Census conducted by American Community Survey. The Indians totaled up to around 4.4 million, followed by Chinese Americans who were also around the same number. Filipinos made up 2.9 million of the total population, Vietnamese were around 1.9 million in total, Koreans were 1.4 million, and Japanese were around 742,000 in number. This large number of Asian ethnicities in America has resulted in a lot of the students in post-secondary educational institutions being of Asian descent.

Around 7.4% of the U.S. students who were enrolled in degree-granting institutions were Asians. According to a survey conducted by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, 6% of the total undergraduate student population and 6% of the total graduate student population in 2022 were Asian Americans.

Asian Americans have been found to be least likely to receive federal loans. Out of the total students who received loans, Asian Americans made up about 31%. In terms of student loan debt, Asian Americans make up the lowest percentage of the total. However, those who may receive loans may end up in trouble in the future if they are unable to repay them on time. It can lead to a higher financial burden and lower living standards as students after graduation will end up spending a significant amount of their income on loan repayments.

Asian American scholarships can help these groups afford college and complete their education without increasing the debt burden. There are many great scholarships offered specifically to Asian students from all levels including high school, undergraduate, and graduate. Two of the many great examples include the APIA Scholarship Program and the Mary Quon Moy Ing Memorial Scholarship. Pacific Islanders are also defined as Asian Americans by the U.S. Census Bureau and you can find more information on them on our Pacific Islander Scholarships page.

Keep reading below to find out more about scholarship opportunities, where to find them, and how to get them.

Financial Challenges for Asian Americans

Asian Americans face several financial challenges as a minority group. Based on data provided by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC), the poverty rate among Asian Americans was 10.1%, whereas among white, non-Hispanic Americans it was 8.1%. Asian Americans had an unemployment rate of 3.3% in 2020, which is lower than the national average of 4.1%. In addition, AAPI individuals who lack a degree earn less than their white American counterparts.

Based on a survey conducted by the ARC, it was found that a majority of AAPI students did not receive adequate information on financial aid options. Moreover, 60% of AAPI students reported that the FAFSA application process was too complex for them. The language for some such students may also be another barrier to accessing the opportunities that may come their way.

How to Get Asian American Scholarships

How To Apply

Scholaroo provides many Asian American scholarships that can be easily applied to by following the steps below.

The following are the main steps to follow when applying for any scholarship:

1. Check Eligibility

Scholarship websites are the easiest place to find most scholarship opportunities as they list all the available options under one roof. You can also filter them according to those specific to Asian Americans. Some scholarships may be need-based and are awarded on the basis of the financial need of the student, while others may be based on merit. It is important to go through the eligibility requirements thoroughly to make sure you qualify before applying.

2. Understand the Application Requirements
It is important to understand what the scholarship demands, for submitting a strong application.

Scholarship applications may require some or all of the following:

  • Scholarship Application Form: Scholarship application is unique for each scholarship and is a must to be considered as an applicant. It usually asks for general information about the applicant like their name, date of birth, education, address, and so on. It may also contain a few short answer questions relevant to the scholarship.
  • Essay: Many scholarships require an essay along with the application form. Applicants can make themselves stand out via their essays. Therefore, you should take proper time and put in good effort when writing one. It’s important that your essay is original, and represents your personality and opinions.
  • Letters of Recommendation: A letter of recommendation can be written by your personal or professional references. Some scholarships specifically demand letters of recommendation from teachers. The letter basically contains reasons for why the applicant is a deserving one. It assesses the applicant’s qualities, characteristics, strengths, capabilities, and academic performance, which kind of acts as a character certificate when applying for scholarships.
  • Grade Transcripts: Many scholarships, whether they are merit-based or need-based, usually require school transcripts that show the academic performance of an individual. You can get a copy through your school’s website or the office and attach it to the application form.
  • Resume: A resume is where an applicant can highlight their skills and accomplishments. It does not have to have work experiences only but can also include mentions of any societies or extra-curricular activities that you have been a part of, and any special courses that you have completed that equipped you with a certain skill.
  • Financial Information: Many need-based scholarships may ask you to provide financial information that may include information about your family income and any financial aid that you may have received.
  • FAFSA: Some scholarships require applicants to apply for Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible for them. These are mainly need-based scholarships.
  • Portfolio or Video Submission: There are a few scholarships that ask for video or portfolio submissions. This usually applies to art major scholarships as videos and portfolios are how an applicant can show their skills. Some scholarships do not have other requirements and are like a contest where participants have to make a project and provide a picture or video of it to enter and win.
  • School Verification: A school verification letter verifies which school the candidate is attending or has attended, the dates when they started and finished a program, and also includes a list of any certificates or degrees earned.
  • Standardized Test Scores: Occasionally, you may need to provide a copy of your SAT or ACT test scores. These are standardized test scores that most colleges and universities require for admission.
  • 3. Order Scholarships According to Submission Deadlines:

