Issei Pioneers Scholarship by California State University Fullerton

Brief Description

The Issei Pioneers Scholarship was established in 2017 by CSUF to recognize the contributions and hardships of Japanese American pioneers who immigrated to the United States in the early 1900s. It aims to support and empower students who are descendants of these pioneers to succeed in their academic pursuits.

Host Institution(s)

California State University Fullerton, a leading public university in Orange County, California, offers the Issei Pioneers Scholarship.

Level/Field of Study

This scholarship is available for undergraduate students pursuing any field of study at CSUF.

Number of Awards

CSUF awards two Issei Pioneers Scholarships annually.

Target Group

The Issei Pioneers Scholarship is open to students who are descendants of Japanese American immigrants who arrived in the United States before the Immigration Act of 1924.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The selected scholars will receive a one-time award of $5,000 to assist with tuition fees, books, and other educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Be descendants of Japanese American immigrants who arrived in the United States before the Immigration Act of 1924.
2. Be enrolled or planning to enroll as a full-time student at CSUF.
3. Have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
4. Demonstrate financial need.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the Issei Pioneers Scholarship, follow these steps:

1. Complete the CSUF general scholarship application on the CSUF Financial Aid website.
2. Submit a personal essay (maximum of 500 words) that outlines your personal and family history, to show how you are connected to the Issei pioneers and their legacy.
3. Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or community leader.
4. Provide a copy of your most recent transcript.
5. Demonstrate financial need by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Official Website

To learn more about the Issei Pioneers Scholarship and to access the application, visit the official CSUF Financial Aid website.