Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary

Scholarships

SCHOLARSHIPS

Garrett-Evangelical is committed to financially supporting its students with scholarships that recognize academic ability, background, and need. Generous support from the seminary's alumni/ae and friends allow us to support you in this community act of Christian stewardship.

Currently the school offers four different types of scholarships: Leadership, Honor, Pan-Methodist and Need-Based.  Scholarships range from 25% of tuition to 100% of tuition plus stipend.  Students applying for admission to the MDiv, MTS or MA degree programs are automatically evaluated for scholarship eligibility.

FULL-TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS
Students applying for admission to the MDiv, MTS or MA degree programs are automatically evaluated for scholarship eligibility. Application for our full-tuition scholarships are due February 1 for the following fall.

LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS
Leadership awards range from 55-90%of tuition.

HONOR SCHOLARSHIPS
Honor awards range from 30%-50% of tuition.

SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
The following scholarships range from 30-75% of tuition.

Alumni/ae Scholarships
Awarded to Master’s students who are recommended by an alumni/ae of Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Garrett Biblical Institute or Evangelical Theological Seminary.

Legacy Scholarships
Relative of a Garrett-Evangelical graduate  — At least one parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, sibling or spouse is a graduate of Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evangelical Theological Seminary or Garrett Biblical Institute.

United Methodist College/University Scholarships
Awarded to Master’s students who have graduated from a United Methodist College or University and are candidates for ministry in the United Methodist Church. 

Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Scholarships
Awarded to Master’s students who have graduated from a Historically Black College or University. 

Volunteers in Mission and Service Scholarships
Awarded to Master’s students who have participated in one of the following volunteer mission and service experiences: US-2 program, Presbyterian Young Adult Volunteer (YAV) program, Lutheran Volunteer Corps, Jesuit Volunteer Corps, or Americorps VISTA program.

Wesley Foundation Scholarships
Awarded to Master‘s students who have been active members of their university’s Wesley Foundation and who are candidates for ministry in the United Methodist Church.  Requires a letter of recommendation from the student’s Wesley Foundation Director/Campus Minister. 

PAN-METHODIST SCHOLARSHIPS
Pan-Methodist scholarships are available to certain denominally identified students. Must meet admission requirements and fill out the FAFSA form. Scholarships range from 25% to 100% of tuition.

Mother Zion Scholarship – African Methodist Episcopal Zion (AMEZ): For entering students from the AMEZ denomination who demonstrate financial need.

Mother Bethel Scholarship – African Methodist Episcopal (AME): For entering students from the AME denomination who demonstrate financial need.

Mother Liberty Scholarship – Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME): For entering students from the CME denomination who demonstrate financial need.

Hispanic/Latino/a United Methodist Scholarship: For entering Latino/a students from the UMC denomination who demonstrate financial need.

NEED-BASED SEMINARY SCHOLARSHIP
For entering and returning students who demonstrate financial need through the FAFSA form.  Registration for a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester required.  Scholarship is for 25% of tuition.

Federal Resources

FEDERAL RESOURCES

The seminary participates in the following federal programs: Federal Direct Stafford Loans,
Federal Perkins Loans and Federal Work Study

FAFSA
In order to be eligible for federal resources, a student must be a resident of the United States, registered at least half-time and complete the FAFSA each year.

Garrett-Evangelical's FAFSA school code: G01682

OTHER INFORMATION
Websites with further information for students interested in borrowing federal funds:

• Federal Direct Stafford, Perkins Loan Programs; Federal Work-Study Programs
• Loan Locator at National Student Clearinghouse
• U.S. Department of Education, Student Financial Assistance

Outside Resources

OUTSIDE RESOURCES

Grants available from resources outside the seminary include the local church, denominations and a variety of organizations and agencies. Following are some sources to check:

• Denominational loans see your denomination's web site
• The Fund for Theological Education
• Illinois Student Assistance Commission

United Methodist Resources
United Methodist members may be eligible for various grants, loans and/or conference funds. For example:

• Dollars for Scholars
  -Available to all United Methodist degree students
• The Reverend Charles W. Tadlock Scholarship
  - Students from Missouri East and West conferences preparing for parish ministry
• The Georgia Harkness Scholarship
  - Women over 35 preparing to be an ordained elder
• The HANA scholarship
  - Hispanic, Asian or Native American students
• The E. Craig Brandenburg Graduate Award
  - Second career students over 35 years of age
• The John Q. Schisler Graduate Award
  - Students pursuing careers as professional Christian educators not ordained elders
• The Miriam Hoffman Scholarship Program
  - Students pursuing careers in music education and/or music ministry
• The United Methodist General Scholarship
  - B average or better and able to establish financial need
• The Bishop James C. Baker Award
  - MDiv’s in campus ministry pursuing advanced studies
• Crusade Scholarship
  - Ethnic student with leadership promise
• United Methodist Student Loan
  - Eligibility requirements on the General Board of Higher Education in Ministry website

United Methodist Conference Resources
United Methodist members may be eligible for various grants, loans and/or conference funds. For example:

• Annual Conference Funds
  - Certified candidates should contact their individual conferences for information on funding available
• Ministerial Education Fund
  - Certified candidates should contact their individual conferences for information on funding available

Conferences may have additional scholarships not listed here