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Our annual Palisades CU scholarship program helps students in our New York and New Jersey communities pay for college. Check back here in 2026 for the application!

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Is this scholarship right for you?

Check the criteria below to see if you’re eligible to apply.

Must be a Palisades CU member in good standing*

You are a college-bound high school senior at the time of application.

You are attending college for the first time in the fall of 2026.

You will be enrolled in either a two or four-year at an accredited education institution only.

You agree to use any scholarship funds by January 31, 2027 at an accredited education institution only.

* If you’re not yet a member, become a member before submitting your scholarship application!

Here’s what we’ll need

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Tell us about you!
We want to hear about your high school experience: honors & awards, activities, volunteer work, and leadership positions.

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The essay section.
“People helping people” is at the heart of credit unions. What does that mean to you?

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The academic details.
Upload a copy of your high school transcript.

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Scholarship FAQs

Common questions about our scholarships.

When is this scholarship available?

Our Palisades CU Scholarship application opens up in January of each year.

How do I apply?

To apply, eligible members must complete the online scholarship application form above. No need to email us anything outside of this application form, unless you have questions!

Other than the application form, what should I submit?

Applicants will need to submit their essay response file, as well as their high school transcript documenting their GPA for grades 9-11.

What is the deadline to submit an application?

The online scholarship application must be submitted by Friday, April 24th, 2026. If any portion is incomplete or missing, the application will not be considered.

I have questions about the application. Who should I contact?

You can email us at marketing@palisadesfcu.org, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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