Scholarship Opportunity

Barksdale Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Offered by Barksdale Federal Credit Union

Barksdale Federal Credit Union annually awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are BFCU members in good standing. The scholarship recognizes students with strong academic achievement, leadership, extracurricular involvement, community service, and well-developed educational goals as demonstrated through the application process.

Minimum GPA2.5+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2027 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineFebruary 5, 2027

Eligibility

  • Be a graduating high school senior.
  • Be a Barksdale Federal Credit Union member in good standing.
  • Plan to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school as a first-time student.
  • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
  • Earn a minimum composite ACT score of 18 or minimum SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing score of 500.

Requirements

  • Complete the Barksdale Federal Credit Union scholarship application.
  • Submit an official high school transcript.
  • Submit two letters of recommendation.
  • Submit the required scholarship essay.
  • Provide a recent photograph.
  • Meet all published eligibility requirements.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete Part 1 and Part 2 of the scholarship application.
  2. 2Prepare the required essay.
  3. 3Request two recommendation letters.
  4. 4Obtain your official transcript and qualifying ACT or SAT scores.
  5. 5Include a recent photograph.
  6. 6Mail the completed application packet so it is postmarked by the annual deadline.

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