Scholarships
It’s no secret that college is expensive
At our credit union in Minnesota, we believe every student should have the opportunity for a college education.

NSCU Scholarships
Each year, North Star Credit Union in Minnesota provides scholarships to our high school members.
We believe in supporting our high school students and fostering their growth. Our annual scholarships help students get one step closer to their dreams, no matter which field they choose.
Area Specific Scholarships
All the applicants who submit for the scholarships above are automatically entered into the Field of Membership scholarship. Please do not fill out the Field of Membership scholarship if you already completed one of the applications above.
Field of Membership Scholarship
ALL STUDENTS IN FIELD OF MEMBERSHIP
Learn more about who is in our field of membership.
Our Purpose and Values
At North Star Credit Union in Minnesota, banking starts with relationships. We are committed to you, our valued members, and supporting your families. Contact us by phone, email, or in person for assistance with scholarship questions or with your account. We look forward to bringing you the modern services you’d expect with the personal touch you wouldn’t.
HOW TO APPLY
- Download the application (above) and fill out.
- Contact your school and ask for the following to be sent to you:
- Your Transcripts.
- Get two emails/letters of recommendation:
- Ask an educator familiar with your work to write one about your academic work.
- Ask someone who is not a relative to write one about your character.
- Send all of that information to: Name listed on the application
Meet our past scholarship winners

Brandi Sougard
Nashwauk-Keewatin School scholarship winner

