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
• Expired Scholarships

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

Top Asian Scholarships in 2021

$2,000 CollegeXpress Community Service Scholarship for Multicultural Students

• Eligibility: This scholarship is open to students who will be college freshmen in the fall
• Amount: $1,000
• Deadline: April 1st of each year

AICPA Scholarships

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

Make Your Mark BIPOC Arts Scholarship

• Eligibility: Open to Black, Indigenous, and Person of Color students at all levels who are interested in new approaches to theater, dance, and/or film. Essay about a project you would like to complete is required
• Amount: $2,500
• Deadline: April 2, 2021

Nikhil Desai Asian-American Experience Scholarship

• Eligibility: All Asian-American (including Middle Eastern) students who are juniors in high school or older are eligible to apply. First-generation applicants will be preferred. An essay about growing up Asian-American is required
• Amount: $1,000
• Deadline: April 1, 2021

Taylor Price Financial Literacy for the Future Scholarship

• Eligibility: Open to high school and college students who submit an essay.  Applicants from minority groups underrepresented in the financial world and those with non-profit or volunteering experience will be preferred
• Amount: $500
• Deadline: April 14, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions

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. $2,000 CollegeXpress Community Service Scholarship for Multicultural Students
2. AICPA Scholarships
3. Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
4. Make Your Mark BIPOC Arts Scholarship
5. Nikhil Desai Asian-American Experience Scholarship
6. Taylor Price Financial Literacy for the Future Scholarship

Expired scholarships

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 11, 2020

AANAPISI Scholarship

• Eligibility: Open to Asian American and Pacific Islander college students (as of Spring Semester 2021
• Amount: $2,500 to $5,000
• Deadline: November 11, 2020

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
• Deadline: May 29, 2021

Asian American Women’s Alliance Scholarship

• Eligibility: This scholarship is open to Asian American and Pacific Islander high school seniors, college students, or graduate students, who are residents within the Bay Area.
• Amount: $500
• Deadline: October 16, 2020

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, 2020

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

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

Minority Women in STEM Bi-Annual Scholarship

• Eligibility: Women attending a 4-year, 2-year, vocational, or technical institution in the United States. Applicants must be majoring in a STEM field or working on personal projects or jobs in STEM.
• Amount: $3,000
• Deadline: March 22, 2020