HONOLULU, HI (January 11, 2017) – Today HOCU (Honolulu Federal Credit Union) announced that it is now accepting applications for HOCU scholarships. Up to five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to qualified member-applicants who have been accepted to or are currently enrolled in a community college, trade school, or university program at any two or four year institution of higher learning for the 2017-2018 academic year. The deadline to apply is April 1, 2017.
Consideration for a scholarship is based on the following criteria:
- Academic Merit (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher) – 20%
- Community Service – 15%
- Credit Union Relationship – 5%
- Financial Need – 15%
- Personal Essay – 45%
“We are proud to give back to our members and community by promoting the pursuit of higher education among our young men and women.”
said Mark Munemitsu, HOCU president and CEO.
HOCU established the scholarship program in 2003 and has awarded 55, $1,000.00 scholarships to date to qualified member-applicants who have been accepted to, or are currently enrolled in a trade school/community college or university program.
The scholarships are available to primary members of HOCU in good standing and scholarship recipients are selected through a committee.
For more information on program criteria or to apply, please visit myhocu.com/event/2017-hocu-scholarships or contact Mary Young at 777-5610 or via email at myoung@myhocu.com.