APIA Scholars has distributed over
$150 million in scholarships

and provides mentoring services and leadership training so Scholars can transition from
classroom to the workforce.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to see that all Asian and Pacific Islander Americans have access to higher education and resources that cultivate their academic, personal and professional success regardless of their ethnicity, national origin or financial means.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of APIA students by providing them with resources that increase their access to higher education which serves as the foundation for their future success and contributions to a more vibrant America.

91%

PERSISTENCE RATE FOR APIA SCHOLARS

2/3

OF OUR CURRENT SCHOLARS LIVE AT OR BELOW THE POVERTY LEVEL

$150M

DISTRIBUTED IN SCHOLARSHIPS

7K+

STUDENTS HAVE RECEIVED SCHOLARSHIPS

Our People

The work of APIA Scholars would not be possible without the tireless efforts of Board of Directors, Advisory Council, volunteers, and staff.

Our People

The work of APIA Scholars would not be possible without the tireless efforts of Board of Directors, Advisory Council, volunteers, and staff.

Media Center

Looking for the latest and greatest news about APIA Scholars? Well look no further. Subscribe to our eNewsletter to stay up-to-date or connect with our team for any and all media inquiries.

MEDIA INQUIRES

To learn more, or for general
inquiries, check out APIA Scholars’ Media Center.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

APIA Scholars interim operating status & policies

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PRESS RELEASES

APIA Scholars strives to keep
you up-to-date. Visit our press page to learn more about our organization, our scholarship programs, and everything in-between.

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IN THE NEWS

Our ears our burning-get the latest scoop on APIA Scholars with links to 3rd party news articles.

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ENEWSLETTER

Find out about upcoming events, learn more about APIA Scholars’ opportunities and read profiles on our students and volunteers.

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MAILING LIST

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Congratulations to each of our
Scholarship Recipients!

Every year APIA students are selected after a rigorous application review process. We’re proud to welcome the next generation of scholarship recipients.

Congratulations to each of our
Scholarship Recipients!

Every year APIA students are selected after a rigorous application review process. We’re proud to welcome the next generation of scholarship recipients.

Commitment to Inclusivity

Since our founding in 2003, APIA Scholars is committed to inclusion as we advance our mission and vision. We believe that all Asian and Pacific Islander Americans should have access to higher education and resources regardless of their ethnicity, national origin, or financial means. We also recognize and celebrate the identities that our community members have as people, including their levels of physical ability, gender expression, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, and more.

Supporters

Learn more about the generous supporters behind APIA Scholars.

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Financials

We’re proud to say that 87% of our funding goes directly to our programs and services. Each year we’re audited by external agencies and have those reports open for public review.

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