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United Scholarship Program
Application Deadline: March 31, 2010
Purpose
The purpose of the United Federal Credit Union Scholarship program is to provide a means to recognize academic excellence and community support provided by our young members. Recognizing that these individuals hold the keys to our future, the leadership of the credit union has established this scholarship program to demonstrate their belief in the potential that is inherent in our young people. We believe that, just as we honor the legacy of our past, we also have a responsibility to invest in our future.
Qualifications
United Federal Credit Union will award three scholarships to high school seniors who demonstrate community service and academic achievement. One scholarship will be granted in the amount of $3000 and two scholarships will be granted in the amount of $1000 each. Applicants must:
- Be an active member of United Federal Credit Union as evidenced by at least one year of membership and a savings and/or checking account in their name;
- Be a graduating high school senior;
- Demonstrate a commitment to community services;
- Be accepted as an incoming freshman at an accredited college, trade school or university.
- Achieve one of the following academic requirements:
- A cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4-point scale) or 3.5 (on a 5-point scale)
- An SAT score of at least 1511
- An ACT score of at least 21.2
Applying
Applicants must return the following to: United Federal Credit Union, Attn: Marketing, 2807 S. State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
- A completed application;
- A letter of recommendation from a teacher;
- Proof that you have met our academic requirements (see above) If applicable please provide official raised seal or signature transcripts.
- A 300 – 400 word, original typewritten essay.
The essay topic: Discuss the credit union philosophy of “people helping people” and describe how this philosophy has impacted your life. The essays will be scored on: meaningfulness/impact on the applicant’s life, originality, grammar, clarity of expression and composition.
Recipients
The primary focus of this scholarship is on service to community. The applicants will be scored as follows:
- Academic Achievement (25%)
- Community Involvement (25 %)
- Extra-Curricular Activities (including athletics) (25 %)
- Essay (25%)
The individual with the highest score will be awarded a $3000 scholarship. The second and third highest scores will be awarded $1000 scholarships.
Each scholarship winner must begin studies within one year of notification and agree to allow United Federal Credit Union to use his/her name and photograph in promotional materials and press releases.
The applications selected for scholarship awards are the sole decision of United Federal Credit Union and its designated judges. All decisions final.
For more information ask you guidance counselor or call a Member Service Representative toll-free at 888-982-1400.
