Scholarship Opportunity

UFirst Foundation Continuing Education Scholarship

Offered by UFirst Foundation

The UFirst Foundation Continuing Education Scholarship supports current college and university students who are continuing their education, pursuing a higher degree, or completing professional recertification. The scholarship reflects the credit union philosophy of people helping people and encourages applicants to demonstrate how they make or plan to make a positive impact in their communities.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student, Adult Learner

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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2026 UFirst Foundation Continuing Education Scholarship

OpensJanuary 26, 2026
DeadlineMarch 31, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a United Financial Credit Union member in good standing.
  • Be currently enrolled in or accepted to a college or university.
  • Be continuing an existing college or university education, pursuing a higher degree, or completing recertification.
  • Submit all required application materials by the annual deadline.

Requirements

  • Complete the UFirst Foundation scholarship application.
  • Submit a 200-1,000 word essay on the topic People Helping People.
  • Explain how the applicant is currently making or plans to make a positive impact in their community.
  • Submit enrollment verification for the applicable educational program.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm United Financial Credit Union membership is in good standing.
  2. 2Confirm current enrollment or acceptance into the applicable college, university, degree, or recertification program.
  3. 3Complete the UFirst Foundation Continuing Education Scholarship application.
  4. 4Write the required 200-1,000 word People Helping People essay.
  5. 5Gather the required enrollment verification.
  6. 6Submit the completed application and supporting materials according to UFirst Foundation instructions.
  7. 7Ensure the application is submitted by the published annual deadline.

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