Selection Guidelines and Application Information
1. Purpose:
The 21 Hope Foundation is pleased to announce the 6th Annual 2024 Scholarship Program aimed at supporting the academic achievements and leadership potential of Korean-American students. This scholarship is designed for academically outstanding students who actively contribute to their communities, with the goal of nurturing future leaders within the Korean-American community.
2. Scholarship Amount: $2,500 per recipient
3. Eligibility Criteria:
1) Academic Excellence:
Must reside in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania and currently be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program.
GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for the previous semester (for college freshmen, high school GPA applies).
Special Talent Scholarships are awarded to 3 students excelling in fields such as culture, arts, or sports.
2) Community Service:
Active participation in community service and leadership activities is required.
3) Korean-American Identity:
Applicants who demonstrate an understanding of and contributions to the Korean-American community will be highly regarded.
4. Required Documents:
1) Application Form: Completed application form with a photo attached. (Link: www.21hope.org/)
2) Academic Transcript:
Submit your most recent semester transcript. (High school transcripts are required for college freshmen).
3) Personal Statement and Essay:
(1) Personal Statement.
(2) Essay (500 words or less) on one of the following topics:
“Discuss a person, book, or event that has significantly influenced your life and why.”
“Describe a meaningful community service experience and how it changed your perspective.”
4) Recommendation Letter:
One recommendation letter from a school leader, community leader, organization head, or pastor.
5) Community Service Verification (Optional):
Documentation of community service involvement and confirmation, if applicable.
6) 2023 Tax Return:
Tax return documentation from the applicant or their parent(s).
7) For Special Talent Applicants:
Evidence of achievements or documentation supporting excellence in the specified field.
5. Application Deadline:
December 16, 2024 (All documents must be submitted by this date).
6. Submission Methods:
Applications can be sent via mail to: 21 Hope Foundation, 45-15 162nd Street, Suite 203, Flushing, New York 11358 or via email to: 21Hopefoundation@gmail.com
7. Scholarship Award Ceremony:
Date: December 27, 2024.
Attendance is mandatory for selected recipients. Scholarships will be forfeited if the recipient does not attend.