⚠️ This scholarship is no longer accepting applications. Closed April 3, 2026
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Dr. Thomas T. Yatabe Memorial Scholarship

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deadline Due: April 3, 2026
pencil No essay
graduates No min. GPA required

Eligibility

Dr. Thomas T. Yatabe Memorial Scholarship, with an application deadline in April, offers numerous awards that vary in amount.

Description

The Dr. Thomas T. Yatabe Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of Dr. Thomas T. Yatabe, the first elected National President of the JACL. The scholarship is for undergraduate students. Applicants must be attending college, university, trade school, business school, or any other institution of higher learning within the United States in the Fall of 2026. Students deferring enrollment will not qualify for the 2026 scholarship program. Every applicant must be an active National JACL member. JACL membership is open to everyone of any ethnic background. Applicants must hold an Individual or Student/Youth Membership. A Couple/Family membership by a parent will not meet this requirement. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Japanese American Citizens League for more information.