Credit Union Foundation of MD|DC College Scholarship

Direct application

$2,000
12 winners

Eligibility

Education level
High school

About this scholarship

College or trade-school-bound members of Maryland or D.C.-based credit unions, or credit unions affiliated with the MD|DC Credit Union Association, may apply for foundation scholarships.

Twelve awards of $2,000 are available: ten essay-based and two video-based. Freshmen through seniors may apply and may submit entries in both categories.

Submit a 750-word essay or 60-second video by April 15. Winners are announced in June. Essay and video topics focus on financial health and money management lessons learned through your credit union.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Must be a member of a Maryland- or D.C.-based credit union
  • Entering freshman through senior year of college or trade school
  • Application deadline: April 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
  • Ten $2,000 essay-based scholarships available; applicants may also apply for one of two $2,000 video-based scholarships (separate category requires a 60-second video)
  • Submit either a 750-word essay or a 60-second video; applicants may enter both award categories.