Metrum Community Credit Union is excited to offer two (2) $1,000 Scholarships for 2025! The scholarship program is set up to award recent high school graduates as well as any member pursuing continued education. Read below for more details and instructions on how to apply.
#1: John Barton Memorial Scholarship: John Barton was a credit union volunteer since at least 2004, giving his time to both the Norgren Employees Federal Credit Union and Metrum Community Credit Union memberships. Mr. Barton grew up in the Littleton/Centennial Community and is a graduate of Arapahoe High School. This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a 2025 High School Graduate.
#2: Metrum Community CU Scholarship: This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a post-high school, continuing education, or current college student.
SCHOLARSHIPS DETAILS:
- Scholarship funds can be used for tuition, room & board, books, and other educational expenses, and will be paid directly to the educational institution on the recipient’s behalf.
- Entries must be submitted no later than March 31, 2025.
- Immediate family members of Metrum Community Credit Union (MCCU) staff and board members are not eligible for this scholarship.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicant must be a primary member of Metrum Community Credit Union (have an account in their own name) and the account must have been opened by 01/31/2025.
- Applicant must be entering or attending a vocational, technical, community college or 4-year University in the fall of 2025.
- Applicant must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
- Past MCCU scholarship recipients are not eligible.
- Application is required to write an essay on the topic listed below. Essay requirements:
- 300-500 words
- Double spaced, 12–14-point font.
- Do not include your name on the essay itself.
ESSAY TOPIC:
How do you believe financial literacy can impact an individual’s ability to achieve long-term financial stability, and what role should financial institutions play in promoting financial education?
Before completing the form below, please read the instructions carefully. Also note that your application cannot be saved and resumed later. All personal information given on this application will be kept confidential. Scholarship recipients for 2025 will be chosen by an independent committee and will be notified by April 23, 2025. Scholarship winners must agree to have their acceptance photo taken or submit a photo to be used for various print and electronic media.