Baltimore-Washington Conference of The United Methodist Church
United Women in Faith Scholarship
This scholarship fund provides financial assistance for undergraduate students who are members of churches within the Baltimore-Washington Conference based on financial need, academic achievement, and active church membership.
Award
$400 to $1,000 per year
Deadline
March 6 (annually)
Level
Undergraduate
Status
Usually due March 6 – next cycle expected
All majorsRenewable award
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- Application effort
- Medium (recommendation letters, transcript)
- Who can apply
- Undergraduate students, minimum GPA 2.5
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Who is eligible
- Must be an undergraduate student
- Must be an active, full member of a Baltimore-Washington Conference United Methodist Church for at least one year
- Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Must be pursuing a degree program at an accredited college or university within the United States
- Must be enrolled full-time
- This scholarship is not available to the child of a pastor
What you'll need
- Student's Statement: 'Be prepared to discuss your involvement in the church and how you have served as a leader.'
- Statement of Extenuating Circumstances (200-word limit): 'Explain in the application process if there are extenuating circumstances the Joint Scholarship Task Force needs to take into consideration.'
- Official High School transcript (for graduating seniors) or official College/University transcript
- Pastor's Email: Verification of commitment, involvement, membership length, or confirmation details
- Reference's Email: A recommendation from someone at the church other than the pastor commenting on commitment, involvement, and membership
How to apply
- Visit the GBHEM application portal via the provided link.
- Create an account or log in to your existing account.
- Complete the online application and submit before the March 6 deadline.
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Sources & verification
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Deadlines and amounts change. Always verify details with Baltimore-Washington Conference of The United Methodist Church before submitting.
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