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Sejong Scholarship Foundation of America
2026 Scholarship

Scholarships

Need- and merit-based scholarships for full-time high-school and college students in the DMV area.

Applications closed Deadline: Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Who can apply

Students in the DMV area

Full-time students enrolled at high schools or undergraduate college programs in the Fall 2026 semester in Washington D.C., Maryland, or Virginia.

Students outside the DMV area

Full-time students enrolled elsewhere in the U.S. whose parents live in the DMV area and filed the prior year's income taxes accordingly.

Not eligible

Graduate-school students and international students.

Required materials (5 uploads)

Upload exactly five files — one per item. Combine multiple proofs for one item into a single file. Use clear filenames, e.g. Lastname_Firstname_OfficialTranscript.pdf.

  1. 1
    Official verification of enrollment
    An OFFICIAL document issued by your current institution for the Fall semester, showing that you are a full-time student.
  2. 2
    Official transcript
    An OFFICIAL transcript showing your academic achievement for at least one full year. New transfers/freshmen should submit their previous institution's transcript.
  3. 3
    Income tax return
    The most recent return with a DMV-area address. If a dependent, submit your parents' return listing you. If independent, submit your return plus a brief statement justifying your financial independence.
  4. 4
    Self-introduction video (≤ 3 min)
    A concise presentation video as if applying for an internship/job you're passionate about. Visit onetonline.org, search your target job, open the Details tab, and identify the most significant Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Present your strengths and how you'll address weaknesses. Evaluated on: (a) content quality — alignment & depth of self-assessment; (b) presentation effectiveness — persuasiveness & professionalism; (c) action plan — strategy for growth.
  5. 5
    Verification / evidence of service, leadership, employment, licenses, or certificates
    Combine items into one file. Claims alone don't receive credit — include proof. Examples: language certifications (TOPIK, JLPT, ASL); practical skills (lifeguarding, food service, First Aid/CPR, skilled trades); full/part-time work or internships; community service for non-profits, religious orgs, or schools; leadership roles in sports teams, work groups, or student organizations.

How it works

  1. 1
    Create an account
    Register and sign in to your applicant dashboard.
  2. 2
    Complete the application
    Fill in your details, write your personal statement, and upload your five documents.
  3. 3
    Submit before the deadline
    Review and submit. You'll receive a confirmation email.
  4. 4
    Await results
    Our committee reviews every application; recipients are notified by email and celebrated at our award ceremony.