Alaska CFAB Scholarship

Alaskans believe in each other and in the power of education to shape what comes next. Through the Alaska Community Foundation, generous donors have come together to support Alaskans pursuing their post-secondary education dreams.

Each year, more than 60 scholarships are available to Alaska students—and it all starts with one simple application. Log in here to apply now!

The ACF post-secondary scholarship application opens January 15 and closes March 15. With one login and one application, you’ll be considered for every scholarship you may be eligible for. After answering a few basic questions about your education and experience, our system matches you with opportunities that fit you.

Whether you’re taking your first step toward college, training for a career, or continuing your education, these scholarships are here to help carry you forward, backed by donors who believe in Alaska’s students and the futures they’re building.

Discover what’s possible.

The CFAB Scholarship Fund was created by The Alaska Commercial Fishing and Agriculture Bank (CFAB). The CFAB Scholarship Fund will award four students with up to $3,500. Recipients of the scholarship award may reapply for this scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicant must be under the age of 26 and an Alaska resident.
• Must be a child, descendant, or spouse of the Alaska Commercial Fishing and Agriculture Bank (CFAB) member or employee, or a principal of a CFAB member at the time the application is made and at the time the scholarship money is awarded.
• Must plan to be a candidate for a degree (or for issuance of a certificate which verifies satisfactory completion of all required courses, training, and testing at an institution that does not issue degrees) at an accredited college, trade school, apprenticeship, or vocational-technical school.

Applicants are asked to provide the following:

• High School/GED background
• Leadership potential and community service; this includes any family-owned or family-related activities
• Employment or Academic References
• Employment or Academic Letters of Recommendation
• Education and Employment History