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Top 23 Scholarships for Chinese Students in January 2023
Scholarships for students of foreign descent can help colleges be more diverse and accessible. There are many organizations and institutions that want to support Chinese students in pursuit of their degree. Continue reading to learn more top scholarships for Chinese students! This post will cover everything you need to know about scholarships for Chinese students, including:
- Top scholarships for Chinese students in 2022
- Resources for Chinese students
- Frequently asked questions about scholarships for Chinese students
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Sponsored Easy scholarship open to all high school, college, community and graduate students. Sponsored Open to high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year. Offered by Asian American Journalists Association AAJA members who are full-time undergraduate students taking or planning to take courses in journalism/pursue a career in sports journalism. Offered by Asian American Journalists Association Open to Asian or Pacific Islander graduate students pursuing journalism as a career. Scholarships360 Exclusive Open to all postsecondary students, regardless of the type of training/education they are pursuing. Scholarships360 Exclusive Open to current undergraduates at four-year universities in the U.S. Offered by Hawaii Community Foundation Open to postsecondary students of Chinese descent who are studying gerontology. Preference will be given to residents of Hawaii. Offered by Chi Am Circle Club Open to Asian, college-bound high school seniors residing in Santa Clara County, California or who descend from active Chi Am member(s). Offered by Orange County Chinese American Chamber of Commerce Foundation Open to college-bound, high school seniors of Chinese descent from Orange County, Los Angeles County, or nearby cities. Sponsored Easy scholarship open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students. Offered by Asian Pacific Fund Open to Asian, Yale students and recent graduates who plan on interning at a non-profit that serves the Asian American community. Offered by Asian Pacific Fund Graduate students pursuing a degree in the social sciences–economics preferred but not required. Asian heritage preferred but not required. Offered by APIA Scholars Open to full-time, undergraduate, Asian or Pacific Islander students at AANAPISI Partner Institutions. This scholarship might not currently be accepting applications. Most scholarship programs only accept applications a few months ahead of their annual deadline. We’ve estimated this deadline based on last year’s deadline in order to help you plan out your scholarship applications. Offered by APIA Scholars Open to low-income, first generation, incoming or current college students who identify as APIA. This scholarship might not currently be accepting applications. Most scholarship programs only accept applications a few months ahead of their annual deadline. We’ve estimated this deadline based on last year’s deadline in order to help you plan out your scholarship applications. Offered by Against the Grain Productions Open to college students who identify as Asian or Pacific Islander and are majoring in visual or performing arts/journalism. This scholarship might not currently be accepting applications. Most scholarship programs only accept applications a few months ahead of their annual deadline. We’ve estimated this deadline based on last year’s deadline in order to help you plan out your scholarship applications. Offered by Against the Grain Productions Open to current and incoming college students in the U.S. who have at least 25% Asian or Pacific Islander ancestry and own a business. This scholarship might not currently be accepting applications. Most scholarship programs only accept applications a few months ahead of their annual deadline. We’ve estimated this deadline based on last year’s deadline in order to help you plan out your scholarship applications. Offered by Asian American Women's Coalition Asian American female high school seniors who will be graduating this upcoming spring and enrolling in university the Fall after graduation. This scholarship might not currently be accepting applications. Most scholarship programs only accept applications a few months ahead of their annual deadline. We’ve estimated this deadline based on last year’s deadline in order to help you plan out your scholarship applications. Sponsored Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school students. Sponsored Easy scholarship from Niche open to all high school, college, and graduate students.Top 23 Scholarships for Chinese Students in January 2023
** Lead generation scholarships will require students to sign up for an app or website and require minimal (if any) application requirements.
***Idea harvesting scholarships will require students to submit blog posts or other materials that companies may use for marketing purposes.
