The CAA Scholarship is the first of its kind, providing financial assistance and mentorship to recipients across 18 Columbia Schools. Since 2020, more than 35 students have received aid. The scholarship nurtures engaged students through special events and mentoring, building bonds that will keep them connected to Columbia. Supporting the CAA Scholarship is a unique opportunity to support your School and all students at Columbia. Every gift and pledge helps increase the endowment, making larger awards available to each School to help more students achieve their goals with less debt.

“As a CAA Scholar, I had the opportunity to collaborate with University Trustees, Columbia Alumni Association board members and staff who inspire me to empower the next generation of leaders. Through a series of fun and educational networking events, I built lifelong friendships with industry-leading mentors and peers from every Columbia school. Once a scholar, always a scholar.” —Valencia Tong ’23SGSAS

"Being part of the CAA Scholarship Program committee and co-leading its mentorship program has been incredibly fulfilling. Witnessing the transformative impact our mentors, board members, and alumni have on the scholarship recipients’ personal and academic growth is truly rewarding. It’s an honor to play a role in shaping their future and fostering their success." —Shaun Hoyte ’16SPS Mentor and CAA Board Member