Applications are being accepted through the ORNL FCU Scholarship Program for the 2024–2025 school year. A minimum of three (3) scholarships are awarded each school year to deserving students/members that excel in education and social merit: One (1) B.A. Candler Scholarship, one (1) John McKittrick Scholarship, and one (1) David Watkins Scholarship. 

The $1,000 scholarships can be used for tuition, books, or other school related expenses. Only members of ORNL FCU and members of their families who are enrolled or plan to enroll in the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and are pursuing a 4-year degree are eligible to compete for the scholarship. All applicants must complete a FAFSA Form for federal student aid coded for the University of Tennessee. The FAFSA must be filed by February 1, 2024. 

Members can find information about the scholarship and application process here. Applicants have the opportunity to submit their application online or download the form to print and submit via mail or email. The ORNL FCU Scholarship application must be received no later than March 1, 2024.

Applicants are selected by the UT General Scholarship Committee and will be notified directly by the University of Tennessee Financial Aid Office by early June.

Apply for an ORNL FCU Scholarship today!