Kern Scholar Scholarship (Ministry Scholars Program)

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

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