CHA/Springboard to Success Scholarship Program

The CHA/Springboard to Success Scholarship is an annual Chicago Housing Authority award for residents pursuing undergraduate education. The published 2026–27 award was $2,000 for tuition, books, or supplies. ISTS administers the application portal and verification; CHA sets eligibility rules.

The housing rule is specific: applicants must live in public housing or hold a CHA voucher and appear on the lease. The FAQ also sets a household-income limit of up to 80% AMI for Cook County. Applicants must be high-school seniors or undergraduates, have at least a 2.0 GPA, and pursue a certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degree at a U.S. two- or four-year institution. Graduate students do not qualify.

For eligibility questions, review CHA’s current rules before creating an ISTS account. The 2026–27 cycle closed May 30, 2026 and is not automatically renewable; recipients may reapply in a future cycle if they still meet the active requirements. The <a data-profile="cha-education-office">CHA education resources profile</a> lists related services, including PiE for City Colleges of Chicago.

Who it serves and what it can cover: A $2,000 award for eligible high-school seniors or undergraduates, usable for tuition, books, or supplies. Requires CHA housing and lease status, 2.0 GPA, and household income within 80% AMI for Cook County; not renewable, though recipients may reapply.

How to apply or get help: The 2026–27 application closed May 30, 2026. A new deadline is not posted; check the official page and ISTS portal when CHA announces the next cycle. For case-specific questions, contact the program or financial-aid office named on its official page.

Official application and program information