Frequently Asked Questions
Eligibility and Application
I am an international student studying in the US. Am I still eligible to apply for the scholarship?
– Yes. You do not have to be US citizen or permanent resident to apply for the Youngnak Scholarships.
I am planning to enroll as part time status. Am I eligible to apply?
– No. The eligibility criteria include the full time status in the coming academic years.
I received a scholarship last year. Can I apply again?
– Yes. As long as you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply.
Can I submit essays in Korean?
– No. Please keep in mind that the purpose of the scholarship is to recognize and promote Korean-American Christian leadership.
Academic transcript
I’m currently a first year college student. Do you require my high school transcript?
– We need your most recent college transcript(s) showing your grades and also your current (spring semester or quarter) showing the classes you are currently enrolled in. Your high school transcript is not mandatory, but must enter your high school cumulative GPA under “FORM 3. ACADEMIC HISTORY”, High School section.
When is the deadline?
– All applicants are required to submit an official transcript when applying for the scholarship.
Only digitally certified official transcripts issued directly by the school or an official transcript provider will be accepted.
Submission Method:
The transcript must be sent directly from the school or transcript provider to the following email:
– Email: transcript@youngnak.com
Important Notes:
– Scanned copies, unofficial transcripts, internet grade printouts, or screenshots submitted by the student will NOT be accepted.
– Only official transcripts electronically sent directly from the institution will fulfill the requirement.
Recipient Notifications
When will the recipient be announced?
– The recipients will be announced during the second week of July at www.youngnak.com. (Please be sure to check www.youngnak.com) The recipients will be invited to the Scholarship Banquet and Scholarship Award Service on August. Additionally, the recipients will be requested to submit an official confirmation of their full-time status. The specific instructions will be sent to your email.
How much an individual award be?
– The exact amount will be determined by the number of selected recipients. We anticipate that the average individual award will be at least $1,000 for General Scholarship, Seminary Scholarship and CYL Scholarship. Rev. Ke Yong Kim Memorial Scholarship (at least $5,000 each) will be awarded and Anna Mission Group Scholarship (at least $3,000 each) will be awarded.
Dates & Deadlines
March 17, Monday: Application acceptance start
April 30, Wednesday: Application due *
TBD: Scholarship recipient announcement *
TBD: Scholarship Banquet **
TBD: Scholarship Service **
* It is also the deadline for RECEIPT of official transcripts or supporting documents
* Recipient annoucement and banquet dates are tentative.
Contact
Youngnak Scholarship Committee
Youngnak Church of Los Angeles
1721 N. Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90031
323-227-1400
info@youngnakscholarship.org