Kern Scholar Scholarship (Ministry Scholars Program)

Kern Scholar Scholarship

Program: Ministry Scholars Program - 5 Year Bachelors to Masters in Ministry

Geographic Scope: Bethel University (Minnesota, US)

Overview:
Scholarship available to students accepted into the Ministry Scholars Program at Bethel University. This is a specialized 5-year program combining undergraduate study in the College of Arts & Sciences with graduate-level seminary education.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Minimum 3.00 GPA
• Grade of "C" or better in CAS courses that meet seminary requirements
• During fall semester of fourth year (senior standing), must demonstrate character and competency to transition to graduate level education
• Must be admitted to the College of Arts & Sciences
• Program director approval required for continued enrollment
• Applications typically accepted through junior year
• Must submit application materials including references (one pastoral reference, one personal reference)

Additional Information:

• Additional financial aid may be available
• Students should complete FAFSA to determine full financial aid eligibility
• Applicants may be invited to interview with Ministry Scholars Program Director and/or Seminary Dean
• Acceptance to scholarship based on qualifications, application materials, and interview performance

How to Apply

Step 1 — Check Application Requirements and Prerequisites

1. Verify you meet the minimum 3.00 GPA requirement
2. Ensure you have earned a grade of "C" or better in CAS courses that meet seminary requirements
3. If in fall semester of fourth year (senior standing), prepare documentation of character and competency for graduate-level education

Step 2 — Apply to the College of Arts & Sciences

1. Complete the undergraduate application for College of Arts & Sciences
2. Note: You can submit the Ministry Scholars application prior to CAS acceptance so both review processes happen simultaneously
3. You cannot be selected as a Ministry Scholar until admitted to CAS

Step 3 — Apply to the Ministry Scholars Program

1. Complete the Ministry Scholars Program Application
2. Provide contact information for two references:
   • One pastoral reference
   • One personal reference
3. Send the reference form link to both references
4. Submit all application materials
5. Attend interview with Program Director and/or Seminary Dean if invited

Additional Steps:

1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine full financial aid eligibility
2. Applications typically accepted through junior year

Required Materials:

• Ministry Scholars Program Application form
• Two reference forms (pastoral and personal)
• Academic records showing GPA and course grades
• Any supporting documentation of character and competency (for senior-standing applicants)