The Scholarship Program is now closed for 2019.
OCA-NEW YORK ADVOCATES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2019
I. PURPOSE
In alignment with OCA-NY’s organizational mission which is to advance the political, economic, and cultural well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States, OCA-New York Chapter launches its third College Scholarship Program in April 2019.
OCA-NY is offering the scholarship for aspiring future leaders in civic engagement, community service, and social activism. OCA-NY is looking to support and nurture applicants with clear academic and leadership credentials and a demonstrable history of community service and engagement. We encourage all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, or immigration status, to apply.
The OCA-NY Scholarship Committee is responsible for reviewing and selecting recipients. Awardees will demonstrate a strong motivation for academic excellence, a dedication to community service, and a need for financial support of their education. Individuals who will be enrolling in an accredited college/university in U.S. may submit an application.
II. FUNDING
III. GUIDELINES/ELIGIBILITY
Who is eligible: Any New York City resident who is enrolled in an accredited college/university in the U.S. are eligible. OCA-NY considers financial need, academic achievements, community service, leadership ability, and special circumstances.
IV. APPLICATION & SELECTION
Please submit the final application and, if applicable, all references by email to Chi Loek at [email protected]
In alignment with OCA-NY’s organizational mission which is to advance the political, economic, and cultural well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States, OCA-New York Chapter launches its third College Scholarship Program in April 2019.
OCA-NY is offering the scholarship for aspiring future leaders in civic engagement, community service, and social activism. OCA-NY is looking to support and nurture applicants with clear academic and leadership credentials and a demonstrable history of community service and engagement. We encourage all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, or immigration status, to apply.
The OCA-NY Scholarship Committee is responsible for reviewing and selecting recipients. Awardees will demonstrate a strong motivation for academic excellence, a dedication to community service, and a need for financial support of their education. Individuals who will be enrolling in an accredited college/university in U.S. may submit an application.
II. FUNDING
- $2,000.00 award per recipient
- Scholarship checks will be issued to the awardees
- Current Scholarship Fund is up to $8,000.00 (4 awards)
- OCA-NY Thanks UA3, Inc. and Ms. Jane Ling Hom, who are each donating $4,000.00 towards this year’s Scholarship fund
- We welcome Sponsors and Donors to invest in our future leaders and to donate to our Scholarship Fund
III. GUIDELINES/ELIGIBILITY
Who is eligible: Any New York City resident who is enrolled in an accredited college/university in the U.S. are eligible. OCA-NY considers financial need, academic achievements, community service, leadership ability, and special circumstances.
- Applicant must reside within the five boroughs of the City of New York during time of application
- Be a full-time, undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited college/university
- Submit a Personal Statement (500 words maximum) addressing the personal questions within the application
- Submit a one-page resume
- Be available for an in-person or over the phone interview
- Applicant agrees to volunteer at an OCA-NY sponsored event or project, or write (3) articles to be included in the OCA-NY newsletter or blog posts on community building or civic engagement over one-year period.
- Have a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale)
- Demonstrated track record of volunteerism/community service in their community
- Scholarship award recipients will be recognized at the 2019 OCA-NY Community and Leadership Annual Gala on September 27, 2019, at Royal Seafood Restaurant, New York City. All awardees are encouraged to attend.
IV. APPLICATION & SELECTION
- Application Deadline is August 16, 2019
- OCA-NY Scholarship Committee will review personal statements, academics, financial need, leadership positions, campus or community activities, and/or work experience of all eligible applicants.
- To be eligible for a scholarship, an applicant must complete the application and provide us with the requisite information about himself/herself
Please submit the final application and, if applicable, all references by email to Chi Loek at [email protected]
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2018 OCA-NY Scholarship Awardees
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