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2025 Uchina Junior Study Scholarship application is open!

2025 Uchina Junior Study

 

Dear Las Vegas Okinawan Club members, 

For any of our Okinawan youth who are interested in applying for the 2025 Uchina Junior Study program, please review the forwarded email and attachments. 

This is the application information for the 2025 Uchina Junior Study program. Please let me know by Thursday, March 13, 2025 if your Uchinanchu (Okinawan) youth is interested in applying. Please also submit your essay and application to me by Thursday, March 13, 2025. 

A potential candidate shall have a good character and is in good standing with Las Vegas Okinawan Club and is willing and able to represent our club, be willing and able to volunteer at our club events and outreach events between May 2025 through May 2026 and also willing and able to learn at least one of the Okinawan traditional performing arts such as Okinawan taiko, sanshin, karate, Okinawa traditional dance, etc. 

Please take a careful review of the attached documents when considering to apply in case you or your child would like to apply. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me by replying to this email. 

Thank you!

2025 Uchina Junior Study Program Application is Open!

2024 Uchina Junior Study Program Application is Open!

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Public Education Foundation - Scholarship Opportunities (Dea

Our Vision

Our vision is to create a world where every child has access to quality education, healthcare, and basic needs. We believe that by investing in children, we are investing in the future of our society.

Our community partners, Asian Community Development Council and 9th Island Cultural Club of Las Vegas, are offering scholarship opportunities through the Public Education Foundation's scholarship program! Please check the information below if you have students: 

Cox and Asian Community Development Council Diversity Scholarship

Seniors of Asian/Pacific Islander descent with a 2.5 or higher GPA planning to attend an accredited college or university full-time may apply for this scholarship. Students may be a senior at a charter, private, or CCSD Nevada high school and must demonstrate leadership skills and community service. One scholarship in the amount of $3,500 will be offered. Students may apply for multiple Cox Diversity scholarships, but may only be awarded/receive one.

Verification of college enrollment (class schedule) will be required during the summer before a check is mailed to the college. Scholarship funds must be applied toward tuition, fees and other appropriate educational expenses. These funds will be disbursed in equal payments over two semesters.

https://thepef.academicworks.com/opportunities/13321

DonorCox CommunicationsAward$3,500.00Deadline01/31/2024Supplemental Questions

  1. Are you of Asian/Pacific Islander descent?
  2. Essay - Please write a brief essay (450-500 words) about a significant Asian/Pacific Islander leader in the Southern Nevada community.
  3. Please upload a letter of recommendation from a community or faith based organization which speaks to your volunteerism with their organization.
  4. Please upload a letter of recommendation that reflects on your leadership qualities and abilities.
  5. Please upload your resume.
  6. Please upload your most current transcript (unofficial).


Aloha Scholarship by 9th Island Cultural Club of Las Vegas 

College bound seniors living in Clark County, Nevada, who plan to enroll in an accredited trade/vocational school, college, or university as a full-time student may apply for this scholarship. Students must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher, may be a senior at a charter, private, or CCSD high school, and must be working toward a degree in their chosen field. Applicants will be judged on prior academic performance, recommendations, an essay on reasons for applying for the scholarship, and participation in community and school activities. Two scholarships in the amount of $750 each will be awarded to a student pursuing a 4-year degree. Two scholarships in the amount of $500 each will be awarded to a student pursuing a trade/vocational degree.

Verification of college enrollment (class schedule) will be required during the summer before a check is mailed to the college. Scholarship funds must be applied toward tuition, fees and other appropriate educational expenses. These funds will be disbursed in equal payments over two semesters.

Donor9th Island Cultural Club of Las VegasAwardVariedDeadline01/31/2024Supplemental Questions

  1. Essay - Please provide an essay summarizing the reasons for applying for this scholarship, why you are deserving of this scholarship, and how the scholarship will be utilized.
  2. Please provide a list of Community and/or School activities you have participated in.
  3. Please upload your most current transcript (unofficial).
  4. Please upload a "Financial Need Letter" explaining why you need assistance with your college/school expenses.
  5. Please provide a copy of your letter of admission to an accredited college or trade/vocational school.
  6. Please upload a letter of recommendation from an individual not related to you and who is in good standing in the community (e.g. high school counselor, teacher, employer, scoutmaster, member of the clergy, etc.).

https://thepef.academicworks.com/opportunities/13153

All Other Scholarship Opportunities 

The Public Education Foundation’s 2023-2024 scholarship cycle is from October 1, 2023 until January 31, 2024.

https://thepef.academicworks.com/opportunities?utf8=%E2%9C%93&term=

ICLC Uchinancu Youth Scholarship Program

Commemorating our 40th Anniversary

The foundation of ICLC began 40 years ago with the teaching
of Japanese to the Nikkeis of Okinawan descent.
By providing knowledge about the culture and language, we have prepared students to join and adapt to Okinawan and Japanese society.

To celebrate this 40th anniversary, we have launched a
scholarship program for the Nikkei Uchinanchu,
both to contribute to the development of the future uchinanchu network, and for scholarship recipients to deepen their
knowledge of Okinawan culture and its roots.

Visit the website for further information, https://www.iclc-uchinaa-program.com/

Scholarship

Full Scholarship

Admission: October 2024

Duration: 1 year

Intake: 3 students

Coverage: 100% of tuition

*Entrance, visa application, insurance, health check-up, dorm, flight and living expenses are not included.

Normal School Expense:

861,000 yen

With Full Scholarship:

117,000 yen
(Above expense includes entrance, visa application, student insurance and health check-up fee)

Half Scholarship

Admission: October 2024

Duration: 1 year

Intake: 3 students

Coverage: 50% of tuition

*Entrance, visa application, insurance, health check-up, dorm, flight and living expenses are not included.

Normal School Expense:

861,000 yen

With Half Scholarship:

504,000 yen
(Above expense includes 50% tuition, entrance, visa application, student insurance and health check-up fee)

Application Eligibility

  1. Those with family roots in Okinawa (non-Japanese nationals).
  2. Those who are up to 33 years of age.
    *At time of application
  3. Those who are physically and mentally healthy.
  4. Those who have a clear motivation to learn about Okinawa and its culture.
  5. Those who are motivated to study Japanese.
  6. Those who agree to cooperating in public relations activities related to this program.
    *Social media posts, tv interviews, etc.
  7. Those who agree to ICLC’s school terms.
    *See page 8 on Application Guide​
  8. Applicants who meet the visa requirements below:
    • Those who have completed high school education or higher
    • Those who have a financial sponsor (family member/relative or self-sponsoring)
    • The sponsor must have enough living funds (2 million yen in bank account)

Scholarship Opportunities

Public Education Foundation - Scholarship Opportunities (Deadline: January 31, 2024)

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2024 Uchina Junior Study Program Application is Open! Text (702) 350-2689 for inquiries!

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