When will the scholarship winner be announced?

The winner will be announced by June 15, 2026. All applicants will be notified via email. Funds will be disbursed directly to the winner's school by August 1, 2026.

SwipeSolutions Financial Futures Scholarship

About the Scholarship

At SwipeSolutions, we believe financial literacy is the foundation of a secure future. We've helped over 50,000 Americans navigate their lending options, and we've seen firsthand how understanding personal finance can change lives.

The Financial Futures Scholarship awards $1,000 annually to a college student who demonstrates the impact of financial literacy in their life. We're looking for authentic stories about how understanding money—whether through budgeting, credit management, or smart borrowing—has made a real difference.

Eligibility Requirements

Currently enrolled OR accepted to an accredited US college or university
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
All majors and fields of study welcome
US citizen or permanent resident
No age restriction for eligible students

Essay Prompt

"How Financial Literacy Changed My Life"

In 500-800 words, describe a time when understanding personal finance—budgeting, credit, loans, or saving—made a significant impact on your life or your family's life. What did you learn, and how will you apply this knowledge in the future?

Important Dates

Feb 1, 2026 Application Opens

May 31, 2026 Application Deadline (11:59 PM EST)

June 15, 2026 Winner Announced

Aug 1, 2026 Funds Disbursed to School

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Full Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number

School Name *

Expected Graduation Year *

Current GPA *

On a 4.0 scale. Minimum 2.5 required.

Major/Field of Study *

Essay: "How Financial Literacy Changed My Life" (500-800 words) *

Word count: 0 / 500-800 words

Proof of Enrollment (Transcript or Acceptance Letter) *

Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, PNG (Max 5MB)

I certify that all information provided is accurate and I meet the eligibility requirements. I grant SwipeSolutions permission to use my essay and name (if selected as winner) for promotional purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Any US citizen or permanent resident currently enrolled in or accepted to an accredited US college or university with a minimum 2.5 GPA. All majors and fields of study are welcome—we believe financial literacy matters for everyone, not just business or finance students.

Essays are evaluated based on originality, personal insight, writing quality, and demonstration of financial literacy understanding. We're looking for authentic stories that show real learning and growth—not just academic knowledge, but practical application.

The winner will be announced by June 15, 2026. All applicants will be notified via email. We receive many applications, so please be patient—we read every single essay carefully.

The $1,000 award is sent directly to the winner's school to be applied to tuition, fees, or other educational expenses. This typically happens by August 1, in time for the fall semester.

Yes! Receiving other scholarships does not disqualify you from the SwipeSolutions Financial Futures Scholarship. We encourage you to apply for as many scholarships as you qualify for.

Community college students are absolutely eligible! As long as your school is accredited and you meet the other requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Questions?

We're here to help with any questions about the scholarship.

scholarship@swipesolutions.com