Cecilia Moy Yep Scholarship

Background:

The Asian American Women's Coalition (AAWC) is a multi-cultural group dedicated to the concerns of all Asian American Women. The AAWC was formed in 1987, as the result of a very successful collaboration of the community and the Balch Institute of Ethnic Studies to sponsor the exhibit, "Chinese Women of America 1834-1982".

In 1995, AAWC established the Cecilia Moy Yep Scholarship Fund to assist financially disadvantaged Asian American female students to advance themselves in their chosen field of endeavor. In 1996, AAWC celebrated their tenth anniversary and awarded their first scholarship. There are currently 28 college students being assisted by AAWC and over 30 have received one year financial awards.

Eligibility:

Demonstration of financial need (applicant and family’s tax returns) - Form 1040 or equivalent.
Attachments not necessary
Must be a senior at a high school located within the Delaware Valley
Maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale (official school transcript)
Extracurricular activities and community service
Two recommendations (at least one from a teacher)