Leo S. Rowe Pan American Fund Loan
Deadline: Ongoing
The Rowe Fund awards educational loans to qualified persons from Latin American and Caribbean countries, to help them finance their higher studies in the United States. These loans are made on the understanding that when the recipients have completed their studies, they are to return to their respective home countries to assist in their countries’ development and further their welfare.
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(last checked 2/1/17)
First Presbyterian Church, Shreveport, LA Scholarship
Deadline: June 1
* Member of the Presbyterian Church
* Preference will be given to those who select the following institutions related to the Presbyterian Church
* A minimum of a 3.0 on a 4.0 G.P.A.is required
* Financial need is considered
Scholarships are granted for one year and are renewable.
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Updated 2/1/17
Humane Studies Fellowships
Deadline: January 31
This fellowship is intended to support outstanding students with a demonstrated interest in the classical liberal tradition intent on pursuing an intellectual and scholarly career. Areas of study include Arts and humanities, fine and applied art, law, mass communication and information, religion and theology or social and behavioral science.
For more information, click here.
(updated 2.1.17)
National Federation of the Blind Scholarships
Deadline: March 31
The National Federation of the Blind has the largest scholarship program for legally blind post-secondary students in the country. The Federation grants thirty scholarships annually to legally blind persons in higher education from college freshmen to doctoral candidates. The scholarships range in value from $3,000 to $12,000, and generous donors like the internationally famous scientist and thinker Dr. Ray Kurzweil often enhance these values with additional gifts. Federation scholarship winners also win a trip to the organization’s annual convention and the opportunity to develop mentoring relationships with the nation’s most dynamic leaders of the blind community. Winning a Federation scholarship is a lifetime distinction since winners must compete in a pool of 500 applicants. Winning is also an honor since the selection process is performed by successful blind persons. Winners recognize that they have been chosen by their blind peers who are not fooled by lowered expectations of blind people but rather seek out true quality.
Visit the scholarship program’s website for more information.
(updated 1.2.17)
Spalding Trust Grants-in-Aid of Research
Deadline: April 1
The Spalding Trust supports academic research on comparative inter-faith projects. Consideration is also given to applications which are not academically orientated, provided that they will have a practical and beneficial effect on inter-religious understanding.
Subjects: World religious other than that of the holder. Such study should be the principal, not a subsidiary, object.
Purpose: To promote a better understanding between the great cultures of the world by encouraging the study of the religious principles on which they are based.
Eligibility: Open to those engaged in academic studies or in study which will have practical benefit in promoting inter-religious understanding. No grant may be offered for a study or project within the context of the applicant?s own religion unless there is likely to be a significant result in the improvement of inter-religious understanding. The trustees are reluctant to approve requests for assistance with the expenses of undertaking or completing first degree courses. The Trust?s resources do not permit assistance to applicants to whom other adequate sources of finance are available. Consideration is also given to applications which are not academically orientated, provided that they will have a practical and beneficial effect on inter-religious understanding.
Value: Limited amount in the form of grants for subsistence towards tuition fees, purchase of books or for travel.
Length of Study: Short periods of up to three years.
Application Procedure: Applicants must submit a research proposal, a budget including other possible sources of funding, and academic reference and curriculum vitae. Applications take two to three months to be considered.
Closing Date: Applications are considered throughout the year, but major applications are considered in April.
Additional Information: Trustees are particularly interested in research projects which are backed by professional ability to raise the standard of knowledge of religious principles and practices, and to interpret their relation to contemporary society. On completion of the project, the Trustees expect to receive a report on what has been achieved.
Visit the website for more information, including an application.
(updated 2.1.17)
John Wesley Fellowship – A Foundation for Theological Education
Deadline: January 20
Each year AFTE awards up to five John Wesley Fellowships to assist gifted United Methodists in their doctoral studies at the finest universities. Candidates are selected for their commitment to Christ and the church as well as for their academic excellence.
Fellowships are usually given for four years. At present, the average fellowship grant is $10,000 per academic year.
Visit the website for more information.
(updated 2.1.17)
Grover Powell Scholarship
Deadline: July 1
This scholarship is for seminary students desiring to be a military chaplain. Amounts to be determined annually.
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(last checked 2/2/17)
Bishop James C. Baker Scholarship
Deadline: March 1
Designated for current United Methodist campus ministers, who have been in campus ministry for at least 3 years. Must have received an MDiv degree or equivalent; be pursuing advanced training (i.e., doctorate degree, certification, or independent study); minimum 3.0 GPA. Must be committed to remaining in campus ministry.
Apply for any of this scholarship or others with the United Methodist church here.
(updated 2.1.17)
DHM Scholarships (Disciples Home Missions)
Application Form Deadline: March 15
Reference and Transcript Deadline: April 15
Information
Scholarships are made possible by gifts from individuals, families, congregations, and units of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Scholarship funds are generated from interest earned on permanent funds and cash gifts, and are used as investments in persons preparing for ministry. The Star Supporter Scholarship Committee is comprised of Disciples Home Missions staff and representatives of the National Convocation of the Christian Church. Ministry and Asian staff review the remaining scholarships.
Eligibility
To be eligible for any of the scholarships listed below the applicant must:
Visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
(updated 2.1.17)
Bureau of Indian Education Loan for Service
Deadline: June 1
AIGC is administers a grant from the Bureau of Indian Education to provide financial assistance in the form of loans to eligible American Indian and Alaska Natives seeking graduate and professional degrees.
The goal is to promote opportunities for careers with tribal governments, Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Affairs—funded organizations on and off reservations. Loans are paid back at the rate of one year of service for one year of funding.
Eligibility:
To be considered for an the AIGC Loan for Service, the applicant must:
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(last checked 2/2/17)
