The Kihwa Scholarship was established to support the dreams of college and graduate school students who demonstrate dedication to academic achievement and community service but face difficult circumstances. The scholarship was named after its founder, the late Ms. Kihwa Kwak, and this year marks its 20th year of giving back to the community. The Kihwa Scholarship awards a total of $6,000 each year to 2 recipients ($3,000 per student) for the following academic year.
Eligible Applicants
Current undergraduate or graduate school students
– must have completed their first year at a 4-year college
– must be able to attend the award ceremony in-person
Required Materials
Complete Application Form
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Two Letters of Recommendation
Most Current Official Transcript(s)
Personal Statement
Proof of 100 Volunteer Hours
Timeline
Application Due Thursday, May 25
Decision Letters Friday, June 30
Award Ceremony Friday, August 11 at 10:00 am
Ceremony Location AWCA (9 Genesee Ave, Teaneck, NJ 07666)
All required materials, including Letters of recommendation and Proof of community service, must be received by AWCA by Thursday, May 25.
Email : AWCA main account (info@awcanj.org)
subject line: “2023 AWCA Kihwa 2023 App Applicant Name”
Mail : AWCA 9 Genesee Ave. Teaneck, NJ 07666
attn: “2023 AWCA Kihwa 2023 App Applicant Name”
CONTACT US
SAMUEL OH
Communications & Youth Program Director
Monday–Friday 9am–5pm
201-862-1665 | sam@awcanj.org
