By Will Geiger

Will Geiger is the co-founder of Scholarships360 and has a decade of experience in college admissions and financial aid. He is a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Kenyon College where he personally reviewed 10,000 admissions applications and essays. Will also managed the Kenyon College merit scholarship program and served on the financial aid appeals committee. He has also worked as an Associate Director of College Counseling at a high school in New Haven, Connecticut. Will earned his master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania and received his undergraduate degree in history from Wake Forest University.

Posted: September 7th, 2021

For students who are of Chinese, Filipino, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Pacific Islander, Thai, or Vietnamese backgrounds are eligible for specific scholarships. Whether you are looking for specific Asian scholarships or opportunities that are open to minority students general, we have you covered!

After all, colleges are communities that value diversity and aim to represent broader society! One of the ways that they seek to create a diverse community is by supporting students of different races, ethnicities, and backgrounds.

See also: Top Minority Scholarships for Underrepresented Students

In this guide, we will help you learn about the scholarship and financial aid opportunities that Asian students can take advantage of.

Jump ahead to:

• Top Asian Scholarships
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Summary of Asian Scholarships
• Upcoming Scholarships for Asian students

Keep on reading to learn more about the top Asian scholarships and financial aid opportunities for 2021!

Top Asian scholarships in 2021

Gates Scholarship

• Eligibility: High school seniors of African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American who are Pell-eligible
• Amount: Full funding of all costs not covered by financial aid and family contribution 
• Deadline: September 15, 2021

AABA Law Foundation Scholarships

• Eligibility: Open to Asian American and Pacific Islander college students (as of Spring Semester 2021
• Amount: $2,500 to $5,000
• Deadline: November 10, 2021

AANAPISI Scholarship

• Eligibility: Open to Asian American and Pacific Islander college students
• Amount: $2,500 to $5,000
• Deadline: November 10 2021

Don H. Liu Scholars Program

• Eligibility: U.S. citizens or permanent residents of Asian descent who are enrolled full-time as a 1L in a J.D. program at an ABA-accredited and approved law school in the U.S. with financial need. Applicants must intend to practice in the private sector in the New York City metropolitan area following graduation
• Amount: $15,000
• Deadline: November 15, 2021

AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students

• Eligibility: Students studying accounting
• Amount: $5,000
• Deadline: March 1, 2022

Advancing Social Justice for Asians Scholarship

• Eligibility:  Graduate or advanced degree student with an interest in advancing social justice for Asians
• Amount: $500 
• Deadline: April 10, 2022

Frequently asked questions about scholarships for Asian students

Are there scholarships for Asian women available?

If you are an Asian female looking for more scholarships, you can check out our top scholarships for women which will have some other great opportunities to apply for.

Are there any specific college merit scholarships for Asian students?

It really depends on the school! We’d suggest starting with this list of colleges that award merit aid as a first step. You can also check in with the specific colleges on your list. Many of them will offer scholarships that are aimed to support specific groups of students. For instance, the Trustee Opportunity Scholarship at Kenyon College aims to support all underrepresented students, including Asian and Pacific Islander students.

Summary of Asian Scholarships

1. Gates Scholarship
2. AABA Law Foundation Scholarships
3. AANAPISI Scholarship
4. Don H. Liu Scholars Program
5. AICPA Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students 
6. Advancing Social Justice for Asians Scholarship

Upcoming scholarships for Asian students

Against The Grain Artistic Scholarship

• Eligibility: Asian American college students pursuing a major in the performing, visual arts, journalism and/or mass communications
• Amount: $1,000 
• Opens: February 1, 2022

Asian-American Architects and Engineers Foundation Scholarship

• Eligibility: Full time college students who are studying engineering, architecture, construction or other related majors.
• Amount: $5,000

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

• Eligibility: Open to high school seniors from minority backgrounds
• Amount: up to $30,000 over 4 years
• Opens: November 1, 2021