    It is important to arrange the scholarships according to the deadlines to make sure that you take advantage of every opportunity. Timing is very important and the earlier you apply the better it is. Time should, especially, be invested in scholarships that require an essay as it takes a lot of time, planning, and effort to write a good one.

    4. Proofread:

    Some Asian students who are new to the U.S. may not be highly proficient in the English Language and may have some grammatical and structural errors in their writing. Therefore, once you have completed your application and the associated requirements, make sure to go through them all thoroughly at least once. You can also get a friend or someone from family or school to help you proofread.

    5. Submit Your Application:

    Most applications now require online submissions and may take a few minutes only if you have everything ready to upload. Keep track of the status of your application process and keep in mind that it may take some time to receive an answer. You may put in a follow-up email if you have been waiting to receive a reply for some time.

    Tips For Applying

  • Start looking early: Don’t wait until the last minute to look for Asian American Scholarships. Many organizations have deadlines that are months before the school year even starts, so it pays to begin your search as soon as possible. Make sure you research, apply, and submit all necessary documents on time in order to maximize your chances of winning scholarships.
  • Network: Many of the scholarship opportunities in Illinois come through networking and contacts, so make sure you take full advantage of your connections. Utilize family members, friends, contacts from any organizations or clubs you are part of, and even faculty members at your school to learn about different scholarship options in the area.
  • Seek out scholarships specific to Asian Americans: Many organizations in America offer scholarships that are specific to a particular ethnic group. You can also check with your school’s guidance office or college counseling department to see if they know of any opportunities. The scholarship websites might help you find quite a few easily too. These scholarships will be easier to win as they will have a lower competition compared to the general scholarships available to all students.
  • Read the requirements carefully: Once you have a narrowed-down list of scholarships, make sure to read the requirements carefully so you fully understand what is required.
  • Do not rush when applying: Take your time and apply early. This allows sufficient time to gather all the required documents and also write a great essay if needed.
  • Brainstorm for an essay and make an outline: If an essay is required, always start with brainstorming, then arrange your ideas and make an outline to follow. Unique, personalized, and lively essays have a better chance at qualifying than general and dull ones. Make sure that you understand the topic before starting.
  • Customize application: Some students submit the same application, essays, and letters of recommendation to all organizations. It is better to thoroughly research the organization and what they are actually looking for before and customize your application and essays accordingly. You can also mention what the organization is looking for to people who are writing your recommendation letters so they can make it more relevant rather than general. However, it is important to be honest and avoid including things just for the sake of qualifying and getting a scholarship.
  • Check and Proofread: You may be surprised at the amount of grammatical mistakes and other errors that you may come across when rereading your application and essays. Those applicants who submit applications full of errors appear irresponsible and undetermined to scholarship providers.
  • Asian American Scholarships for High School Students

    Around 6% of students enrolled in public pre–K–12 schools are Asians. This percentage is increasing with time. With scholarships, these high school students can become more independent and pay for school-related expenses themselves. They can also save the money they win for their future college expenses so they do not have to take many loans.

    High School Junior Scholarships

    High juniors are mostly dependent on their parents to cover their school-related expenses. Scholarships can also help take care of the early high school finances. Junior year is actually the best time to start looking for scholarships and applying for them. The more scholarships high school juniors are able to get, the more they will be able to collect for their future post-secondary education.

    1. Hyatt Hotels Fund for Minority Lodging Management Students
    2. NERC College/Graduate Scholarship

    High School Senior Scholarships

    Some high school seniors have casual and part-time jobs that they take up to cover their personal and school-related expenses. Some save the money they earn for future college education. Scholarships can also help high school students to cover their present expenses and to pay for their college education independently without much help from their parents or loans.

