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Kern Scholar Scholarship (Ministry Scholars Program)

BETHEL UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION

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Funding Amount

$5,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Kern Scholar Scholarship

Program Type: Institutional scholarship for undergraduate students

Geographic Scope: Minnesota (Bethel University, St. Paul, MN)

Focus Areas: Ministry preparation and Christian education

    Eligibility

  • Must be admitted to the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) at Bethel University
  • Must maintain a minimum 3.00 GPA
  • Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all CAS courses that will meet seminary requirements
  • Must be in good standing during the fall semester of fourth year (senior standing)
  • Must demonstrate character and competency to transition to graduate-level education
  • Must be accepted into the Ministry Scholars Program
  • Applications typically accepted through junior year

    Program Details

  • Part of the 5-Year Bachelors to Masters in Ministry program
  • Designed to support students pursuing ministry careers
  • Scholarship of $5,000 awarded upon acceptance into the Ministry Scholars program
  • Additional financial aid may be available; eligibility determined by completing FAFSA
  • Requires approval from Ministry Scholars program director for continuance

    Background

  • Bethel University is a Christ-centered institution in St. Paul, Minnesota
  • Located at 3900 Bethel Drive, St. Paul, MN 55112
  • Contact: 651.638.6400

How to Apply

Ministry Scholars Program Application Process

Step 1: Check Requirements and Prerequisites

  • Maintain minimum 3.00 GPA

  • Earn grade of "C" or better in CAS courses meeting seminary requirements

  • During fall semester of fourth year (senior standing), demonstrate character and competency for graduate-level education

  • Obtain approval from Ministry Scholars program director for program continuance

    • Step 2: Apply to College of Arts & Sciences

  • Complete undergraduate application to CAS

  • Note: Applicants cannot be selected as Ministry Scholars until admitted to CAS, but can submit Ministry Scholars application before CAS acceptance for simultaneous review

    • Step 3: Apply to Ministry Scholars Program

  • Complete the Ministry Scholars Program Application

  • Applications typically accepted through junior year

  • Submit reference form to one pastoral reference

  • Submit reference form to one personal reference

  • May be invited to interview with Ministry Scholars Program Director and/or Seminary Dean

  • Interview and application materials form basis for acceptance decision

    • Required Materials:

  • Pastoral reference form (sent by applicant)

  • Personal reference form (sent by applicant)

  • Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for financial aid eligibility determination

    • Selection Criteria:

  • Academic performance (3.00+ GPA, C or better in relevant courses)

  • Character assessment through references

  • Competency demonstration through application and interview

  • Approval by Ministry Scholars program director

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