Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU) implements a Scholarship Program to assist local New Mexicans who are high school seniors, homeschool seniors, or GED* recipients who plan to continue their education in university, college, or vocational school programs. Scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited institution of the student’s choice.

The 2026 Scholarship Program will be announced in early February 2026. Thank you for your interest.

Congratulations Class of 2025! Click here to view our 2025 Scholarship Program Recipients slide deck.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to The Encantado Foundation for partnering with us and supporting 2025 Scholarship Program recipients who are pursuing a STEM-related career path.

Program Administration and Partnership with Scholarship America®

The Del Norte Credit Union Scholarship Program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarship, tuition assistance, and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Eligibility for individual programs is determined at the sole discretion of the sponsor, and eligible applications are reviewed by Scholarship America’s evaluation team. Awards for this scholarship are granted to eligible recipients without regard to creed, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.

Scholarship Program FAQs

Where do I send my application?

Del Norte LOV Foundation Scholarship Program Associated with Del Norte Credit Union is administered by Scholarship America® and uses, Scholarship America® Hub, to submit online applications. Mail applications are no longer applicable.

Who completes the Recommender section?

A school counselor, advisor, teacher or work supervisor that knows you well must fill out this section. A recommender cannot be a family member. Make sure you give them enough time to fill out and then return to you in order to turn in on time.

Do I need a school official to sign off the Transcript of grades?

It is no longer required for a school official to sign off on the required transcript of grades. A current, complete transcript of grades is required. Grade reports are not accepted. Transcripts must display student name, school name, grades and credit hours for each course and term in which each course was taken.

Are ACT or SAT scores required in the application?

SAT/ACT scores are not required. If applicant has not taken tests, please leave these fields blank on the application. If you are providing SAT or ACT test scores, and those scores are not listed on your high school transcript, you will need to upload a copy of your test score report(s) separately.