Apply for a Scholarship
Apply to be considered for a scholarship to support your academic journey to higher education. The Midland Empire Chapter of Credit Unions scholarship program offers two fantastic opportunities (each at $1,000) to area credit union members. One is designated for traditional students, defined as a graduating high school senior or current college student with a gap less than three years since high school. The second is the Ray Harris Memorial Scholarship awarded to a non-traditional student, someone that has been out of school for at least three years before returning.
Applications are accepted starting January 1st and are due by March 1st of the current calendar year.
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Scholarship FAQs
When are applications accepted for this scholarship?
Applications will be accepted starting January 1st of the current calendar year. All completed applications with all required materials must be submitted no later than March 1st of the current year. Scholarships will be awarded at the April meeting of the Midland Empire Chapter of Credit Unions.
What is the eligibility to apply for this scholarship?
To be eligible, the applicant must be a member of a credit union within the Midland Empire Chapter of Credit Unions. These scholarships apply to any accredited college, graduate school, or secondary education facility.
One scholarship will be awarded to a traditional student, defined as a graduating high school senior or someone in college with less than a three-year gap since high school. One scholarship, called the Ray Harris Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a non-traditional student, defined as someone who was out of school for at least three years and has returned.
Which credit unions are in the Midland Empire Chapter of Credit Unions?
The credit unions in the Midland Empire Chapter of Credit Unions are: Altana Federal Credit Union, Billings Federal Credit Union, Black Hills Federal Credit Union, Montana Health Federal Credit Union, Rimrock Credit Union, SEG Federal Credit Union, Sky Federal Credit Union and Valley Credit Union.
What can scholarship funds be used for?
Scholarship funds can typically be used for a range of education-related expenses such as tuition, required fees, books, supplies and equipment. Always check the specific terms and conditions of the scholarship to understand what is covered.
What are the benefits of receiving a scholarship?
There are several significant benefits to receiving a scholarship including financial relief, access to education, recognition of academic achievement and career opportunities.
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