Minnesota South District, LCMS

Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church of North Minneapolis Scholarship

This scholarship provides financial awards to eligible candidates pursuing a career as a commissioned or ordained minister of The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS). It benefits Lutheran students who are members of congregations within the MN South District of the LCMS.

Award

Between $5,000-$10,000

Deadline

April 1 (annually)

Level

Both

Status

Usually due April 1 – next cycle expected

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Application effort
High (essay, recommendation letters, transcript, resume)
Who can apply
Undergraduate and graduate students, minimum GPA 2.5

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Who is eligible

  • Candidates must be members of congregations within the Minnesota South District of the LCMS
  • Candidates must be in their third or fourth year of study at an undergraduate college or university of the LCMS, or enrolled in a post-baccalaureate program at an LCMS college, university or seminary
  • Candidates must be enrolled on a full-time basis, based upon the respective institution's definition of 'full-time' status
  • Students are not eligible to apply for their vicarage year
  • Candidates must be pursuing a career as a commissioned or ordained minister of the LCMS
  • Candidates must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale

What you'll need

  • Applicant Information
  • Current Transcript
  • District Financial Aid Form submitted to the university/seminary Financial Aid Office
  • Essay: "An essay describing why you are interested in a vocation as a commissioned/ordained minister of the LCMS"
  • Community Service Resume
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Applicant's Signature

How to apply

  • Submit the District Financial Aid Form to your university or seminary Financial Aid Office by April 1, 2026.
  • Complete and submit the online Immanuel Scholarship Application form.
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