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Dr. C.L. Gupta Young Scholars Award

Funded by
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Raj Gupta
$1,500
2 winners, $750 each
Open
Application Deadline
Nov 15, 2024
Winners Announced
Dec 15, 2024
Education Level
Undergraduate, Graduate
2
Contributions
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate or graduate student
Financial Status:
Low-income
Background:
High standardized test scores

Dr. Chaman L. Gupta dedicated his life to supporting his family and contributing to society through numerous charitable donations. We establish this award to continue his legacy of helping students worldwide.

Many exceptional individuals are held back from their dreams due to the circumstances they’re born into, with financial strife often being a limiting factor. However, adversity does not have to be the end of the story. Through perseverance and discipline, anything is possible, regardless of the challenges faced along the way.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Dr. Chaman L. Gupta by supporting students who have excelled in their academics despite facing hardship.

Any low-income undergraduate or graduate student who has earned high standardized test scores may apply for this scholarship opportunity.

To apply, tell us about your personal background, examples of academic achievement, your career goals, your financial need, and how this scholarship would help you.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Need
Published July 15, 2024
Essay Topic

Write an essay highlighting several key aspects:

1. Personal background and challenges - describe the personal and financial challenges you have faced, emphasizing how these challenges have shaped your academic journey and determination. Focus on core values. 

2. Academic achievement - discuss your academic accomplishments, especially focusing on your performance in standardized tests (SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT) and how you have excelled despite facing adversity.

3. Career goals and aspirations - outline your future ambitions and how receiving this scholarship would help you achieve your educational and career objectives.

4. Financial need - clearly articulate your financial need and how receiving the scholarship would alleviate your financial burden, allowing you to focus more on your studies and personal growth.

5. Impact - describe how you plan to contribute positively to your community or field of study in the future, illustrating the potential impact of your education and career path.

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Nov 15, 2024. Winners will be announced on Dec 15, 2024.