KCCU scholarship application

things to know...

• Attend an accredited community college or university within Michigan or be working towards a certification or degree program in the trades at a state supported community college or institution.
• Scholarships are available to traditional and non-traditional students.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student (12+ credit hours) for the Fall 2025 semester.
• Send KCCU proof of full time status after enrollment by August 15, 2025.
• Be a member of KCCU and their account must be in good standing.
• Demonstrate academic achievement and community involvement.
• KCCU employees, board members, their immediate family, or members of the same household (whether related or not) are ineligible for the KCCU Scholarship.
• Complete KCCU Scholarship application package including:
  • completed online form.
  • photo submission.
  • and video submission or essay.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Every qualified candidate will be considered and evaluated on the individual’s demonstration of good character, citizenship, and leadership.
• See full details and scholarship requirements

part 1 - applicant information and photo submission

part 2 - video or essay submission

Applicant submission must state their name and answer the following questions:

• Explain your future educational plans.
• How would this scholarship impact you?
• Why do you believe you are the best candidate for the KCCU scholarship?

Video submission guidelines

• Video length should be 1.5-2 minutes
• File size should not exceed 5GB
• Acceptable file formats: mpeg, mov, or mp4

Upload Video

Essay submission guidelines

• Essay length should be 500-750 words
• Acceptable file format: pdf

Upload Essay

If you have any questions, please contact KCCU's Marketing department at marketing@kccu4u.org or call 269.968.9251