The Hsiao Memorial Economics Scholarship was created in honor of Liang-Lin Hsiao, an 89-year-old Emeryville, California, resident who passed away on May 21, 2009, in his waterfront apartment.
He taught economics at Indiana State University from 1959 until his retirement in 1985, at which point he moved to California. He was born on September 17, 1919, in Swatow, Canton, China.
During the war, National Southwest United University, Kunming (a conglomeration of Peking, Tsinghua, and Nankai Universities), was his place of education. It is awarded to a graduate student at a college or institution with a US campus who is pursuing a graduate degree in economics.
Chinese students are given preference, and applicants must have at least 50% Asian heritage. Students interested in a career in academia (teaching or research) are also given more weight.
Academic Scholarship The Hsiao Memorial Economics Scholarship description is as follows
- Year of Need: First Year, Second Year, Third Year, and Above Third Year,
- Type: Needs-Based
- Maximum Award: 1,000 Minimum Award: 1,000
- Number of Awards: One
- Website: http://www.asianpacificfund.org;
- Deadline: not stated
Information
Sponsor: Asian Pacific Fund
Address: 465 California Street, Suite 809, San Francisco, California 94104
 Contact: (415) 395-9985
Website: http://www.asianpacificfund.org/student-applicant-information
Email: contact@asianpacificfund.org
Qualifications Conditions
The following criteria must be met:
- Age, grade level, minimum GPA, needed financial need,
- Residency (U.S. resident or foreign national), and graduation student enrolled in a US-based college or university in 2016–17.
- Nationality: US, foreign, or resident
- Education: Must enroll in a US-based institution or university for the academic year 2016–17.
- Major/Career: Earning a graduate degree in economics; Academic careers (teaching or research) will be prioritized; research and study topics that benefit Asian Americans or Asians will be given special attention, especially those who are in need of financial or social support.
- Ethnicity: Students with at least 50% Asian origin and Chinese descent are preferred.
Application Details
Transcript: Essential Curriculum Vitae/Activities: Essential Essay: Write a brief essay answering each of the prompts. Your text must be in 12-point font, single-spaced. At the top of the page, put your name and the name of the scholarship program. Kindly include the word count following each essay.
- Tell us about yourself, your goals for the future, your goals in school and the workplace, and the ways that your Asian heritage has shaped or inspired you. A word count of 250–500 is advised;
-  Describe how the coursework and experiences you had as an undergraduate impacted your choice to go to graduate school. Please provide the rationale behind your graduate program choice. A word count of 150–200 is advised;
- What is your main field of study, interest in theory, or area of research? What draws you in to this field or area of expertise? What piqued your interest in this? If you have conducted any studies, kindly provide specifics. A word count of 250–500 is advised;
- Academically oriented candidates will be given precedence. Could you briefly summarize your previous teaching experience? What kind of academic environment do you think you would thrive in after completing your graduate studies? Word count recommendations: 150–200;
- OPTIONAL: Would you like to share any other details with us, such as any unusual personal or familial circumstances that might have affected your involvement in extracurricular activities at school, work experience, or academic performance?
Letters of recommendation: Two recommendation letters from mentors, instructors, or counselors. You ought to ask them to write about their experiences working with you as a student and how well you fulfill the scholarship program’s requirements.
Please ensure that your first and last names, along with the name of the scholarship program, are mentioned by the individual submitting the recommendation letter.
Additional Resources: In the event that they are chosen, finalists must provide an official transcript of grades and an FAFSA student aid report (or other documentation confirming financial information).
Contact Details:
Phone: (415) 395-9985
Email: scholarship@asianpacificfund.org
Frequently Asked Questions on Scholarship Website
How do I find out if I’m eligible to submit an application for a scholarship?
The eligibility conditions for each scholarship program are listed here and on the first page of each application. Please make sure you read each program’s eligibility requirements in order to identify the program or programs for which you qualify.
Do you only accept applications from graduating seniors in high school?
No, while a large number of our scholarships are awarded to high school seniors who are about to graduate (sometimes referred to as “incoming college freshmen”), we also offer awards to those who are enrolled in college right now (often referred to as “current undergraduates”).
Are there any scholarships available to graduate students?
The Hsiao Memorial Social Sciences Scholarship is available to graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in the social sciences or economics. We currently only offer this reward to graduate students.
Are there any scholarships accessible to international students?
Only students enrolled in American colleges and institutions are eligible for our awards. Please review the residency requirements listed in the scholarship program’s eligibility requirements.
Is it possible for me to apply for many scholarships?
You are allowed to apply for as many scholarships as you like, provided that you fulfill the prerequisites for each program and submit a different application for each.
My interpretation of the eligibility requirements and application deadline deviates from the information provided on the Asian Pacific Fund website. What is the website with the most accurate data?
For official deadlines and conditions, see www.asianpacificfund.org, the website of the Asian Pacific Fund. There may be outdated listings on other websites with inaccurate application dates and eligibility conditions.
When is the scholarship application deadline?
The dates for each program’s deadlines are listed on the cover page of every scholarship application. Kindly remember this and ensure that your application materials are sent to the address provided below by the time your local post office closes.
[Program Name for Scholarship]
Asian Pacific Fund San Francisco,
California 94104; 465 California Street, Suite 809.
Note that a lot of post offices close by five o’clock.
What kinds of essays do I have to write?
Each scholarship application requires a short essay (between 250 and 500 words) to be completed. Students get the opportunity to talk about their goals for their education and careers, their community service, their financial needs, and their personal struggles through the essay questions. Kindly base your responses on the application’s essay prompts.
What details ought to my professor, instructor, or guidance counselor include in their recommendation letter?
We ask that they write about their experiences as a student working with you and on how well you fulfill the scholarship standards.
How can I turn in a reference letter from my professor, teacher, or counselor?
Ensure that the title of the scholarship program appears on the letter of recommendation along with your first and last names. They can select one of the following options:
• Mail the letter directly to: Scholarship Manager, Asian Pacific Fund, 465 California Street, Suite 809, San Francisco, CA 94104 by the postmark date.
 Enclose the letter with your other application documents and mail the application as a packet to Asian Pacific Fund.
If I’m applying to multiple scholarship programs, do I have to submit the required documents for each program separately?
Indeed. Since each application is assessed separately for each program, you must submit the pertinent documentation for every application.
How quickly will I find out how my application was received?
You will receive an email or letter informing you of the status of your application.
Further questions? You should email Scholarship@AsianPacificFund.org.
