Amount: $1,000 - $2,000
Deadline: April 15 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
JANM provides scholarships to Japanese American students who are committed to preserving and sharing Japanese American history and culture.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Demographic: asian
- Must be of Japanese American descent
- demonstrate an interest in Japanese American history, culture, or community
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essay on Japanese American history/culture
- Transcripts
- Recommendation letters
Timeline
Applications open in February and close in April. Notifications in June.
Tips
Show a deep personal connection to Japanese American history and culture in your essay. Highlight any involvement with JANM or similar organizations.