OCA New Jersey Essay Scholarship

OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates, New Jersey Chapter · State

OCA-NJ (Asian Pacific American Advocates, New Jersey Chapter) awards scholarships to college-bound high school seniors of Asian descent who reside in New Jersey. The main Essay Scholarship track pays $300 to $3,500 based on a written essay; a separate Spirit of Corky Lee Scholarship pays $1,500 for a creative or artistic submission, and students with the greatest financial need are especially encouraged to apply. Applications require parental consent, a letter of recommendation, and an official transcript, and there is no membership fee required.

Eligibility

GradesSeniors only

Min GPA—

ScopeState

StatesNJ

DemographicsOpen to college-bound New Jersey high school seniors of Asian descent; no OCA membership required to apply.

Applying

Award$0.3k–$3.5k

DueNot yet posted (2026 cycle closed April 12)

EssayRequired

Rec. lettersRequired

RenewableNot listed

Awards/yr—

A separate Spirit of Corky Lee Scholarship, for a creative or artistic submission, pays a flat $1,500.

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