Purdue University

John and Emma Tse Fund for Global Scholars

Through the generosity of John and Emma Tse, the John and Emma Tse Fund for Global Scholars has been established to assist undergraduate students in the College of Consumer and Family Sciences (CFS) with costs associated with study abroad. Recipients of this scholarship will be recognized as Tse Scholars.

Up to $20,000 in scholarship money will be awarded annually. Individual scholarship amounts range from $1,000 to $3,000.

Eligibility

• CFS undergraduate students participating in Purdue University study abroad programs
• Applicants must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale)

Application Process

Tse Scholars are selected by a committee comprised of:

• Faculty and staff from CFS academic departments
• CFS Alumni and Development staff
• CFS Student Services staff
• CFS Diversity and International Programs staff

Application includes:

• Completed application

• Current resume

• Two-page (double-spaced) essay covering:
  • Why a study abroad experience is being pursued and how the experience relates to applicant’s educational objectives and career aspirations.
  • What applicant expects to gain from the experience.
  • Financial constraints currently facing applicant. If applicable, describe changes in financial standing (i.e. recent loss of income), additional family expenses due to illness or death, or other unique circumstances (i.e. non-contributing parent, loss of aid/scholarship, etc.).
  • How applicant will share the study abroad experience with others.
• Two written recommendations—one from Purdue faculty or staff. Recommendation should be sent directly to the contact address listed below and should include the completed recommendation form provided. Download and print recommendation form.

• Up-to-date transcript from Purdue University

Expectations

• Tse Scholars are expected to actively promote CFS Study Abroad programs and participate in the Study Abroad Forum.

• Tse Scholars are expected to correspond with the Tse family before, during, and/or after the study abroad experience.

• It is mandatory that all Tse Scholars attend the annual Tse Scholars reception.

Cancellation

CFS administrative staff will confirm applicant’s registration in a 2010 study abroad program prior to dispersing scholarship funds. CFS staff will also confirm that the registrant has met the program-specific deposit deadlines.

For more information, contact

John and Emma Tse Fund for Global Scholars
CFS Alumni Relations and Development Office
Matthews Hall, Room 101
812 W. State Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2060
Phone: (765) 494-7890
cfsalums@purdue.edu