The Ko Family Scholarship

Purpose

To purpose of the Fund is to provide scholarship support to eligible Georgia State University (GSU) students.

By establishing this Fund, the Donor wishes to extend opportunities and support others whose backgrounds are similar to that of the Donor and who may face similar struggles and challenges to those the Donor had encountered, with the ultimate purpose of supporting GSU’s goal of promoting a diverse student body, which is key to its educational mission.

Scholarship Criteria

While each candidate’s qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, the candidate for this scholarship award must meet the following criteria:

• Be enrolled and in good academic standing at GSU with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
• Be an international student from an Asian or Pacific Island country or a student affiliated with one of the Asian Studies student organizations at GSU.
• Submit an essay of at least 500 words demonstrating leadership, multicultural understanding, and a commitment to global citizenship.