Religious/Theological Studies scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 30, 2025Apply below to the best Religious/Theological Studies scholarships for January 2025.
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Orville F. Kay Ministerial Education Scholarship for Martin Luther College
Door County • Minnesota • Religious/Theological Studies
The Orville F. Kay Scholarship offers $5,000 to Southern Door High School graduates with a 2.0 GPA and community involvement.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Gus and Ethel Wolters Scholarship
Lavaca County • Texas • Arts • Studio Arts • Religious/Theological Studies • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Biology • Chemistry • Climate Sciences • Energy • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Horticulture • Information Sciences • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Mathematics • Music • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Accounting • Advertising • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Economics • Finance • Hospitality • Human Resources • Management • Marketing • Operations Management • Public Relations • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Sports Management • Travel & Tourism • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Gus and Ethel Wolters Scholarship offers up to $11,000 for Lavaca County residents attending Texas colleges in specific fields.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Faber-Rosen Scholarship
Cuyahoga County • Geauga County • Lake County • Lorain County • Medina County • Summit County • Portage County • Ohio • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Medicine • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Dentistry • Religious/Theological Studies • For Jewish students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Faber-Rosen Scholarship: $800 for Jewish students in Greater Cleveland pursuing dental, medical, or rabbinic studies with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Stoody-West Graduate Fellowship
Radio & Television • Film • Religious/Theological Studies • For Methodist students • Graduate Students
Apply for the $6,000 Stoody-West Graduate Fellowship in religious journalism for United Methodist students pursuing post-graduate studies.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Alexander Christian Foundation of Indiana Scholarship (Graduate Students)
Indiana • Religious/Theological Studies • For Christian students • Graduate Students
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Alexander Christian Foundation of Indiana Scholarship (Undergraduate Students)
Indiana • Religious/Theological Studies • For Christian students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
JVS Chicago Scholarship Program
Illinois • Indiana • Business (MBA) • Communications • Teacher Education • Healthcare Administrative • Religious/Theological Studies • Law • Pre-Med • Arts • Science • Social Work • Education • Technology • Healthcare-Related • Public Health • Public Policy & Administration • For Jewish students • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Sophomores
JVS Chicago Scholarship offers up to $8,000 for Jewish students in the Chicago area pursuing helping professions.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
The WMU Foundation Scholarships
Religious/Theological Studies • For Baptist students • Seniors • Juniors • Freshmen • Sophomores
WMU Foundation Scholarships support Southern Baptist students, offering $1,500+ for those connected to Baptist missions. Apply with essay & recommendations.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
The Special Seminary Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • For Christian students • For Methodist students • Seniors • Sophomores • Juniors • Freshmen
The Special Seminary Scholarship offers $2,000 for students under 30 pursuing ordained ministry at a UM-related seminary.
Deadline:
March 30, 2025
The Richard S. Smith Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For students of color • Freshmen
The Richard S. Smith Scholarship offers $1,000 to racial-ethnic minority high school seniors pursuing church-related careers.
Deadline:
March 30, 2025
MMUF Travel and Research Grants
World Studies • Conservation • Writing • History • Literature • Geological & Earth Sciences • English • Film • Music • Foreign Languages • Sociology • Theatre/Performing Arts • Religious/Theological Studies • Graduate Students
MMUF Travel & Research Grants offer up to $5,000 for graduate students in select fields. Apply with a personal statement and research plan.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Disciples Home Missions Scholarships
Religious/Theological Studies • For Christian students • Graduate Students
Disciples Home Missions offers scholarships for M.Div. students in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) preparing for ministry.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Beinecke Scholarship Program
Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Architecture • English • Fashion • Literature • Writing • Social Sciences • Religious/Theological Studies • Political Science/Government • Psychology • Philosophy • Graphic Design • Film • Photography • For Pacific Islander students • Seniors
The Beinecke Scholarship offers up to $35,000 for college juniors pursuing advanced degrees in arts, humanities, or social sciences.
Deadline:
March 29, 2025
The Game Changers Scholarship
Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • Political Science/Government • Criminal Justice • Psychology • Counseling • Public Health • Sociology • Communications • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Arts Management • Management • Natural Resources Management • Operations Management • Sports Management • Accounting • Economics • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Chemistry • Physics • Geological & Earth Sciences • Astronomy • Environmental Engineering • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Information Sciences • Materials Science • Science • Arts • Art History • English • Foreign Languages • Religious/Theological Studies • History • Social Sciences • International Relations • Gender Studies • Writing • Graphic Design • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Game Changers Scholarship awards $2,000 to multicultural women for business, sciences, or liberal arts degrees. Minimum GPA: 3.0.
Deadline:
May 12, 2025
Buddhist Studies Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • Graduate Students • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores
Khyentse Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for Buddhist studies. Open to students, practitioners, and scholars of all traditions.
Deadline:
July 15, 2025
CM Cares Religious Scholar Program
Religious/Theological Studies • Graduate Students
CM Cares offers $2,500 scholarships for advanced religious studies students in the US with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
At-Large Leadership Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • For Baptist students • Graduate Students
Baptist students in divinity or theology master's programs can apply for the At-Large Leadership Scholarship, offering up to $4,000.
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
Florida Eastern Star Training Awards for Religious Leadership Scholarship
Florida • Religious/Theological Studies • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Florida Eastern Star Training Awards offers a $250 scholarship for Florida students pursuing religious leadership in college or seminary.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
David Eaton Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • For Women • Graduate Students
The David Eaton Scholarship supports women from marginalized groups pursuing Unitarian Universalist ministry. Apply with an essay and resume.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Lucile Murray Durkin Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • For Christian students • For Women • For Non-binary students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Lucile Murray Durkin Scholarship offers $2,200 to women and non-binary individuals pursuing Catholic priesthood through education.
Deadline:
April 29, 2025
Project Grant for Researchers
Religious/Theological Studies • For Christian students • Graduates
The Project Grant for Researchers offers up to $30,000 for academic and pastoral research on Christian faith, ministry, and religious institutions.
Deadline:
September 1, 2025
Robert J. McNamara Student Paper Award
Religious/Theological Studies
The Robert J. McNamara Award honors graduate students' sociology of religion papers with a $500 grant. Membership required.
Deadline:
June 7, 2025
The Mary E. Bivins Ministry Scholarship Program
Texas • Education • Religious/Theological Studies • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Mary E. Bivins Ministry Scholarship offers up to $7,000 for students pursuing degrees to preach Christianity in the Texas panhandle.
Deadline:
February 24, 2025
Buddhist Studies Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies
Khyentse Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for Buddhist studies. Open to students, practitioners, and scholars of all traditions.
Deadline:
July 15, 2025
The Georgia Harkness Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • For Women • Age • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Georgia Harkness Scholarship offers $5,000 for women 35+ pursuing a master of divinity. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
FAQ
You can find Religious/Theological Studies scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, visiting your school's financial aid office, or checking with religious organizations and institutions. A great resource is Mos, which provides a comprehensive list of available scholarships.
Deadlines for Religious/Theological Studies scholarships vary by scholarship provider. It's crucial to check the specific deadlines for each scholarship you are interested in and plan your application timeline accordingly.
To apply for Religious/Theological Studies scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide transcripts, and submit any required essays or personal statements. Be sure to follow the specific instructions for each scholarship.
Eligibility criteria for Religious/Theological Studies scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, financial need, affiliation with a religious organization, and specific program enrollment. Always check the requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, many Religious/Theological Studies scholarships are legitimate and offered by accredited institutions, religious organizations, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
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