Credit Human Scholarship
Credit Human is committed to helping its members build more financial slack and stress less. That’s why the Credit Human Scholarship is providing $5,000 awards to seven qualifying applicants who are a member, member's spouse, a member’s child or a member’s grandchild.
Note: December graduates are eligible to receive $2,500.
The 2026 application period has ended
Check back with us in January for the next application period
You are eligible to apply if all of the following is true:
- You are a Credit Human member OR a child, grandchild or spouse of a Credit Human member in good standing for a minimum of six months (September 1) as of the application deadline date. AND
- You are a current college undergraduate OR returning student who has completed at least an associate’s degree (or equivalent number of credits) within the last five years. AND
- You plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university for the upcoming academic year. AND
- You maintain a 2.8 cumulative GPA or above.
Students graduating in December 2026 are eligible for half the award amount.
You are not eligible to apply if one of the following is true:
- You are a Credit Human employee. OR
- You are a high school senior (including seniors who will graduate with an associate's degree as part of a dual enrollment program). OR
- You are a student attending trade, technical or vocational-technical schools, independent programs and/or internship opportunities.
Documents you will need to complete the application
You will need to provide a current, complete transcript of grades. Grade reports are not accepted. Transcripts must display:
- Student name
- School name
- Grades
- Credit hours for each course and term in which each course was taken
You will be notified by the end of April
All scholarship recipients will be notified of their award by the end of April. Please follow the instructions provided to accept the award and verify enrollment.
Recipients who do not belong to Credit Human at the time of application will be required to become members by June 30 following selection. Failure to become a member will cause the recipient to forfeit their awards.
All non-recipients will also be notified via email of their application status.
You are eligible to apply if all of the following is true:
- You are a Credit Human member OR a child, grandchild or spouse of a Credit Human member in good standing for a minimum of six months (September 1) as of the application deadline date. AND
- You are a current college undergraduate OR returning student who has completed at least an associate’s degree (or equivalent number of credits) within the last five years. AND
- You plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university for the upcoming academic year. AND
- You maintain a 2.8 cumulative GPA or above.
Students graduating in December 2026 are eligible for half the award amount.
You are not eligible to apply if one of the following is true:
- You are a Credit Human employee. OR
- You are a high school senior (including seniors who will graduate with an associate's degree as part of a dual enrollment program). OR
- You are a student attending trade, technical or vocational-technical schools, independent programs and/or internship opportunities.
Documents you will need to complete the application
You will need to provide a current, complete transcript of grades. Grade reports are not accepted. Transcripts must display:
- Student name
- School name
- Grades
- Credit hours for each course and term in which each course was taken
You will be notified by the end of April
All scholarship recipients will be notified of their award by the end of April. Please follow the instructions provided to accept the award and verify enrollment.
Recipients who do not belong to Credit Human at the time of application will be required to become members by June 30 following selection. Failure to become a member will cause the recipient to forfeit their awards.
All non-recipients will also be notified via email of their application status.
You are eligible to apply if all of the following is true:
- You are a Credit Human member OR a child, grandchild or spouse of a Credit Human member in good standing for a minimum of six months (September 1) as of the application deadline date. AND
- You are a current college undergraduate OR returning student who has completed at least an associate’s degree (or equivalent number of credits) within the last five years. AND
- You plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university for the upcoming academic year. AND
- You maintain a 2.8 cumulative GPA or above.
Students graduating in December 2026 are eligible for half the award amount.
You are not eligible to apply if one of the following is true:
- You are a Credit Human employee. OR
- You are a high school senior (including seniors who will graduate with an associate's degree as part of a dual enrollment program). OR
- You are a student attending trade, technical or vocational-technical schools, independent programs and/or internship opportunities.
Documents you will need to complete the application
You will need to provide a current, complete transcript of grades. Grade reports are not accepted. Transcripts must display:
- Student name
- School name
- Grades
- Credit hours for each course and term in which each course was taken
You will be notified by the end of April
All scholarship recipients will be notified of their award by the end of April. Please follow the instructions provided to accept the award and verify enrollment.
Recipients who do not belong to Credit Human at the time of application will be required to become members by June 30 following selection. Failure to become a member will cause the recipient to forfeit their awards.
All non-recipients will also be notified via email of their application status.
A guide to education financing
Pursuing higher education opens the door to valuable opportunities, but it also comes with significant expenses, including tuition, fees, and everyday living costs. While loans can help bridge the gap, they’re just one part of the bigger picture. Be sure to explore scholarships, grants, and federal student aid first—they can reduce out-of-pocket costs and help you minimize long-term debt before considering private loan options.
A scholarship for members and their immediate family members
If you want to complete your undergraduate degree and you meet the qualifications on this page, we encourage you to apply during the application window. Check back in January for the next opening.
