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Bishop John W. Hamilton Scholarship

General Board of Higher Education & Ministry

This scholarship is open to female members of the United Methodist Church who are African America and an orphan, if possible. Students enrolled in UMCs historically black colleges/universities are given preference.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Gender:
    Female
  • Age/Grade Level:
    Preference to student enrolled in one of the UMCs historically black colleges/universities.
  • Minimum GPA:
    2.50
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Residence:
    Permanent residents (or United States citizens or who are Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) persons shall follow the Domestic Applicant Minimum Scholarship Requirements.)
  • Citizenship:
    United States citizens or who are Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) persons shall follow the Domestic Applicant Minimum Scholarship Requirements. (or permanent residents)For International Applicant: Citizens from other country
  • College:
    Preference to student enrolled in one of the UMCs historically black colleges/universities.
  • Religion:
    Full active member of UMC 1 year
  • Ethnicity:
    Must be an African American female student
  • Miscellaneous:
    Applicant must be an an orphan if possible

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Acquire the correct email addresses for any required reference -you will need your pastor to confirm church membership and a Church Reference who knows you well. (Some applicants will also need a DCOM member, an academic advisor, or CPE supervisor). References must submit their recommendations via a specific link and code generated from your application

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