1. PRESS RELEASE
Asian American Real Estate Association is proud to announce the 2012
scholarship program. The purpose of the AAREA Scholarship is to
recognize and to assist outstanding high school graduates and college
students for their academic achievements and to reduce their financial
burdens for college. Scholarship award is selected on the basis of academic
achievement, financial need and community involvement. A maximum of
five scholarships will be awarded this year.
The scholarship recipients will be recognized in 2012 AAREA Spring Gala
on February 28, 2012 in Ocean Palace Restaurant.
The deadline for the 2012 AAREA scholarship application is January 10,
2011. For scholarship application and information, please visit our website
www.aarea.us or contact scholarship coordinator Jackson Chang @
Jackson@panjackson.com or (713) 965-9060.

2. ASIAN AMERICAN REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATION
2011 SCHOLARSHIP
About AAREA Scholarship
AAREA scholarship program is funded by Asian American Real Estate Association to recognize
and assist outstanding high school graduates of Asian American to reduce financial burdens for
college. Scholarship award is selected on the basis of financial need, academic achievement, and
community involvement. The recipient will be awarded a total of $1,000.
Eligibility
1. American citizen of Asian decent. (at least one parent)
2. Parent(s) or guardian(s) must be AAREA member(s) with good standing.
3. U.S. high school graduating seniors or college students.
4. Has a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 weighted scale.
5. Will enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time for the entire academic year 2012-
2013.
6. Can demonstrate financial need for college tuition, book & supplies and expenses.
Documents Required
1. A completed AAREA Scholarship application form.
2. Copy of official high school transcript.
3. Two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, and/or other advisors.
4. An essay with maximum of 500 words stating why you should be awarded our
scholarship. Please include:
 Financial need for this scholarship for educational purpose.
 Personal and academic achievements. Give specific examples.
 Academic plans and career goals. Give specific examples.
 Past and current involvement, as well as future plans, toward making a difference in
your community.
Application Process & Award Announcement
1. Please send your application package to Asian American Real Estate Association,
Attention Scholarship Program, P.O. Box 1762, Alief, TX 77411-1762.
2. Applications & all supporting documents must be postmarked by January 10, 2012 for
application to be considered
3. Interview will be part of the application process for all semi-finalists.
4. Scholarship winner for the 2012 Scholarship program will be announced on or about
January 17, 2012.
5. Scholarship will be awarded at the AAREA Annual Spring Gala on January 28, 2012 at
Ocean Palace Restaurant.
Please Contact Us
For scholarship application and information, please visit our website www.aarea.us or contact
scholarship coordinator: Jackson Chang @ jackson@panjackson.com or (713) 965-9060.

3. Asian American Real Estate Association
Scholarship Application Form
Last First Middle
Name:________________________________________________________________________
Social Security No: _______________Male: Female: Date of Birth: ___________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________
Home Telephone: _______________________ Email Address:_______________________
Parent or Guardian: ___________________________________________________________
High School: __________________________________________________________________
School Address:________________________________________________________________
School Counselor: ________________________School Phone No:____________________
High School GPA weighted 4.0 scales: ___________________________________________
College You Plan to Attend: ________________________ Major:_________________
(Please attach copy of acceptance letter if applicable)
Extracurricular Activities in High School: (Attach additional sheet if needed)
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Financial Documents included: (Please indicate what documents have been attached)
1040 Tax return: __Free/Reduced Lunch Program: __Others:_______________________
Please check your household income:
Below $15,000: ___ $15,001-$30,000: ___ $30,001-$50,000: ___ Above $50,000: ___
Number of People in Your Household: ______________________________________
Two References: (attach letters of recommendation)
Name Relationship Phone Number: Address
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
I certify that the information contained in this application is true.
Applicant’s signature: ____________________________________ Date: ____________
Parent(s) or
Guardian(s) signature: ____________________________________ Date: ____________
ALL FORMS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS MUST POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN JAN. 10, 2012.