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American Association of Japanese University Women
2016 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The American Association of Japanese University Women (AAJUW) is
currently accepting applications for its2016 scholarships. AAJUW
was founded in 1970 to promote the education of women, as well as
tocontribute to U.S. – Japan relations, cultural exchanges, and
development of leadership. Every year, sincethe founding of the
organization, scholarships have been awarded to outstanding female
students. This yeareach awardee will receive a $2,000
scholarship.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Female student enrolled in an accredited California college
or university2. Has junior, senior or graduate standing in the
school year 2016-20173. Recipient, at her own expense, is asked to
attend the award ceremony held on Sunday, January 22,
2017 in Los Angeles.4. Demonstrate a desire and intent to
fulfill a leadership role in your chosen field of study and to be
acontributor to U.S.-Japan relations and cultural exchanges
5. Must not have received an AAJUW scholarship previously
NECESSARY DOCUMENTS
1. Scholarship Application Form (available on-line
http://www.aajuw.org )2. A current resume3. Official transcript(s)
for the past two years of study to be sent directly from the
college/university to
AAJUW Scholarship Committee4. Two letters of
recommendation, addressed to AAJUW Scholarship Committee. One must
be written by a
professor in your major field of study5. An essay on the topic
of what you hope to accomplish in your field of study and how this
will contribute to
improve U.S. – Japan relationship. Be specific in your essay to
clarify your ideas. It should not exceedtwo pages (8 ! x 11,
double-spaced) in English or in Japanese
DEADLINE AND SUBMISSION
All required documents including official transcripts and
letters of recommendation must be received by theCommittee by
September 30, 2016. Recipients will be notified by the first week
of December, 2016. If youhave any questions, please send e-mail to
[email protected] Mailing address to be used:
AAJUW Scholarship Committee3543 West Blvd.Los Angeles, CA
90016
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American Association of Japanese University Women
2016 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
(Please Type or Print)
Name of Applicant: Kanji:
Mailing Address:
Permanent Address:
Telephone No: Fax No:
E-mail Address:
Date of Birth: Birth Place:
Where did you learn about thescholarship?
Scholastic Record
Current College/University: City, State
Prior College/University: City, State
Undergraduate degree from: City, State
High School: City, State
Highest Degree Completed: AA, BA, BS, MA, MS, Other:
at (name of the school):
Major Field of Study:
Degree Objective: BA, BS, MA, MS, PhD, Other:
Present Academic Standing: Junior, Senior, Master Course, PhD
Course,Other:
Anticipated Completion Date of the Current Study
Program:
