American Association of Japanese University Women

2016 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The American Association of Japanese University Women (AAJUW) is currently accepting applications for its
2016 scholarships. AAJUW was founded in 1970 to promote the education of women, as well as to
contribute to U.S. Japan relations, cultural exchanges, and development of leadership. Every year, since
the founding of the organization, scholarships have been awarded to outstanding female students. This year
each awardee will receive a $2,000 scholarship.

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Female student enrolled in an accredited California college or university
2. Has junior, senior or graduate standing in the school year 2016-2017
3. 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 a
contributor 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 resume
3. Official transcript(s) for the past two years of study to be sent directly from the college/university to
AAJUW Scholarship Committee
4. Two letters of recommendation, addressed to AAJUW Scholarship Committee. One must be written by a
professor in your major field of study
5. 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 exceed
two 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 the
Committee by September 30, 2016. Recipients will be notified by the first week of December, 2016. If you
have any questions, please send e-mail to aajuwscholar@gmail.com Mailing address to be used:
AAJUW Scholarship Committee
3543 West Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016

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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 the

scholarship?

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: