coloramo federal Credit Union
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
APPLICATION
Coloramo Federal Credit Union believes education
is paramount to a successful future. We also believe
in every young member. If we can be a part of their
success, make a dierence in some small way, we want
to help. Thats why we continue with the tradition of the
Coloramo Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program.
Its a unique opportunity for us to ensure our ideas
are part of a proactive solution and assist the young
members of Coloramo as they grow and succeed.
Thank you for your interest in the Coloramo Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program. This year
we are oering a $1000 scholarship to a deserving student who has decided to pursue higher
education in accredited post-secondary institutions.
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must:
1. Be an active member of Coloramo Federal Credit Union.
2. Demonstrate need for nancial assistance in furthering his/her education. Criteria will
include student income, family contribution, other scholarship and/or grants.
3. Demonstrate through academic records the capability and desire for advanced education.
The criteria for evaluation will be high school or college transcripts, including grade point
average and class ranking. Applicants must have maintained a grade point average of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale.
4. Need not be in the current graduating class of high school seniors, but must have been
accepted as a student at an eligible college in a degree granting program.
Applications:
1. Will be evaluated by the Coloramo Federal Credit Union Scholarship Selection Committee.
and decisions of the Selection Committee shall be considered nal.
2. Once completed and signed, should be sent with all requested items (application,
transcripts and letters of acceptance) together in one package.
3. Will not receive consideration if incomplete, if documentation is missing, or if
documentation arrives in separate mailings. Typewritten applications or NEATLY
handwritten application will be considered.
4. May be submitted at anytime, but must be postmarked no later than March 31st. Receipt
must be soon thereafter at our Main Oce: 516 28 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81501.
5. Winner will be notied on, or before, April 16th. Non-winners will not be notied.
Disbursements:
1. Funds shall be paid to the eligible school upon receipt of billing in favor of the scholarship.
2. Funds shall be equally divided between Fall and Spring Semesters in order to be of
assistance throughout the entire year.
3. No funds shall be disbursed directly to the recipient.
4. Funds not used by a recipient during the award year at their school will be forfeited and
revert to Coloramo Federal Credit Union.
For questions, contact: Katie Turley
VP of Marketing
Coloramo Federal Credit Union
kturley@coloramo.org
(970)
243-7280, ext. 719
Coloramo Scholarship Application
Please complete this application (PRINT NEATLY OR TYPE) as accurately as possible and return it to
the Scholarship Selection Committee, Coloramo Federal Credit Union (CFCU), 516 28 Road, Grand
Junction, CO 81501, postmarked on, or before, March 31st.
Step 1 - general information
Fill out all applicable information. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms___________________________________________ CFCU Account #_______________
Home Address_______________________________________ City ______________________________
State __________ ZIP Code_________________ Email Address __________________________________
Daytime Phone Number____________________ Social Security Number ________________________
Date of Birth ____________ Spouse/Parents Name(s) _________________________________________
Step 2 - Financial Information
Is this application based primarily on nancial need? YES ___ NO ___
If YES, Explain ____________________________________________________________________________
Do you have others dependent upon you for at least half their support? YES ___ NO ___
If YES, Number of Such Dependents __________________ Are You Employed? YES ___ NO ___
If YES, Employers Name ___________________________________________________________________
Number of hours per week ________________ Approximate weekly income $ ___________________
Are you presently receiving any nancial aid? YES ___ NO ___
If YES, Explain: Presently Receiving (Currently) Expect To Receive (Fall)
PELL $______________ PELL $______________
Work Study $______________ Work Study $______________
NDSL $______________ NDSL $______________
GSL $______________ GSL $______________
CO Grant $______________ CO Grant $______________
CSIG $______________ CSIG $______________
SEOG $______________ SEOG $______________
____________ $______________ ____________ $______________
____________ $______________ ____________ $______________
Step 3 - School Enrollment
High School Attended______________________________________ Graduation Date______________
City ___________________________________________________ State ____________________________
Name of Post-Secondary School of Choice __________________________________________________
Advisor Name _________________________________________ Advisor Phone ____________________
School Address _______________________________________ City ______________________________
State __________ ZIP Code_________________ Email Address __________________________________
Enrollment Classication Freshman _____ Sophomore _____ Junior _____ Senior _____
Cumulative Hours at the End of Last Semester (if applicable) ___________________________________
Credit Hours Registered for and Completed Last Semester (if applicable)
________________________
Credit Hours Enrolled this Semester (if applicable) ____________________________________________
Credit Hours You Expect to Enroll for Next Fall Semester ______________________________________
Area of Concentration (Major) _____________________________________________________________
Degree Your are Working Towards AAS_____ AC_____ BS_____ AA_____ BBA____ Certicate_____
Do You Participate in School or Community Activities? YES ___ NO ___
If YES, Explain ____________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
What are Your Plans Following Graduation? _________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
Step 4 - Grades/Transcripts/Letter of Acceptance
Please attach high school or post-secondary school transcripts showing grade point average and
class ranking. Please also include an acceptance letter from your post-secondary school of choice.
Step 5 - REASON FOR APPLICATION
Fully explain your reasons for applying, including need, academic achievement, and any other
important reasons. Please attach additional sheet if necessary. ________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
Step 6 - Certification
All of the information provided by me is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree
to give proof of the information supplied on this form if required. My signature certies that all the
information is complete, factually correct and honestly represented. Falsication of information
on this application could jeopardize any assistance oered. The applicant understands that
the application becomes the property of Coloramo Federal Credit Union and may be used in
marketing and future promotions.
Signature of Applicant:____________________________________________ Date__________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian:_____________________________________ Date__________________
(If applicable)
I hereby arm that I intend to enter an accredited school of higher education. I understand that
no scholarship funds shall be distributed until proof of enrollment is received. All funds will be
directly payable to the school at which I will be enrolled. I also grant permission for the use of
my name and information contained in my application to be used in any future publicity for the
scholarship program.
Signature of Applicant:____________________________________________ Date__________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian:_____________________________________ Date__________________
(If applicable)
Step 7 - Credit union authorization
FOR CREDIT UNION USE ONLY
I hereby certify that the following applicant is a member of our credit union and in good standing.
Name of Credit Union Ocial ____________________________________________________________
Signature of Credit Union Ocial ________________________________________________________
Coloramo Federal Credit Union
516 28 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Phone: (970) 243-7280
www.COLORAMO.org
Revised: 02/19
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