Provided by Jihoon Rim Foundation
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Annual scholarship awarding $10,000 to selected undergraduate students of Korean descent who attend colleges in specified Northeastern/Mid-Atlantic states. Awards include mentorship, an award reception in New York City, and alumni/regional events. The 2026 cycle selects 20 scholars; award is paid in two installments ($5,000 at the award reception on 2026-04-11 and $5,000 in Sept 2027 upon verification of full-time enrollment).
Award amount
$10,000
Number of awards
20 awards available
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
January 31, 2026
Time to apply
60+ min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student in a 4-year college program as of the application deadline
Enrolled full-time for the 2026-2027 academic year (required to receive second installment)
Attend a college in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, or Washington, D.C.
Be of Korean descent and either a U.S. Citizen (Korean-American) or a U.S. Permanent Resident
Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Attend the award reception in New York City on April 11, 2026
Submit resume/CV, personal essay (up to 1,000 words), one letter of recommendation, college transcript (official or copy), and FAFSA Submission Summary (2025-26 or 2026-27) via the online application form
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Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
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