Orange & Blue Scholarship Application 2026

Attach all supporting documentation to your application. Click here to view rules.

DEADLINE: March 31, 2026

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Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Applicant Name*
First Last
Street Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Email*
Telephone #*
Name of High School*
High School Telephone #*
Name of Parent or Guardian*
First Last
Parent or Guardian Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Please attach official high school transcript below.*
Accepted file types: docx, pdf, Max. file size: 100 MB.
Intended College or Technical School (Illinois School ONLY)*
Location*
Major*
Award or Honor you are most proud of:*
Your favorite extracurricular activity:*
Letters of Recommendation*
Drop files here or

Accepted file types: docx, pdf, Max. file size: 100 MB, Max. files: 3.
Attach two letters of recommendation that must be written by an adult, such as: your teacher, counselor, employer, or clergy (no parents/relatives).
Essay*
You are required to submit an essay from the selected topics below. The essay must be a minimum of 300 words, typed and double spaced. Please choose one of the two topics for your essay.

1.Explain the difference between a credit union and bank and why you and/or your parent/legal guardian chose a credit union.

2.Explain how a credit union can help set you up for financial success.
Accepted file types: docx, pdf, Max. file size: 100 MB.
Headshot/Selfie*
Accepted file types: jpg, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 100 MB.

Please attach a clear, well-lit, professional style photo of yourself to use on the U of I Community Credit Union website and socials upon winning.
If selected, does UICCU have permission to share your photo on our social media accounts?*
- Yes
- No
Please provide the date of your high school Honors/Senior Awards night:*
Application Checklist*
Make sure to turn in all of the following documents to be considered.
- Completed application
- Official high school transcript
- Two letters of recommendation
- An essay on one of the two topics provided
- A professional style photo

Orange & Blue Scholarship Application 2026

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