    1. Mary Quon Moy Ing Memorial Scholarship
    2. LPA Scholarship
    3. BLM² Scholarship

    Asian American Scholarships for Undergraduate Students

    Scholarships for College Freshmen

    A college freshman is a student in the very first year of their undergraduate degree. Many new college students need help to cope with the new expenses that come with a college degree like tuition and fees, room and board, books, transportation, and other supplies. It may become overwhelming and many students end up taking loans to cover all their expenses increasing the overall debt burden of the country. The average student debt in America is currently around $28,950 per student. Asian Americans are least likely to take loans compared to other groups in America but there still are many Asian students who require loans or another form of aid to manage expenses.

    Scholarships are actually a great way to cover some of the college expenses. They do not require repayments and help ease the financial burden to a great extent without the student getting into debt.

    1. LAGRANT Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships
    2. ACS Scholars Program

    Scholarships for College Sophomores

    Sophomore students are second-year college students. Many students at this level have part-time jobs that help them cover their college-related expenses. However, tuition costs are quite high and it is hard to cover the full cost of college just with part-time job earnings. Scholarships can help pay off a significant chunk of tuition, room and board, or other related expenses. Some scholarships are even full-rise scholarships that may cover the full cost of tuition for a year. You can also check if the scholarships you are applying for are renewable for the following years.

    1. Chairish Design Your Future Scholarship
    2. Minority Natural Resource Scholarship

    Scholarships for College Junior

    Third-year undergraduates are referred to as college juniors. They are close to completing their education and earning a degree but many students are unable to reach to this year due to high college costs. The following scholarships can help take off some of the financial burden so you can continue your education and move on to the last year of college successfully.

    1. ACS Scholars Program
    2. API-JCU Diversity Scholarship

    Scholarships for College Senior

    Undergraduate students enrolled in the fourth and last year of their college are college seniors. It takes a lot of effort and money to reach this final year and only around 60% of the total enrolments in colleges become graduates.

    There may be various reasons for dropping out of college but the most common reason is financial issues. Many organizations, therefore, work especially towards helping students earn a degree successfully by supporting them financially through scholarships and grants. Following are two of the best scholarships for Asian American College Seniors.

    1. Student Excellence in Archaeology Scholarships
    2. Foundation Education Award Scholarship

    Asian American Scholarships for Graduate Students

    A graduate degree is generally of around two years which makes it less expensive than a four-year undergraduate. Scholarships below can help graduate students pay for college tuition easily.

    1. PRSA Georgia Multicultural PRism Scholarship
    2. Diversity in Hospitality Scholarship
    3. Minority Fellowship Program for Mental Health Counselors Doctorate
    4. Jacobs Holly A. Cornell Scholarship

    Nursing Scholarships for Asian Americans

    The William K. Schubert Minority Nursing Scholarship is funded by Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and is for students enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a prelicensure registered nurse program. This is only available to students from underrepresented minority groups and winners of the scholarship can earn around $2,750 per academic year.

    Scholarships for Asian American Women

    The Center for American Progress (CAP) reports that in recent years Asian American women have achieved a higher level of educational attainment than other women and are often doing as well as their male counterparts. CAP records College graduation rates for white and Asian American women were 45.8% and 49.4%, respectively. Despite their high achievements in education, Asian American women make disproportionately less money than their male and non-Hispanic white counterparts. Some groups of women, like single mothers, face more financial hardships and may find it hard to complete their education due to greater financial constraints.

    Asian American female students can fund their studies through a number of scholarships, specifically created for them. Ashton Washington Women of Color Annual Scholarship is one of the best options for Asian women in the state of Mississippi. It awards $1,000 to a woman of color and the amount is directly disbursed to the student’s college for tuition fees. Another great option is the Dr. Irving Pressley McPhail Endowed Scholarship which is for students who are doing manufacturing, engineering, manufacturing engineering technology, or a closely related discipline. It is available to both high school seniors and undergraduates and awards $1,000 to the selected candidate in the U.S. or Canada.

    Chinese American Scholarships

    In 2021, around 4.4 million Chinese Americans were reported to be living in America and many comprised of students in high school and college. The following scholarships are available to all students from Asian American backgrounds including Chinese. These can help cover many of the expenses related to school and college for the successful completion of studies.

    1. APIA Scholarship Program
    2. Mary Quon Moy Ing Memorial Scholarship

    Korean Americans Scholarships

    Koreans make up close to 2 million of the total population in the States. This is a huge number of people and their education can help make the future of America better. However tertiary educational expenses in America are high and the following scholarships can help Koreans achieve their degree goals and become successful.

