<p data-block-key="yzc5o"><a href="https://jaany.org/jaa-scholarship-application/">https://jaany.org/jaa-scholarship-application/</a></p><p data-block-key="56k9b">For graduating high school students of Japanese heritage JAANY has been awarding scholarships to since 1971. The APPLICANTS must live in the New York tri-state area and apply to U.S. institutions of higher learning. SEE BELOW FOR REQUIREMENTS. We have awarded more than 400 scholarships to high school seniors IN THE PAST</p><p data-block-key="anf12">In the past, scholarships have been awarded in the range of $1,000.00 to $12,000.00 and airline tickets to Japan may also be awarded to certain scholarship recipients this year.</p><p data-block-key="7vhu8"><b>There will be an awards presentation at the Harvard Club on May 27, 2026.</b><br/><b>Keynote Speaker is Dr. Joshua W. Walker, President and CEO of Japan Society and Co-Chairs are Mr. Hiroshi Kawano, Executive Chairman of the Board, MUFG Americas Holdings Corporation, and Mr. Satoru Murase, JAA Vice President.</b></p><h2 data-block-key="5j74i">Requirements:</h2><ul><li data-block-key="96h4f">A completed application form with one passport size photo.</li><li data-block-key="4mv5o">A double-spaced essay not exceeding 500 words on one of the following topics:<br/>a) With the turbulent geopolitical times, how can Japanese and Americans cooperate better towards a more peaceful world.<br/>b) The JAA has served the community for over 120 years. How do you think JAA can do better and serve your younger generation?</li><li data-block-key="d1ino">Your latest school transcript AND a copy of SAT or ACT scores.</li><li data-block-key="58brn">A letter of recommendation from your school counselor or teacher.</li><li data-block-key="dbtgc">Membership in JAA. If no one in your family is a member of JAA, a membership form is available at <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jaany.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cringram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7C3d43d6b8635b41c9d9cb08de8e7d7dc5%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C639104867114659405%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=2aNZ1VCn5r1UDlXtnm0vJ1SgQNCGtfXhJO%2FBhIuPRL0%3D&reserved=0">www.jaany.org</a> . Please call the JAA office with any questions.</li><li data-block-key="431tf">You must be attending a four- year college in the United States in the fall of 2026.</li><li data-block-key="75mjd">Scholarship cash awards should be used for tuition or other closely related costs.</li></ul><p data-block-key="cjbdi"><b>The deadline for applications is Monday, May 4, 2026, noon</b></p><h2 data-block-key="7hchj">Submission Instructions:</h2><p data-block-key="475v7">Please submit your application through our <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjaany.org%2Fjaa-scholarship-application%2F%23sch_form&data=05%7C02%7Cringram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7C3d43d6b8635b41c9d9cb08de8e7d7dc5%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C639104867114678423%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GmBCJgVRmIDWnQwlHkMFvyT3XaxeeXmEZkHYf47Aoso%3D&reserved=0"><b>online form</b></a> or you can download the <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjaany.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026-JAA-Scholarships-for-College-application-form.docx&data=05%7C02%7Cringram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7C3d43d6b8635b41c9d9cb08de8e7d7dc5%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C639104867114697000%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tU752M3ARnp3588p4RbxrsnDGsWqgEuo4iIFNb3a568%3D&reserved=0"><b>Word file</b></a> and <b>email</b> it to <a href="mailto:info@jaany.org">info@jaany.org</a> or <a href="mailto:noda@jaany.org">noda@jaany.org</a> , or postal mail to the address below.</p><p data-block-key="9nga9"><b>JAA Scholarship Committee</b><br/><b>Japanese American Association of New York, Inc.</b></p><p data-block-key="41qc9">49 West 45th Street, 5th Floor<br/>New York, NY 10036<br/>E-mail address: <a href="mailto:noda@jaany.org">noda@jaany.org</a> or <a href="mailto:info@jaany.org">info@jaany.org</a></p><p data-block-key="3g6dl">Applications may be sent via e-mail or postal mail. However, letters of recommendation and transcripts, if sent electronically, must be sent from the issuer (not student applicant) AND the original signed/stamped copies submitted by mail.</p><p data-block-key="88f93"><b>INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.</b></p><p data-block-key="2u1oo">All applicants will be notified of the results of their application.<br/>If you have any questions, please call us at 212-840-6942.</p><p data-block-key="b3ui9"><a href="https://jaany.org/jaa-scholarship-application/">https://jaany.org/jaa-scholarship-application/</a><br/></p>
