OCA New Jersey Chapter Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by OCA New Jersey Chapter
OCA New Jersey Chapter is excited to open applications for our 2026 Scholarship Program.
Overview
- We are offering two distinct scholarships for 2026. The first is our traditional Essay Scholarship, with awards that range from $3,500 down to $300. The second is a creative/artistic award of $1,500 presented in honor of the Spirit of Corky Lee. While the eligibility and application criteria are the same for both awards, the format for the submission differs depending on which scholarship you choose.
Who is eligible
- Open to high school seniors of Asian American descent who are full-time students and residents of New Jersey.
- Applicants must be planning to enroll at an accredited institution of higher learning (college, university, junior/community college, or trade school) following graduation.
- Students with significant financial need are especially encouraged to apply.
Required application materials
- Parental consent
- One letter of recommendation
- An official copy of the applicant’s high school transcript
How to apply and additional information
- Please help us share this opportunity with eligible students. Application forms and full details can be downloaded from our website: www.oca-nj.org.