2009 TCAdvance Scholarship Program

The Turkish Coalition of America is accepting applications for its 2009 TCAdvance Scholarship Program.

In line with the objective of TCA to engage and cultivate a new generation of young Turkish American leaders, TCA’s Scholarship program, established in 2007, is designed to support successful young Turkish Americans who aspire to a career in public affairs and the media. 25 Turkish American students have received this scholarship since its inception.

Candidates will be selected on the basis of academic achievement, interest in Turkish American issues as demonstrated by involvement in Turkish American community affairs, and individual leadership qualities conducive to pursuing a career in public affairs, media and public relations.

All questions regarding the process should be directed to Zeynep Guven at zguven@tc-america.org.

The application deadline is June 12, 2009. Scholarship Recipients will be notified on July 4 and scholarships will be awarded on October 29, 2009.

All applications must be sent via mail to:

Turkish Coalition of America
1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036