$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship
$2,000 Nitro College Scholarship – No Essay
$25,000 No Essay Scholarship
Sports Task Force / Al Young Sports Journalism Scholarship
CIC/Anna Chennault Scholarship
“Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship
“Outstanding Undergraduate” Essay Scholarship
Thz Fo Farm Scholarship Fund
Chi Am Circle High School Scholarship
OCCACCF Scholarship
$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship
Tina E. Yeh Community Service Fellowship
Hsiao Memorial Social Sciences Scholarship
AANAPISI Scholarship
APIA Scholarship Program
Against The Grain Artistic Scholarship
Lily Pabilona Emerging Entrepreneur Scholarship
Cecilia Moy Yep Scholarship Fund
$10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship
Niche $2,000 “No Essay” College Scholarship
Resources for Chinese students
Federal financial aid
Your first step when looking for financial aid should be to fill out the FAFSA. Once you receive your EFC, you’ll get an idea of whether you qualify for the Pell Grant, and the federal loans you’ll qualify for. Colleges also use this, along with the CSS Profile, to determine your need-based aid eligibility. Completing this earlier rather than later gives you a better picture of how much you’ll need to earn in scholarships to make your education affordable.
Student loans
The majority of students will be unable to fund their education with only out-of-pocket funds, grants, and scholarships. If this describes your situation, you’ll want to look into some student loan opportunities. For the most part, federal loans are the most advantageous. So, you’ll want to exhaust as much of those as you can before you dip into private loans. Our ultimate student loan guide can help coach you through the entire process. Also see: How much student loan debt is too much?
Scholarship search tool
Our scholarship search tool is another great resource to help find more scholarships. We custom-match you with vetted scholarships, which auto-update as opportunities close and new ones open. It’s entirely free, and the sign-up process is easy. To find scholarships that match all of your interests and demographics, try it today.
Chinese student clubs
Many colleges are home to Chinese or Asian student clubs. These can be a great resource and source of community for students at the school. They can also be useful for prospective students; you can reach out to a prospective school’s Chinese club and hear more about the school and what it’s like to go there as a student of Chinese descent. Columbia University has a Chinese club which can serve as an example of what these organizations usually entail. To find similar institutions at the schools you’re considering, try searching their website, or reach out to a contact at the school. Also see: Top scholarships for Asian students
Frequently asked questions about scholarships for Chinese students
Do my parents need to be from China to get a scholarship for Chinese students?
Typically, no! Most of these scholarships only require Chinese or Asian heritage. You may have roots in the United States which go back several generations, but you will still be eligible. For example, the APIA Scholarship Program only requires that applicants be of Asian or Pacific Islander heritage. However, it’s important to note that every scholarship has its own rules. Some scholarships may be specifically for first or second-generation Chinese immigrants. So, make sure to read the terms of any scholarship carefully before deciding to apply. This can save you time as it ensures that you don’t put your energy into a scholarship that you can’t earn.
Do I have to have full Chinese ancestry to earn scholarships for Chinese students?
No! Many scholarships for Chinese students don’t have a specific requirement for the percentage of your heritage that is Chinese. You can qualify whether both your parents are of Chinese heritage, or even if you are only one quarter or one eighth Chinese. If you are ever unsure of a scholarship’s requirements, you can reach out directly to them. Although they generally don’t have these requirements, it’s always worth a check.
Can Chinese international students earn scholarships?
While this scholarship list is mostly focused on Chinese students who are American citizens, there are also scholarships out there for Chinese citizens looking to study in the United States. You can check out the Chinese Scholarship Council as a great starting point. The Chinese government distributes many grants for Chinese students to study abroad, including in the United States.
Can I earn scholarships to study in China?
Yes, you can! In addition to government scholarships, many individual schools in China offer scholarships to international students. For example, Xiamen University has some generous partial-ride and full-ride scholarships for students from out of the country. If you’re hoping to study in China, you’ll want to brush up on your Mandarin and explore options including government scholarships, private scholarships, and scholarships through schools. Also see: Top scholarships for minority students
