Educational Scholarships
Supporting Education
Empowering the Futures of our Members
At CommonWealth Central Credit Union, we believe education is key to a brighter future, and financial support can make all the difference. That’s why our $1,000 Educational Scholarship Program is designed to support the Difference Makers in our community. We’re excited to offer scholarships not only to high school seniors, but also to adult members pursuing further education. We are here to help offset the costs of your education so you can focus on what truly matters—your future.
Educational Scholarship
For Graduating High School Seniors
We want to support the next generation striving to make a difference. If you’re a high school senior planning to advance your education and are positively impacting your school or community, our Educational Scholarship is for you!
Higher Education Scholarship
For Adult Members Continuing Their Education
We want to recognize members who make a difference—whether through volunteering, mentoring, or supporting their community. If you're continuing your education to achieve your goals and make a difference, our Higher Education Scholarship is here to help.
Why Apply?
This scholarship is more than financial support—it’s also a way to boost your financial wellness. As part of the application, you’ll gain practical financial tips to help you thrive in school and beyond. We want to hear your story. Tell us how you’re a Difference Maker in your community and how this scholarship will help you continue your journey.
Eligibility Requirements:
Educational Scholarship (for High School Seniors only)
- Must be a CommonWealth member (or have a parent/guardian who is)
- High school senior planning to attend an accredited school
- Actively involved in community service
Higher Education Scholarship
- Must be a CommonWealth member for over one year
- Must be over 18 years old
- Enrolled in college or trade school
- Actively involved in community service
How To Apply:
- Complete the essay application or create a video (maximum 3 minutes). Video submission guidelines are available below.
- Register to complete the Education Scholarship Playlist from WealthMatters:
Apply for High School Educational Scholarship Apply for Higher Education Scholarship
Applications are open through February 28, 2027.
Think about using these questions as a framework for your application responses.
- What makes you a difference maker?
- What experiences have shaped your life and perspectives?
- What challenges do you see in your community, and how have you helped address these challenges?
- How will pursuing a higher education help you with your long-term goals?
- What did you learn from taking our Education Scholarship Playlist?
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Video Submission Guidelines
Thank you for your interest in applying for the CommonWealth Central Credit Union Educational Scholarship! We're offering applicants the option to submit a video instead of an essay. The video must be at a maximum of 3 minutes long and address, at the very least, each essay prompt. Feel free to share anything and everything about your story! Be creative.
Address all of the following prompts:
- What did you learn from taking our Education Scholarship Playlist?
- What are your educational plans and career goals? What inspired this path, and what do you hope to accomplish through your education?
- We believe in people helping people to build stronger, more financially empowered communities. What does this mission mean to you, and how would you carry it forward in your own life?
- Tell us how you’re a Difference Maker in your community and how this scholarship will help you continue your journey.
- What does your connection to CommonWealth mean to you? Share a story about how CommonWealth has supported you or your family in reaching a financial goal, overcoming a challenge, or building a stronger financial future.
How to submit your video application:
- Create video
- Complete the general information on the application
- Insert video link in the first question of the application
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Class of 2026 Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to our Class of 2026 Educational Scholarship recipients and good luck on pursuing your future goals!
Jorge Casillas
Nicolas Corvi
Analise Detrinidad
Emmaleen Hagopian
Logan Richert
Camilo Rodrigues
Anden Rogers
Mika Shahar
Justin Talamantes
Hannah Washington
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