The General Boards of Higher Education and Ministry and Global Ministries share a theological commitment to working to provide access to education. This commitment includes providing scholarships and other assistance to persons from disadvantaged groups that cannot access education and opportunities on the same basis as others. This commitment is grounded in our Methodist theological heritage and our beliefs about God’s call to work for mission and justice in the world.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarships offered through the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
- Approximately $4 million awarded annually
- Supports both undergraduate and graduate degree programs
- Available to students studying at institutions in the United States and internationally
- Application opens each January for students enrolled at U.S. institutions
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a United Methodist student
- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
- Enrolled at an accredited higher education institution
- Meets additional eligibility requirements outlined in the scholarship application
Application Process
- Access the GBHEM scholarship application when it opens in January
- Complete the online scholarship application form
- Provide all required academic, personal, and financial information
- Submit supporting documentation as requested
- Apply by the stated deadline listed in the application portal
As United Methodists, we believe that all people are created in the image of God and of sacred worth. We further believe that all people have a right to education. We recognize, however, that not all people have access to education. As United Methodists, our faith compels us to take concrete actions to oppose injustices that disregard the inherent worth of all people. This includes tangible steps to promote access to education through scholarships.
