Meritus Credit Union Scholarship
Meritus Credit Union is proud to fund higher education! Established in 2004 by the Board of Directors of Meritus Credit Union, this program awards six scholarships, totaling $12,000, to eligible members graduating from high schools in Acadia, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Martin and Vermilion Parishes.
Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors who are members of Meritus CU. Full requirements can be found in the application.
Award: Six (6) scholarships available; $2,000 each
Application: Available in 2026
Lafayette Chapter of Credit Unions Scholarship
This program was established in 2005 by the Lafayette Chapter of the Louisiana Credit Union League. Entries are accepted from members of several participating local credit unions. This scholarship is awarded through a random drawing among eligible applicants.
Eligibility: Eligible Meritus CU members who are graduating high school seniors, undergraduate college students, and technical school students may apply. Full requirements can be found in the application.
Award: Three (3) scholarships available; $1,000 each
Application: Available in 2026
We strongly encourage all eligible members to apply for both scholarships. Not yet a Meritus CU member? Open an account today!
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Meet the 2025 Meritus Credit Union Scholarship Recipients
Catherine Adams – Rayne High School (Acadia Parish)
Addison Cormier – Iota High School (Acadia Parish)
Kaylen Daniels – Westgate High School (Iberia Parish)
Alex Theall – Acadiana High School (Lafayette Parish)
Ezekiel Wall – Iota High School (Acadia Parish)
Michael West – Lafayette High School (Lafayette Parish)
We’re also excited to recognize two recipients of the Lafayette Chapter of Credit Unions Scholarship:
Lily Luneau – Teurlings Catholic High School
Kavin Williams – Prairie View A&M University
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Past Scholarship Recipients - Spring 2024
Meritus Credit Union recently awarded $12,000 in scholarships to six high school seniors in Acadia, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Martin and Vermilion Parishes. Each student received a $2,000 scholarship towards their college education. Meet the 2024 Meritus Credit Union scholarship recipients on our blog.
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