THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING
Bringing the Ron H. Olson Annual Scholarship to HCA apartment communities across California would not be possible without you—yes, YOU!
Who would have known we’d reach nearly 10,000 units of housing when we launched our very first scholarship program back in 2006. Learn more about where we came from and where we hope to go from 2025 onwards.
THE 2025 SCHOLARSHIP IS OPEN!
Our Scholarships
With the support of our valued partners, Housing Corporation of America (HCA) is proud to present two unique scholarship opportunities for residents of HCA apartment communities:
The Academic Scholarship is designed to award funding to high school seniors and adults aged 18+ in the HCA portfolio seeking support for the cost of instruction (tuition) for degree- or certification-track educational programs. These programs may be offered by community colleges; private or public colleges or universities; and technical, trade, or vocational schools. Awards are between $500 and $2,500.
The Dream Big Scholarship
The Dream Big Scholarship is designed to award funding to senior residents aged 55+ in the HCA portfolio to support the cost of instruction for in-person or online classes, lessons, a workshop, membership* or program in a hobby, an area of personal growth or professional development, and of course, in any academic pursuit. It’s not just for residents “going back to school!” Awards are between $100 and $1,000.
*Please bear in mind that we can no longer fund in-person gym memberships.
ABOUT HCA
Housing Corporation of America (HCA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that owns and oversees the operation of more than 90 affordable housing communities. We specialize in compliance, welfare tax exemption, and resident services. For more information on HCA, we invite you to visit www.hcahousing.org.
our partners
Our affordable housing development and management partners play a crucial role in the success of our programs. We are continually grateful for their ongoing support and commitment to housing for all.
Applications accepted through Wednesday, May 21, 2025
“The HCA Scholarship has helped me be more financially flexible and comfortable while pursuing my studies and extracurriculars like volunteer work and internships. Coming from a disadvantaged community, I never believed that I would be awarded a scholarship like the one the HCA Scholarship has awarded me, so I believe that everyone regardless of how you may perceive yourself should apply."
Angel 2023 Academic Scholarship Award Recipient,BAs in Economics & History (in progress) at University of California, San Diego