The Student Government Association Merit Scholarship Award

The Student Government Association MERIT Scholarship is now available for Hostos students and is earned through academic achievements.
Six students will be selected and awarded up to $600 upon eligibility.

Eligibility Criteria:
● Must maintain a GPA of 3.0
● Demonstrated commitment to Community service
● Must obtain a letter of recommendation from either Hostos faculty and staff, work
or a community service agency
● With a minimum of 250 words & maximum of 500 words, answer ONE of the following questions:
1. How will graduating in your current study area help you make an impact/difference in our society under the current administration?
2. What inspired you to pursue your major?

Award: $600
Deadline: 12/15/24

PLEASE NOTE:
If nominated as a possible recipient of this scholarship, you must complete a W9 form to receive your scholarship award.

For questions and more information, please contact the Scholarship Office at (718) 518.4166 or mesquilin@hostos.cuny.edu.

Award
$600
Deadline
12/15/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please list all interesting and meaningful community service on and off-campus that you have participated in. List the most recent first.
  2. Please have a faculty or staff submit a recommendation letter on your behalf
  3. Please upload your essay