OCA Scholarships
We offer scholarships for graduating high school seniors, rising college seniors, and students pursuing a Masters in Public Administration.
Current Scholarships
OCA-UPS® Gold Mountain Scholarship for Graduating High School Seniors
The scholarship awards $2,000 to first-gen high school seniors who will be attending college/university in the fall.
OCA-UPS® Gold Mountain Scholarship for Rising College Seniors
The scholarship awards $2,500 to first-gen undergraduate/community college students who will be starting their final year for the upcoming Fall Term.
S.Y. & S.F. Fung Public Service Scholarship Fund
The scholarship awards $2,000 to one student pursuing a Masters Degree in Public Administration and who intends to pursue a career in public service.
Joe and Loanne Chiu Scholarship
First-generation college students face unique barriers in their pursuit of higher education. The Joe and Loanne Chiu Scholarship provides $5,000 to first-generation undergraduate students who are entering their first year of undergrad to help them overcome these challenges and thrive in college.
Previous Scholarships
OCA Creative Arts Scholarship
Students who’ve participated in an OCA National youth program between 2019 and 2023 are eligible to receive a full-ride scholarship to attend the 2023 OCA National Convention by submitting creative works to OCA’s IMAGE Magazine.
Olga May Wong Memorial Public Service Scholarship
This scholarship awards $2,000 to one college student with an unpaid internship at a government office, locally or federally, in the U.S.
Spectrum Scholars
Spectrum Scholars awards qualified rising college juniors with financial need $20,000 in scholarships over their junior and senior year. Selected Scholars will participate in a structured, two-year program focusing on professional development and a potential career at Charter. Students will also receive a professional career mentor and opportunity to explore an internship at Charter.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
Council of Korean Americans - Emerging Leaders Scholarship
Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) - Public Service Scholarship
Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) - Scholarships & Internships
Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC) Distinguished Public Service Scholarship Endowment Fund
$20,000 scholarship for Asian/Pacific Islander, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino and/or Native American college students
Association of Chinese Americans (OCA’s Detroit Chapter) High School Scholarships
Asian Pacific Community Fund - Various Scholarships
My Slumber Yard - Scholarship
Resources
First Gen Support - resources for first generation, low-income, and/or immigrant students
Study.com’s Comprehensive Scholarship Guide
Bankrate: How to attend college for free