Cecilia Moy Yep Scholarship Fund
The Cecilia Moy Yep Scholarship Fund was established in 1994 by the Asian American Women’s Coalition to recognize female Asian American high school students who have made a positive and lasting impact on our local community through their service and leadership. The scholarship will help finance post-high school education. Multiple scholarships are awarded each year in varying amounts.
2024 Application
To apply, please download and fill out the Scholarship Application (editable PDF)
Scholarship Application Eligibility Requirements
Students who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for a scholarship:
All students selected for a scholarship must attend the AAWC Scholarship in person celebration in May/June 2024.
- Asian American Female high school 12th grade student graduating in May/June 2024.
- Live in one of the following Pennsylvania counties: Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery, Chester, or Bucks.
- Need financial assistance.
- Participate in community service and extracurricular activities.
- Minimum of 3.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
- Start college/university in Summer/Fall 2024.
All students selected for a scholarship must attend the AAWC Scholarship in person celebration in May/June 2024.
How to Apply
Mail/Email application and supporting materials by March 15, 2024, 11:59 P.M. Eastern Standard Time to:
AAWC
2024 Scholarship Committee
301 - 305 North 9th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Email: AAWCScholarship@gmail.com
NOTE: INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
You must submit all of the items listed below to complete your application packet:
AAWC
2024 Scholarship Committee
301 - 305 North 9th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Email: AAWCScholarship@gmail.com
NOTE: INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
You must submit all of the items listed below to complete your application packet:
- Completed application along with two short narrative responses.
- One recommendation from a teacher or community leader. A second recommendation is optional.
- High School Transcript.
- CSS PROFILE or FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Student Aid Report.
- Photo (optional)
- We recommend emailing your application and materials. PDF documents preferred.
For questions, please contact the Scholarship Selection Committee via email at AAWCScholarship@gmail.com