2026 Alexander Scholarship Application

2026 Alexander Scholarship Application

Named in honor of two Blue Eagle Credit Union pioneers, this scholarship provides an opportunity to help ease the financial burden of continuing education.
General Information

Amount:
Ten $1,000 scholarships awarded for fall 2026 semester tuition.

Deadline:
March 15, 2026 (Incomplete applications will not be considered.)

Notification:
Applicants will be notified of award decisions no later than April 15, 2026.

Questions:
Questions can be directed to scholarship@BlueEagleCreditUnion.com or 540.342.3429.

Eligibility Rules

Those seeking continuing higher education for the 2026-2027 academic year and meeting the following eligibility criteria may apply.
1. Applicant must have a Blue Eagle Credit Union account in good standing where the applicant is a primary owner. Not a member yet? It's easy to open an account. Make an in-person or virtual appointment at BlueEagleCreditUnion.com/open-an-account/ or call 540.342.3429.
2. Complete and submit this application electronically, by the deadline stated in this application. Incomplete applications, including any required supporting documents, will not be considered.
3. Blue Eagle Credit Union employees, Board of Directors and Supervisory Committee are not eligible. Additionally, immediate family, persons residing in the same household, or dependents of Blue Eagle Credit Union employees, Board members, and Supervisory Committee members are ineligble.
Regulations
1. Award monies must be used for accredited university, college, or certified technical or vocational school 2026 fall tuition.
2. If for any reason the recipient discontinues studies, the student must notify Blue Eagle Credit Union within 10 calendar days of withdrawal. At such time, eligibility for receiving the scholarship funds will be determined by the Alexander Scholarship Committee. Additionally, the recipient may be held responsible for refunding any scholarship monies lost due to class withdrawal or an incomplete school year.
3. The scholarship may be held in abeyance for not more than one year at the discretion of Blue Eagle Credit Union if the recipient experiences extenuating circumstances.
4. Award money will be deposited with the school of the recipient's enrollment and credited to the student's account to be drawn upon under the school rules established for handling scholarship funds. The scholarship recipient must provide Blue Eagle Credit Union with a copy of the tuition bill no later than September 30, 2026 in order for funds to be disbursed to the school. Failure to send the tutition bill by this date may result in forfeiture of award monies at the discretion of Blue Eagle Credit Union.
5. Student may re-apply for the Alexander Scholarship each year the student is eligible, but only one award per applicant per calendar year is permitted.
6. Recipients are selected on the basis of financial need, communty impact, and essay submission(s). The decision of the judges will be final. Tax-related information is the responsibility of the recipient.
7. All information submitted becomes the property of Blue Eagle Credit Union and, by submission, applicant agrees the information could be used for analytical, marketing, and/or promotional purposes. Personal information will be handled in accordance with the Blue Eagle Credit Union privacy policy.

Name*

First NameLast Name
Daytime Phone Number*
Enter phone number starting with the area code.
Email Address*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Current GPA*
If you're not currently enrolled in school, and it's been more than a year, please type "Going back to school!". If it's been less than a year, please list your GPA as of your last enrollment.
School You're Attending This Fall*
Name of higher education college, university, vocational, or tech school. If you have not made a selection yet, please type "Undecided".
Higher Education School Type

Accredited College or UniversityCertified Technical or Vocational SchoolDual Enrollment High School/College
Will you be working while attending school?*

YesNoI'm not sure yet
Applicant's estimated average monthly income
Will you be taking out students loans to help pay for your 2026-2027 school expenses?*

YesNoI'm not sure yet

Essay Submission:

In 500 words or less, share your story with us by answering the two questions below.
What steps have you taken to be a stand-out scholarship candidate? What personal growth, goals, or strengths make you the ideal recipient?*

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What is the most impactful financial lesson you've learned so far and how did it shape your behaviors? What financial goals do you have for this year?*

0/500
You may upload any supporting documentation you feel is relevant to the essay question(s).

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By submitting this application, I agree to the rules and regulations set forth. I certify that the information in this application and all accompanying documents are true and correct. I also certify that I personally answered all questions and the essay is my work. I agree that Blue Eagle Credit Union may use my name, comments, essay, photograph, etc., as it relates to this scholarship, for marketing or publicity purposes.
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