• 2025  -  2026                               Scholarship Application

    2025 - 2026 Scholarship Application

    SUBBMISSIONS OPEN : 9/1/25 DEADLINE : 12/31/2025
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    A Note About AI:
    We believe in using technology, including AI, to work smarter, not harder. But when it comes to your essay, we want to hear your voice, not some ChatBot. All submissions will be scanned for signs of AI-generated content or automated writing assistance. Thoughtful, original responses are what we're looking for, robots not eligible.
     

     
     
  • About the Scholarship

    The Tom J. Case Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the legacy of longtime Credit Union One of Oklahoma Board Member Tom Case, whose commitment to community, education, and opportunity left a lasting impact. This scholarship provides financial assistance to students pursuing continuing undergraduate education in any field of study.

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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    • Essay Prompt: Personal Growth & Resilience

      Failure is often one of the most powerful teachers in life. 
      Describe a time when you faced a significant challenge, failure, or setback. Explain the circumstances, how you responded, and what you learned about yourself in terms of resilience, growth, and personal development.


      Essay Guidelines
      Length: 500 – 1,000 words
      Font: 11-point, sans-serif (e.g., Arial or Calibri)
      Spacing: Double-spaced
      File Type: PDF or Word Document
      File Name: LastName_FirstName_Essay
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
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    • Scholarship Terms and Conditions
      Applicant acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions:

      1. Failure to adhere to the stated length, topic, and formatting requirements may result in disqualification of the application.

      2. A letter of acceptance or proof of enrollment from a 2- or 4-year college, university, trade school, or vocational-technical program must be submitted. Enrollment will be verified prior to the disbursement of any scholarship funds.

      3.All required materials must be submitted using this online submission form, or by email to tjcscholarships@cuoneok.org no later than 11:59 PM on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.


      Definitions and Additional Terms
      1. Member in good standing: A member of Credit Union One of Oklahoma who has no delinquent loans or negative account balances, has not caused the credit union a financial loss, and is not subject to any legal or administrative restrictions on their account.

      2. Scholarship Cycle: Begins September 1, 2025 and concludes on March 31, 2026.

      3. Full-time enrollment: At least 12 credit hours per semester for colleges and universities, or as otherwise classified as full-time by the attending institution.

      4. Accredited institution: Must appear on the Oklahoma Career Tech’s Accredited Oklahoma Technology Centers list.

      For questions or additional assistance, applicants may contact tjcscholarships@cuoneok.org.


      Applicant Certification:
      By typing my name and submitting this application, I certify that all information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that incomplete or inaccurate information may disqualify me from consideration. I also acknowledge that my essay may be reviewed for originality and that submission does not guarantee a scholarship award.
       
       
       
       
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