2026 NYCUA Scholarship Program

Fund Your College Dreams: Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

Ontario Shores FCU is proud to announce a scholarship opportunity for college-bound students! In partnership with New York Credit Union Association (NYCUA), we are opening applications for high school seniors attending two- or four-year accredited educational institutions as well as vocational or trade schools in 2026. The program is designed to provide funds that would be used toward tuition, room and board, books, and school supplies.

At Ontario Shores FCU we believe in the boundless potential of our young scholars. This scholarship is more than financial support; it’s a belief in their dreams and an investment in our community’s future. We encourage all eligible students to apply and wish them success in their academic pursuits.

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be:

• Members of Ontario Shores FCU.
• College-bound high school seniors at the time of application.
• Planning to attend a two- or four-year accredited educational institution, vocational, or trade school for the first time in the fall of 2026.

How to Apply

Interested students can embark on this rewarding opportunity by following these steps:

1. Get Started: Visit osfcu.com/scholarships to download the application. A credit union verification code will be needed to verify eligibility, so be sure to contact the credit union directly for this.
2. Complete the Application: Fill out the application form, write the required essay, and gather the necessary transcripts. Don’t forget to obtain a signature from a parent or guardian.
3. Submit Your Application: Upload and submit your completed application along with the supporting materials online no later than January 9, 2026.

Come early spring, applications will be judged against other submissions statewide. The lucky winners will be announced in May.

For additional information or specific queries about this scholarship program, don’t hesitate to contact Julia Alt by calling (716) 778-7423 or emailing juliaa@osfcu.com.