Union Plus Scholarships Program
Scholarship Sponsored by Union Plus
Since its inception in 1991, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has granted over $5.6 million to students from working families who aspire to initiate or further their tertiary education. Our dedication to higher education has positively impacted more than 4,000 families.
The Union Plus Education Foundation administers the Union Plus Scholarship Program, which is partially funded by contributions from the issuer of the Union Plus Credit Card. It's important to note that holding a Union Plus Credit Card is not a prerequisite for applying for this scholarship.
Understanding the Union Plus Scholarship Program
Who Can Apply?
Active and retired members of participating unions, their spouses, and their dependent children (as per IRS guidelines) are eligible. The applicant, their spouse, or parent (if the applicant is a dependent) must have been a union member for a minimum of one year continuously. This one-year membership requirement must be met by May 31 of the scholarship year. More information on eligibility can be found in the section below.
Selection Criteria
This scholarship is awarded based on competition. Applicants are assessed on their academic performance, social consciousness, financial need, and understanding of labor. It is suggested that applicants have a GPA of 3.0 or above. The essays required can contribute to up to 50% of the total score. A committee of unbiased tertiary educators judges the scholarship applicants.
Application Process Timeline
Applications open in mid-June, and a fully completed application must be submitted by 12:00 p.m. (Noon) Eastern Standard Time on January 31st of the scholarship year. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be entertained.
Scholarship Grant Amounts
The scholarship amounts vary from $500 to $4,000. These one-time monetary awards are for studies commencing in the Fall of 2025. Students have the opportunity to reapply each year.
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