Collegiate Scholarships
FORUM Foundation Collegiate Scholarships
The Foundation awards up to seven, $5,000 collegiate scholarships annually. The collegiate scholarships are eligible for renewal, up to four years, providing recipients with the potential to receive $20,000 over the course of their four-year collegiate experience. One exceptional FORUM Foundation Scholarship applicant who closely exemplifies the qualities of academic excellence and a strong commitment to community service will be eligible for the Jenny Budreau Commitment to Community Scholarship, earning $7,500 per year, renewable for four years, and a total of $30,000.
Who’s eligible to apply for collegiate scholarships?
- Members between the ages of 17 and 24, including high school seniors and college students
- Members with a weighted cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Members intending to study full-time (minimum of twelve (12) credit hours) at an accredited college or university in a two- or four-year undergraduate degree program beginning in the fall semester
- FORUM Credit Union members in good standing whose FORUM Credit Union account opening date occurred no less than one year prior to the time of application. Alternatively, applicants may have a parent/legal guardian who is a member in good standing whose FORUM Credit Union account opening date occurred no less than one year prior to the time of application.
- Members who are U.S. citizens.
Scholarship Application is now open until January 31, 2027.
See the official rules for full details about eligibility and exclusions. Download the Consent and Media Release Form here.
Annual Scholarship Timeline
October 1
Application process opens.
January 31
Application process closes.
March 31
Students will be notified of their scholarship status.
June 30
Student requests for scholarship renewals due.
July 31
Students will be notified of their renewal status.