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General Board of Higher Education and Ministry

GBHEM Scholarships offers financial aid to United Methodist students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Every year, an average of $4 million is awarded to help students in the United States and abroad pursue their dreams through higher education.

Online applications open in January each year.

Apply online at General Board of Higher Education and Ministry

Please direct inquiries to the GBHEM Office of Loans and Scholarships: Email [email protected] or call 615-340-7342.


United Methodist Higher Education Foundation

UMHEF awards over $2 million in scholarships annually. They also have a Dollars for Scholars program which involves matching support from a student’s church, participating United Methodist-related schools, and participating UMC conference foundations (including us!).

Online applications open in January each year.

Apply online on their Scholarship Page or learn more about Dollars for Scholars.

Please direct inquiries to United Methodist Higher Education Foundation: Email [email protected] or call 800-811-8110.