YOUNG ADULT SCHOLARSHIP
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a member of the Eagle Express Federal Credit Union.
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program at a Junior College or 4-year College or University for the upcoming fall term.
- Must submit a fully completed application and supporting material by June 30.
SELECTION PROCESS
An Independent judge will review all applications and make the selection of the recipient using the following criteria:
- School, Community, or Church Activities and Work experience
- Leadership Qualities
- Essays
- Financial Need
SUBMISSION MATERIALS
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AND MATERIALS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED WITH THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION:
- A transcript or official letter containing high school and college grades, including your ACT score.
- A list of extracurricular school activities, church or community service, and work experience.
- Two (2) essays:
- 500 words or less your post-graduation plans and goals as they pertain to your field of study.
- 200 words or less on the topic “Why I need a Scholarship”. (Be sure to include any factors relating to financial need such as family income, size of family, health of family, etc.).
Be sure to attach separate sheets and make sure your name and member (account) number are on each page.
Application and supporting material should be mailed to:
Eagle Express Federal Credit Union
Scholarship Application
P O Box 567
Jackson, MS 39205-0567
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