Preparing to head off to college is an exciting time for many teenagers, but it can also be stressful when the costs of tuition, books, room and board, etc. start to add up. Here at HFS Federal Credit Union, we understand the burden that these costs can be, which is why the Credit Union has been awarding scholarships to help local students achieve their dreams by decreasing the financial burden that comes with pursuing a higher education.
The HFS FCU Scholarship program began 8 years ago, and since then, has awarded over $127,000 in scholarships that has helped over 50 student members with their first year of college expenses. The Credit Union is proud to support these young minds that will be the future leaders of the Big Island community and members of the workforce. Previous recipients have gone on to study in fields such as Education, Law, Automotive Mechanics, Fire Science, Art, and more.
The application period for the HFS Scholarship Program is now open for current Big Island High School Seniors, in the 2020 graduating class. The Credit Union will be awarding a total of $17,500 to selected students, with seven (7) scholarships each for $2,500.
Student members of HFS pursuing higher education full-time at an accredited 2 or 4 year Vocational-Technical School, College or University in the 2020 – 2021 school year are eligible to apply. Recipients will be selected based on a variety of criteria, including: academic performance, achievements, and community service.
For a complete list of requirements, or to apply, students may download the application at https://hfsfcu.org/news/2020scholarship, pick one up at any HFS FCU branch location island-wide or inquire with their high school counselors. Completed applications with supporting documents must be turned in to the Credit Union or postmarked no later than Saturday, February 29, 2020.