2026 WSCA Conference Scholarship
We’re pleased to announce that with the support of Educators Credit Union, we are able to offer WSCA Conference Scholarships for five (5) lucky counselors!
Each scholarship covers:
- WSCA Member Registration fees for conference
- A standard hotel room at the Kalahari for one night (Thursday, Nov 5th)
Scholarship Application Information:
Scholarship Application Special Requirements
Applicants are required to submit a form signed by an administrator who has authority to release the counselor from school for the dates of the event.
Scholarship Eligibility
To support equitable access to professional development, this scholarship is available to school counselors who meet the following criteria:
- Location-Based Eligibility
Applicants must currently work as licensed school counselors in K–12 schools within Dane, Green, Jefferson, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Rock, Walworth, Washington, or Waukesha counties. - Demonstrated Financial Need
Applicants must outline financial barriers that may prevent them from attending the conference without support. This may include a lack of funding from their district or school, travel costs, or personal financial limitations. - Potential Benefit from Attendance
Applicants must describe how attending the conference will enhance their school counseling practice, support student outcomes, and contribute to their professional growth. - Active WSCA Member
Applicants must be active members of WSCA to apply. (At WSCA, we never want finances to be a barrier to being an association member. If needed, we have implemented a membership assistance program to waive up to 100% of your membership dues. Find more information here.)
Application Deadline
Applications must be submitted on or before Friday, September 11, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
Scholarship Includes
- WSCA Member Registration fees for conference
- A standard hotel room at the Kalahari for one night (Thursday, Nov 5th)
Scholarship Winner Selection Process
Awards will be selected in a random lottery from the full list of eligible applicants.
Scholarship Winner Notification
WSCA will notify the winners and non-winners no later than Monday, September 14th.
Questions:
If you have any questions, please contact the WSCA Business Office at admin@wscaweb.org or 608-204-9825
About Educators Credit Union:
Educators Credit Union
Educators Credit Union was founded by teachers in 1937 so members could borrow and save money at fair and reasonable interest rates. Today, Educators members are students, government workers, healthcare employees, small business owners and many other community members. Educators started out operating under the guiding principle of “Not for Profit, Not for Charity, But for Service.” That purpose and philosophy remains our foundation and guiding force today, along with our mission to help every member achieve his or her financial goals. Visit www.ecu.com to learn more about what ECU has to offer.
