The Kwanzaa Scholarship

The Kwanzaa scholarship is an opportunity for a student who shares a deep and abiding interest in the African Diaspora. This award is open to full-time and part-time students who have already completed at least 12 credits.
Additional Criteria:
Must have a 2.0 GPA or higher
Students must submit an essay highlighting their life experiences and what led them to seek a college degree
*How have you demonstrated the following four Kwanzaa principles? Make sure to answer each part in detail.
1. Umoja – unity
2. kujichagulia – self-determination
3. nia – purpose
4. kuumba – creativity
*Submit two recommendation letters from faculty or staff at Hostos or within CUNY
*The selected recipient will be required to attend the Kwanzaa Celebration ceremony to be celebrated in December. More details about the event will follow.
Your personal statement will be considered and should be different from the essay required to qualify for this scholarship.
All applications and reference letters must be submitted on or before the deadline.
*Once awarded, this scholarship is a one-time opportunity.
All applications and required materials must be submitted online through the scholarship system. Paper applications will not be accepted, and incomplete applications will not be considered.
For questions or assistance in the application process, contact the scholarship office at mesquilin@hostos.cuny.edu or (718) 518-4166.