HACSJ Scholarship Application 2025
Description
Thank you for your interest in applying for a scholarship with the Housing Authority County of San Joaquin Scholarship Foundation. The Foundation will be awarding scholarships on a competitive basis. Scholarships shall be awarded to assist students with the financial expenses of pursuing higher education. Applicants must live in San Joaquin County and participate in one of the Housing Authority's programs. Recipients must be students enrolled full-time in college or technical/vocational education for the 2024 Fall Quarter or Semester.
Selection Process
- The applicant must be a tenant/resident residing in rental property owned, affiliated with, or subsidized by the Housing Authority County of San Joaquin. All applications will be verified with applicable tenant records.
- The applicant may be a senior in high school, a presently enrolled college student, or a re-entry student pursuing academic, technical or vocational training. The applicant must be accepted at an academic, technical or vocational institute.
- The applicant must have a 2.5 or higher cumulative grade point average. (May be waived for re-entry students – out of school for at lease five (5) years).
- The applicant must submit a completed legible application.
The Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin Scholarship Foundation offers merit-based scholarships for post-secondary education and vocational training to students residing in public housing throughout San Joaquin County. These scholarships provide a valuable opportunity for individuals who might not otherwise have access to higher education, supporting their journey toward greater well-being and self-sufficiency. By helping students pursue college or vocational training, the Foundation plays a key role in empowering them to change the trajectory of their lives—and the lives of their families. The Housing Authority is committed to enhancing the potential of our residents and fostering their ability to achieve educational success.