Celebrating 10 Years of Scholarship and Success!
Founded in 2015, The Banyan Scholarship has proudly supported the dreams of 44 students, empowering them to achieve academic excellence. As we celebrate our 10th anniversary in 2025, we look forward to continuing our mission of transforming lives and building brighter futures for years to come.
BANYAN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FOR SOUTH ASIAN AMERICANS
The Banyan College Scholarship for South Asian Americans is dedicated to students from low-income families who are in their senior year of high school in New York City. Scholarship recipients will be selected based on financial and academic eligibility. Applicants should also demonstrate a commitment to making a difference in the lives of those around them. Grants between $2,000 and $10,000 will be awarded annually for up to five students, and may be renewable for a total of four years based on good academic standing.
ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Till date, 44 students have received the Banyan College Scholarship. These students belong to various South Asian communities in New York City and embody the spirit of the award. Click on the link below to read more about these Banyan scholars.
ELIGIBILITY
Students must fulfill the following requirements to apply:
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Be of South Asian origin or descent (countries include India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Nepal)
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Be a senior in high school in New York City
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Be a citizen, national or permanent resident of the U.S.
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Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
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Show annual family household income to be below $100,000
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Have two recommendation letters submitted on their behalf
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Be applying to full-time undergraduate programs in a U.S. accredited 4-year college or university for Fall 2025
APPLICATION PROCESS
SELECTION PROCESS
The complete application, including supporting documentation, must be submitted online by Friday
March 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST.
The selection committee will review applications and contact finalists for an in-person interview in April 2025. Finalists will be required to submit a copy of their FAFSA Student Aid Report, high school transcript and other supporting materials. Award decisions will be announced in May 2025.
BANYAN SCHOLARSHIP TIMELINE
2024-2025
November 26, 2024
1
Application Opens
Application launches in November. Create an account and start your application.
March 21, 2025
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Application Closes
Deadline to submit application is March 21, 2025. Have 2 letters of recommendations submitted two weeks after deadline.
April 2025
3
Interview Invites
In-person interview invitations are extended to finalists after a comprehensive review of their application.
May 2025
4
Final Selection
Finalists are announced and will be asked to submit a copy of their FAFSA, transcript, and additional supporting documents.
Any questions?
Email us at info@banyanscholarship.org