Who Can Apply: This scholarship offers financial support to students preparing to serve as pastors, worship leaders, youth ministers, and other ministry leaders, enabling them to pursue their calling with excellence.
- Be enrolled or accepted into a U.S.-accredited undergraduate or graduate program.
- Be pursuing a full-time degree in ministry, religion, theology, philosophy, or a related field.
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Have volunteer experience in a church or faith-based organization.
- Be a domestic or international student.
Submission:
- Complete the Free Career Fit Test™ at CareerFitTest.com to explore your unique career preferences and strengths. The Premium Report is optional.
- Read the introduction and first chapter of Live Your Calling: A Practical Guide to Finding and Fulfilling Your Mission in Life (available free).
- Complete the online application form on this scholarship page.
- Submit a 400–500 word essay reflecting on:
- Your passion for ministry and chosen field of study.
- Your career goals and how you plan to serve in church leadership.
- How the Career Fit Test™ results and insights from Live Your Calling relate to your career direction.
- Submit one letter of recommendation from a professor, pastor, employer, or mentor.
Deadline: May 15, 2026
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://churchjobsonline.com/scholarship