Southwest Airlines Federal Credit Union

Daniel J. Kimber Scholarship Program

The Daniel J. Kimber Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to graduating high school seniors who are members of the Southwest Airlines Federal Credit Union. Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, community involvement, and an essay.

Award

$2,000

Deadline

March 31 (annually)

Level

Undergraduate

Status

Usually due March 31 – next cycle expected

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Application effort
High (essay, transcript, resume)
Who can apply
Undergraduate students

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Who is eligible

  • Applicant must be a SWACU member and the primary member on the Membership Savings account
  • Membership account must have a minimum balance of $5 and be in good standing
  • Applicant must be a graduating high school senior (graduation dates May or June 2026)
  • Must plan to continue education at an accredited college, junior college, or university no later than the Fall 2026 semester
  • SWACU employees, volunteers, and their families are not eligible

What you'll need

  • Official high school transcript certified by a school official, unopened, and postmarked on or before March 25, 2026
  • Essay: "What are your plans for the future and how will your education help you?"
  • Do not include a picture, reference letters, or resume

How to apply

  • Ensure you are a SWACU member with a primary Membership Savings account in good standing
  • Complete and submit the online scholarship application form on Jotform by March 31, 2026, at 5:00 pm CST
  • Mail your official certified transcript to: Southwest Airlines Federal Credit Union, Attn: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 35708, Dallas, TX 75235, postmarked on or before March 25, 2026
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