| US Scholarships · Academic Year 2026–2027 |
Know a Student Who Qualifies?
AEF Scholarship Applications
Are Now Open
For 75 years, the Armenian Educational Foundation has invested in the next generation of Armenian leaders. This year, we’re awarding scholarships totaling over $39,000 to Armenian students studying at colleges and universities across the United States.
If you know a student of Armenian heritage who could benefit, please pass this along. The deadline to apply is May 15 — and a word from someone they trust can make all the difference. |
This Year’s Programs
Who Can Apply
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| 3 Awards · $3,000 each · Undergraduate
Richard R. Tufenkian Scholarship
For Armenian undergraduate students enrolled at an accredited US college or university. Requires Armenian heritage, US residency, min. 3.0 GPA, demonstrated financial need, and active involvement in the Armenian community. |
| 2 Awards · $3,000 each · Graduate
Makarian-Arakelians Scholarship
For Armenian graduate students majoring in Music or Performing Arts at an accredited US college, conservatory, or university. Same eligibility requirements plus declared Music or Performing Arts major. |
| 7 Awards · $3,000 each · Undergraduate & Graduate
AEF Sponsored Scholarship
Open to Armenian undergraduate and graduate students at an accredited US institution in any field of study. Requires Armenian heritage, US residency, min. 3.0 GPA, demonstrated financial need, and active Armenian community involvement. |
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| Application Window
April 1 – May 15, 2026
Applications submitted at aef.org |
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| Every year, students miss out simply because they didn’t know the opportunity was available. If someone comes to mind, we hope you’ll send this their way — or share it with your network. The Armenian community has always lifted its students forward together. |
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All three programs accept applications directly at aef.org. The committee reviews all submissions and places applicants in the appropriate program based on eligibility. |
Administered Through Schools & Organizations
Institutional Awards
The following awards are funded by AEF but administered directly by each participating institution. Recipients are selected by their school or organization — no application is required. |
| 4 Awards · $1,000 each
Committee for Armenian Students in Public Schools (CASPS)
Awarded to high school seniors in the Glendale and surrounding area with the highest GPA from each participating school, pursuing undergraduate education. |
| 4 Awards · $1,000 each
Armenian High School Scholarships
Awarded to high school seniors at the following Armenian schools in the Los Angeles area pursuing undergraduate education:
- Jack Arakelian Scholarship — Armenian Mesrobian High School
- Khachik Shatikian Memorial Scholarship — Holy Martyrs Ferrahian High School
- Alex Pilibos Memorial Scholarship — Rose and Alex Pilibos Armenian High School
- Joseph Perumean Memorial Scholarship — AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian High School
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| 8 Awards · $1,000 each
Glendale Community College Scholarships
Awarded to students of Armenian origin attending Glendale Community College who are transferring to a four-year university. High academic achievement and proof of community service required.
For application details and deadlines, contact Glendale Community College directly. |
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