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[Page 2] Top Asian American and Pacific Islander Scholarships in August 2025
Updated:
August 25, 2025
Written by:
Elise
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Dror Liebenthal
Dror LiebenthalFrom East Asia to the Pacific Islands, these exclusive, vetted scholarships support your education. Regularly updated with new opportunities awarded directly by Bold.org.
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Snap Finance “Funding the Future” Scholarship
Funded bySnap FinanceAmount
$15,000Deadline
Jun 15, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support 15 undergraduate students who are part of a marginalized group.- Education Level: 3rd or 4th year undergraduate
Scholarship is awarded to
15 winners31Charlene Hovanasian Academic Scholarship
Funded byStuart GardnerAmount
$1,000Deadline
Apr 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support students of Armenian descent who are pursuing higher education.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Race/Ethnicity: Armenian descent
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner32Single Mother's Education Scholarship
Funded byLacuzongAmount
$5,000Deadline
May 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to open the door to education for single mothers and their children so they have the resources they need to pursue new opportunities.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Financial Background: Low-income
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Race: Asian or Latinx
- Identity: Single mother or the child of a single mother
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners33HRCap Next-Gen Leadership Scholarship
Funded byHRCap, Inc.Amount
$5,000Deadline
May 14, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to empower the next generation of multicultural students and leaders who embody critical values such as integrity, diversity, and professionalism.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Background: AAPI student and/or pursuing Asian American studies or language courses
Scholarship is awarded to
6 winners34Korean Men and Women Scholarship
Funded bySihyeon Shelley YuAmount
$500Deadline
Oct 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support a Korean student in Virginia, Washington D.C., or Maryland.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
- Race/Ethnicity: Korean
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- State: Virginia, Maryland, or Washington D.C.
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner35Lola Scholarship
Funded byLEAD FilipinoAmount
$3,000Deadline
Apr 17, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support Filipino Americans so they can persevere through the challenges they face and complete their college degrees.- State: California
- Race/Ethnicity: Filipino American
- Education Level: Undergraduate and graduate students
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners36Thomas and May Mathew Educational Scholarship
Funded byThe Mathew FoundationAmount
$2,000Deadline
Jun 01, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Thomas and May Mathew by supporting students who share their passions for healthcare and education.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Field of Study: Healthcare or education
- State: Michigan
- Race: Asian
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner37Vietnamese Student of Excellence Scholarship
Funded byVuong NguyenAmount
$1,000Deadline
Aug 05, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to make higher education more accessible by supporting Vietnamese students throughout their academic journeys.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Identity: Vietnamese/Vietnamese-American
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner38Courage/Yongqi Scholarship
Funded bySL LAmount
$1,000Deadline
Aug 17, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who aren’t U.S. citizens and need financial assistance to afford higher education.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Race: Asian
- Background: Not a U.S. citizen
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner39SWANA Cultural Heritage Scholarship
Funded byFursona Pins IncAmount
$1,000Deadline
Aug 30, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students of SWANA heritage as they embark on their educational journeys and pursue their dreams.- Identity: SWANA heritage
- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners40W. Tong and A.C. Wong Legacy Scholarship
Funded byTongAmount
$20,000Deadline
Dec 15, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students with financial need as they pursue their dreams of higher education in order to create the life of their dreams.- Education Level: High school senior or college freshman
- Financial Status: Low-income
- GPA: 3.2 or higher
- Involvement: Social club, volunteering experience, or athletics
- Background: Child of an Asian immigrant family (must be 50% Asian ethnicity)
Scholarship is awarded to
4 winners41Li Family Scholarship
Funded byLi FamilyAmount
$50,000Deadline
Mar 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to make higher education more accessible by supporting Asian American students who are pursuing their college degrees.- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: Asian American
- Background: First-generation college student
Scholarship is awarded to
5 winners42"Aunty" Geri Kuhia Scholarship
Funded bySandwich Islands Network, IncAmount
$3,000Deadline
Mar 13, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor “Aunty” Geri Kuhla by supporting students who have creative dreams for their futures.- Education Level: High school, undergraduate or graduate student
- Identity: Pacific Islander
- Field of Study: Arts
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners43Empower Hāna Scholarship
Funded bySherae HanchettAmount
$500Deadline
May 26, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support Native Hawaiian students.- State: Hawaii
- Education Level: High school senior or undergradute
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner44Luisa de Vera Buena Memorial Scholarship
Funded byMaria Macam & Dmitry MilikovskyAmount
$1,500Deadline
May 28, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Luisa de Vera Buena by supporting Filipino-American women who are furthering their education.- Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student
- Ethnicity: Filipino
- Gender: Female
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners45Empowering Black Women in Tech
Funded byAccusoft CorporationAmount
$3,000Deadline
May 31, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to empower and support talented Black women who are passionate about technology and demonstrate a strong commitment to their academic pursuits.- Education Level: Currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a college or university
- Race: Black
- Gender: Female-identifying
- Field of Study: Technology-related field
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner46Compassion in Action Future Medical Leaders Scholarship
Funded byAnonymousAmount
$5,000Deadline
Jul 25, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support Christian students who are of mixed Asian and white descent and pursuing the medical field.- Education Level: High school or bachelor's degree student
- Race: Biracial (Asian and white)
- Religion: Christian
- Field of Study: Medicine
- GPA and Test Scores: 3.75 or above and at least a 1500 SAT score or ACT equivalent score
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners47Female Musician Scholarship
Funded byAnonymous DonorAmount
$20,000Deadline
Jul 28, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support women who are passionate about music as they pursue higher education.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Race/ethnicity: Middle Eastern or Asian descent (Pakistani preferred)
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Background: Has contributed to the musical arts - band, chorus, orchestra, etc.
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner48W. Tong and A.C. Wong 2025 Legacy Scholarship
Funded byTongAmount
$30,000Deadline
Jul 31, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students with financial need as they pursue their goals of higher education in order to create the life of their dreams.- Education Level: High school senior
- Background: FGLI (first-generation, low-income)
- Ethnicity: At least 50% Asian
- GPA: 3.5 GPA or higher
Scholarship is in review49Drs. Julieto and Marlyn Eltanal Scholarship
Funded byRossana EltanalAmount
$10,000Deadline
Aug 12, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor Julieto and Marlyn Eltanal by supporting the next generation of doctors as they finish their education.- Education Level: Graduate student
- School: Cornell University
- Field of Study: Medicine
- Ethnicity: Chinese or Filipino
- Financial Status: Low-income
Scholarship is in review50
Frequently Asked Questions
How many scholarships can I win?
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How do I know if I'm eligible for a scholarship?
Every scholarship will include a list of eligibility requirements in the description. Eligible students must meet all of the criteria to qualify and apply, so read carefully! Some scholarships have a wide range of eligibility requirements and are less competitive as a result. The fewer eligible applicants a scholarship has, the better your chances of winning will be.