Scholarships

PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS

The Presidential Scholarship Program is a series of scholarships involving both academic criteria and leadership skills. Presidential Scholarships are merit-based scholarships distributed to Masters level students. They cover up to 100 percent of tuition. Some Presidential Scholars may also receive a stipend to be determined annually.

Applicants are required to complete the annual Asbury Theological Seminary Financial Aid Application, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and complete the Presidential Scholarship Application which includes a 500-word essay on “How do you anticipate that seminary will equip you for future leadership.”

Applications for the Presidential Scholarship will be emailed to prospective students who qualify for participation and have been admitted to Asbury Seminary by Jan. 4. Applications must be submitted by Jan.15.

Requirements of Presidential Scholars shall include:

Undergraduate cumulative 3.75 GPA
Maintain full-time student status (24 hours annually)
Maintain a 3.5 GPA
Demonstration of faithful involvement in a local worship community, as well as the seminary community
Participation in at least four Christian service activities a year
Completion of a Seminary-approved financial planning seminar or workshop during the first term of study in order to re-qualify for subsequent terms of scholarship funding
Commitment to enter into active ministry (requiring 20 hours/week commitment) following graduation or completion of other academic work

DEANS SCHOLARSHIPS

Deans Scholarships are need-based scholarships distributed to Masters level students. They cover up to 50 percent of tuition. All Masters level students who have completed the necessary paperwork by March 1st will be considered for the Deans Scholarship. U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens need to submit their Asbury Theological Seminary Financial Aid Application and their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). International students need to submit the International Student Questionnaire (ISQ).

Requirements of Deans Scholars shall include:

Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.75 and regular service in a local congregation, campus ministry, mission outreach, or social service OR a 2.5 undergraduate cumulative GPA and notable leadership in a local congregation, campus ministry, mission outreach, or social service
Commitment to taking at least 18 hours annually
Maintain a 2.75 GPA.
Demonstration of faithful involvement in a local worship community, as well as the seminary community
Participation in at least two Christian service activities a year
Completion of a Seminary-approved financial planning seminar or workshop during the first term of study in order to re-qualify for subsequent terms
Commitment to enter in to active ministry (requiring 20 hours/week commitment) following graduation or completion of other academic work

TRUSTEE INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Trustee International Scholarships are need-based scholarships distributed to international students in all degree programs. Trustee International Scholarship cover up to 100 percent of tuition. Some Trustee International Scholarships may receive a stipend, which will be determined annually. The Scholarship Selection Committee meets in March to award scholarships for the following academic year.

The Trustee International Scholarships are available to persons from indigenous groups, who are participants in the life of their communities. They are not available to persons who are or plan to become citizens or permanent residents of the USA, citizens of Canada, or citizens of what was previously called “western” Europe. Those students may, though, apply for Deans Scholarships. Trustee International Scholarships will be granted to students seeking degrees that will allow the assumption of leadership (ecclesial or academic) in their home country.

Requirements of Trustee International Scholars shall include:

Undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.75 and regular service in a local congregation, campus ministry, mission outreach, or social service OR a 2.5 undergraduate cumulative GPA and notable leadership in a local congregation, campus ministry, mission outreach, or social service
Maintain a 2.75 GPA
Demonstration of faithful involvement in a local worship community, as well as the seminary community
Completion of a Seminary-approved financial planning seminar or workshop during the first term of study in order to re-qualify for subsequent terms
Commitment to enter in to active ministry in his/her homeland following graduation or completion of other academic work

POSTGRADUATE SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIPS

Postgraduate Support Scholarships are available to Ph.D., D.Miss, and Th.M. students. Merit is the primary criterion for granting Postgraduate Support Scholarships, with need as a secondary, yet still significant, criterion. Postgraduate students may receive 25, 50, 75, or 100 percent tuition waivers, though Th.M. students will not be considered for full tuition scholarships. All applicants admitted for these degree programs by Feb. 1st will be invited to apply for the Postgraduate Support Scholarship via email. Applicants are required to complete a Postgraduate Support Scholarship Application, including a 1000 word essay, answering this question: “Students who are passionate about their dissertation research tend to make more innovative contributions to their fields of study. Describe your passion for your research and how it will equip you for your future?” The deadline for application submittal is Feb. 15.

Fifty percent of the Postgraduate Support Scholarship is a forgivable loan upon completion of the degree within the time limits for completion as found in the catalog (e.g., a student receiving a 50 percent tuition waiver has a grant worth 25 percent and a loan worth 25 percent that is forgivable upon successful completion within the required time.)

One hundred percent recipients may be eligible for stipends, with the stipend to be determined annually.

Requirements of Postgraduate Support Scholars shall include:

Maintenance of a GPA in accordance with the published seminary standards for continuation without probation.

Special Scholarships for MA/MDiv Students

Special Scholarships are generated from either Endowed or Restricted funds. Recipients of Special Scholarships must represent strong promise for Christian ministry and demonstrate need, as determined by the Financial Aid Committee. The Asbury Theological Seminary Financial Aid Application serves as the application for all institutional scholarships. The Financial Aid Committee makes awards. Each year a student may request renewal of a Special Scholarship by filing a new Asbury Theological Seminary Financial Aid Application and a FAFSA by March 1.