Union Plus Scholarship

Eligibility

Current and retired members of participating unions, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations). At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent). The one-year membership minimum must be satisfied by May 31 of the scholarship year. See more details on eligibility in the tab below.

Evaluation Criteria

This is a competitive scholarship. Applicants are evaluated according to academic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor. A GPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended. The required essays can account for up to half your total score. Scholarship applicants are judged by a committee of impartial post-secondary educators.

Application Timeline

Applications are available starting in mid-June, and a complete application must be received on or before 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on January 31 of the scholarship year. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.

Scholarship Award Amounts

Amounts range from $1,000 to $4,000. These one-time cash awards are for study beginning in the fall of the awarded year. Students may re-apply each year.

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