Program Overview:
The Jacksonville Asian American Alliance (JAAA) College Scholarship Program recognizes academic excellence, extracurricular activities and community involvement among high school seniors planning to pursue a baccalaureate degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States. This year, the program will choose four scholars who will be awarded $1,000 each towards college costs.
Eligibility:
(1) Must be a resident of Duval, Clay, Nassau, Baker, and St. Johns Counties for at least 6 months
(2) Must be a US legal resident
(3) Must be accepted at a four-year college or university
(4) GPA of 3.5 or higher
(5) Must be of Asian descent
Requirements:
(1) Complete and submit Application Form
(2) Submit letter of acceptance to a four-year college or university
(3) Submit two letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with applicant’s character and achievement.
(4) Submit high school transcript and SAT or ACT scores
Deadline for Submitting Applications: April 1, 2011 (must be postmarked 4/1/11)
Notification of Finalists: April 8, 2011Presentation of Awards: April 16th, 2010, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
JAAA Mentoring Lunch Program
UNF University Center
All applicants are requested to attend the Mentoring Lunch Program where the winners of the scholarships will be announced.
***For a copy of the scholarship application: Visit their website at http://www.jaxaaa.org/ or info@jaxaaa.org***