Northwest Community Scholarship awards 20 scholarships for $1,000 to students who demonstrate dedication to creating a positive impact in their community. 

Eligibility:

• Be a NWCU member in good standing by March 29, 2024.
• Be a high school graduate or have a GED.
• Attend an accredited college, university or community college fall of 2024.
• Attend nine or more credit hours for 2024 Fall term.
• Previous recipients may not apply.

Be prepared to provide your most recent transcript and to write an essay based on prompts in the application. 

Please note: These scholarships are not available to Northwest Community Credit Union employees or immediate family members of NWCU's senior management team, Board of Directors or Supervisory Committee.

The Larry Levine Memorial Scholarship is available to Douglas County students ONLY in completing their education and developing career opportunities even in the face of challenge. Larry Levine was a writer and educator Associate Professor who was killed along with eight Umpqua Community College Students in 2015. One scholarship up to $3,500 will be awarded to cover tuition, books, and fees for the 2023-2024 academic year and must be used to attend Umpqua Community College.

One scholarship up to $3,500 will be awarded each year to cover tuition, books, and fees for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Eligibility:

• Be a NWCU member in good standing by March 29, 2024.
• Be a high school graduate or have a GED.
• Attend an accredited college, university or community college fall of 2024.
• Attend nine or more credit hours for 2024 Fall term.
• Previous recipients may not apply.
• Must be a Douglas County resident
• Attend Umpqua Community College in Fall of 2024

Be prepared to provide your most recent transcript and to write essay questions based on prompts in the application.

Please note: These scholarships are not available to Northwest Community Credit Union employees or immediate family members of NWCU's senior management team, Board of Directors, or Supervisory Committee.