Scholarships
We support and celebrate accomplished high school students.
At Florida Credit Union, we believe in the power of educational opportunities for our young members. We started out serving teachers, so education has always been a priority for us. Every year, we award three scholarships to students based on their scholastic record, future potential, leadership, initiative, character, dependability, integrity and financial needs. Students are eligible to apply if they, or their parents/guardian, are FCU members, and if the students are actively enrolled or plan to enroll in undergraduate college courses within the calendar year.
Servin-Ellis Scholarship - current high school seniors
The Servin-Ellis Scholarship Fund was originally established in memory of the first treasurer/manager of FCU, Oscar Servin. In 1997, the fund was renamed to also honor Dr. Jonnie Ellis, a board member who served from 1987 to 1997 and served as Chair from 1993 to 1996. The scholarship fund is awarded annually in May and is divided among more than one recipient.
Who is eligible?
The award is open to any high school senior who is enrolled or plans to enroll in the current year in undergraduate study. Students interested in applying must first qualify by having a parent or guardian who is an FCU member or by being a FCU member themselves.
Interested students must complete and print the application and submit the following information:
- Transcript of student grades from all school districts attended
- Two letters of recommendation; one should be from a school official (principal, teacher, guidance counselor, etc.) and one from a community member (coach, religious leader, scout leader, employer, etc.)
- List of extracurricular activities, including dates of participation and leadership positions held (if applicable).
- An essay providing a better profile of who you are, what this scholarship would mean to you, and how this scholarship will benefit you in your academic pursuits and future career goals. The essay must be typed and be a minimum of 300 words.
The 2025 scholarship application submission deadline is February 7, 2025.
Buchholz Academy of Finance Scholarship
The Buchholz Academy of Finance Scholarship, originally a subset of the Servin-Ellis Scholarship, is distributed annually in May and is awarded to one or more Buchholz High School Academy of Finance seniors who enrolled or plan to enroll in the current year in undergraduate study.
Who is eligible?
The award is open to any BHS Academy of Finance senior who plans to enroll in the current year in undergraduate study and is a member, or whose parent is a member, of Florida Credit
Union.
Interested students must complete and print the application and submit the following information:
- Transcript of Student Grades
- Two letters of recommendation; one should be from a school official (principal, teacher, guidance counselor, etc.) and one from a community member (coach, religious leader, scout leader, employer, etc.)
- List of extracurricular activities, including dates of participation and leadership positions held (if applicable).
- An essay to provide a better profile of who you are, your goals, and what this scholarship would mean to you. Please reflect on your leadership position held at the Bobcat Branch and the results of holding that position. Essay must be typed and a minimum of 300 words.
The 2025 scholarship application submission deadline is February 7, 2025.
Dr. John C. Rawls Scholarship - currently enrolled in graduate or undergraduate study
The Dr. John C. Rawls Scholarship was established in honor of Dr. John C. Rawls, a member of the Board of Directors since 1957. Over his 55 years of service, Dr. Rawls served on the board as President, Vice President, Secretary, Chair and Treasurer. During a nine-month period in the 1990s, he served as the interim CEO of the credit union until a new CEO could be found.
Who is eligible?
The award is open to students planning to further their education who are enrolled or plan to enroll during the current year in undergraduate or graduate study. Must not be currently enrolled in high school. Interested applicants must first qualify by being an FCU member or having parent or guardian who is an FCU member.
Interested parties must complete and print the application and submit the following information:
- An Official Student Transcript from all institutions attended
- Two letters of recommendation (from either an instructor, an employer or a co-worker)
- A resume and list of extra-curricular activities, volunteer involvement and professional experience, citing any leadership activities.
- An essay to provide a better profile of who you are, your goals, what this scholarship would mean to you and how it would benefit your academic pursuits and future career goals. The essay must be typed and must be a minimum of 300 words.
The 2025 scholarship application submission deadline is February 7, 2025.
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