    1. NERC College/Graduate Scholarship
    2. Korean American Scholarship Foundation-Western Regional Chapter

    Japanese American Scholarships

    In 2021, there were more than 740,000 Japanese in the States and now their population is more than a million. Many of them are enrolled in colleges and universities across America. The following scholarships can help Japanese students pay for their tertiary education.

    1. Against The Grain Groundbreaker Leadership Scholarship
    2. PRSA Georgia Multicultural PRism Scholarship

    Scholarships for Filipinos

    Filipinos population has risen over time and makes up more than 3 million of the total population in America. They are people from the country of the Philippines which is located in Southeast Asia. The following scholarships are available to all Asians in America and can help the Filipino student population at high school, undergraduate, and graduate levels to successfully complete their education without taking on much debt.

    1. LPA Scholarship
    2. AALAM/Dow Fund Scholarship

    Scholarships For South Asian Students

    South Asians consist of people from many countries like India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan. Indian Americans alone make up around 5 million of the total population at present. Students with other South Asian backgrounds just add to the number and make the total South Asian population quite significant in number. A huge amount of this population are students in high school and post-secondary educational institutes and a lot of them are facing financial issues. Around 16% of all federal loans go to Asian American students. The following scholarships can help these students pay for college without taking the help of loans.

    1. Archie Motley Memorial Scholarship for Minority Students
    2. CIEF Bachelor & Masters Scholarships in Architecture

    Resources for Asian Americans

    The Asian American Coalition for Education is one of the top organizations that allows Asian Americans access to higher education. The Asian American & Pacific Islander Alliances (AAPI) works alongside a number of other organizations to support, strengthen, and elevate the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.

    The APIA Scholars is another one of the leading organizations in the United States that work for the education of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans in the country. They provide numerous scholarship opportunities that can help these students complete their education without taking on debt.

    The Asian Pacific Islander American Scholar program is one of the most well-known scholarships for AAPI students. The program has awarded more than $150 million in scholarships to more than 7,000 students. Their mission is to make higher education more accessible to AAPI students as well as set them up for future success.

    The Asian Pacific Fund is an organization dedicated to strengthening the Asian American (and Pacific Islander) community in the Bay Area. One of the ways that they do this is through a multitude of scholarships sponsored by donors in the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

    Students can also seek financial help from their university’s financial aid office as many offer in-house scholarships and grants to their students who are a minority or from a specific ethnic background.

    Grants for Asian American Students

    Grants are financial gifts like scholarships that are usually state-based and do not need to be repaid. There are quite a few minority grants for college that Asian Americans can access.

    The William Orr Dingwall Foundation is an organization that was started by a professor at the University of Maryland and gives grants to Korean Americans. It has at least seven new grant opportunities available for the years 2023 to 2024. The Korean Ancestry Grants offer up to a maximum of $12,000 to undergraduate students of Asian ancestry who have a minimum GPA of 3.5.

    Asian Americans can also receive the Pell Grant which is available to all students regardless of their ethnic background. It is only available to low-income undergraduate students with exceptional financial need. Students may receive up to $5,550 per academic year that can be used towards their college costs.

    You can also inquire about grants from your university’s financial aid office if they have any such options available for Asian American students.

    Frequently asked questions

    Are there scholarships for Asian American students?

    There are many scholarships available for Asian American students. Some of the best ones include PRSA Georgia Multicultural PRism Scholarship, ACS Scholars Program, and APIA Scholarship Program.

    You can scroll through our database of more than 60 scholarships for Asian Americans to find the one best suited to you.

    What do you need for AAPI scholarships?

    Each scholarship will have its own eligibility criteria. The main eligibility criteria will be that you will need to identify as Asian American or Pacific Islander. For AA students, this means that you are of East- or Southeast Asian descent (i.e. Korean, Japanese, Indian, Pakistani). For Pacific Islanders, the regions considered are Fiji, Guam, Samoa, Tonga, and Hawaii.

    What is the art scholarship for Asian students?

    CAA’s Professional Development Fellowship in Visual Arts is designed to support artists enrolled in MFA and Ph.D. programs in America financially. This program is only available to students who are from minority or underrepresented groups. The selected candidate is awarded $10,000.

    Are there scholarships for half-Asian students in America?

    Yes, many Asian American scholarships require at least one parent or grandparent to be of Asian descent. NERC College/Graduate Scholarship is one example of such scholarships.