Personal Statement

Statement of Purpose:

• think about your academic and professional goals and how it is necessary to gain first-hand exposure to and understanding of Asia and its peoples and culture. Your focus might be cultural and/or language. 

       Preference will be given to students who: 

• Participate in language study that will enhance their ability to engage with the host culture. 
• Enroll in a study abroad program with at least 20 hours per week of class time, incorporating the study of an East or Southeast Asian language, culture, and history. 
• Participate in a study abroad programs taught by host country faculty members. 
• Demonstrate sincere interest in incorporating East or Southeast Asian Studies into future academic and/or professional plans. 

Financial Need:

• personalize who you are and why you personally or your family needs this scholarship to achieve your goals. 

Service Project Proposal:

• how will you share your overseas study abroad experiences and promote interest in study abroad in East and Southeast Asia on our campuses and/or in your communities.  
• What skills do you bring and how are they needed by SF State or the community to increase interest and participation in studying Asian culture and/or language abroad?

Something about my background:

I am going to South Korea for the coming semester. I want to apply this schloarship in order to deduct my family's pressure. I think this is a good opportunity that can support my expense in South Korea.