College Student Scholarship

Opportunities for Undergrad & Graduate Students

Application Period: January 15 – April 15

Jovia’s College Student Scholarship Program awards a $3,000 scholarship to selected undergraduate and graduate students. Enrolled and attending an accredited community college, college, university, or a graduate program is required for eligibility.

The submission period for applications ends April 15th.

Application Requirements:

Completed essay on assigned topic (included on the application below). Essays must be 500 words or less on the assigned essay topic. Your name should not be included in the essay.
Current unofficial school transcript (student must have a minimum GPA of 3.5). This must include grades/GPA, school name, and student’s name.
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Eligibility Requirements:

Student applicant must be a Jovia Financial Credit Union member to be an eligible applicant.
Not a member yet? You can open your account with a simple $5 deposit online, in a branch, or over the phone at 1-855-JOVIA4U.
All applicants must be currently enrolled and attending college.
Student must have a GPA of 3.5 or above.

Additional Notes:

Only one College Scholarship is awarded per student. Members who are awarded this scholarship are not eligible to apply for and receive the College Scholarship in the future. Winners will be announced 6–8 weeks following the application deadline. Scholarships are a one-time award. Scholarship money will be awarded in the form of a direct deposit into your account.

For questions regarding this program, please email [email protected]

Applicant Information

Please specify who is applying for this grant.

First Name

Middle Initial

Last Name

Street Address

City

State

Zip Code

Phone

By checking the box you agree to receive electronic communications from Jovia Financial Credit Union

Are you currently a member of Jovia Financial Credit Union?

Member Number

Parent/Guardian Full Name

Parent/Guardian Email

Parent/Guardian Phone

College/University Information

Please provide the college/university information for this student.

Are you currently enrolled in and attending college?

College or University Name

College GPA

College Major

College Minor

Expected Graduation Date

Extracurricular Information

Please provide extracurricular information for the student applicant.

Activities

What, if any, activities/clubs do you participate in?

Awards/Honors

Have you received any awards or honors? Please describe them here.

Community Service

Please describe any community service you are involved in.

Essay & Supporting Documentation

To apply for this scholarship you must prepare an essay and upload it along wtih your supporting documentation. Your name should not be included on your essay since winners are chosen anonymously.

Please write your essay on the following topic:
In 500 words or less, describe a project or initiative you have taken on that demonstrates your leadership skills, and ability to effect positive change in your future career.

All attachments should not exceed the size limit of 2MB

Scholarship Essay

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My scholarship essay is 500 words or less, pertains to the assigned essay topic, and does not include my name anywhere in the document.

School Transcript

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My school transcript includes my grades/GPA, my school name, and my name.

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By submitting an application, you further release Jovia Financial Credit Union from any responsibility or liability for damages, losses, or injury resulting from acceptance, or use of grant, in the event you are selected as a winner. In addition, you also grant Jovia Financial Credit Union permission to use and advertise your name and picture as a winner without additional compensation. All application materials must be submitted electronically. Only one scholarship award per student. Upon selection, winners will be requested to submit an official transcript to receive their award. Please note: Jovia Financial Credit Union employees, family members, and its affiliates are not permitted to apply for Jovia Financial Credit Union scholarships.

The use of artificial intelligence or ChatGPT for the essay portion of the application is strictly prohibited.

Jovia reserves the right to disqualify any applicant not following directions or providing required documents.