Church Leadership and Ministry Annual Scholarship 

As part of our commitment to supporting future leaders in ministry, ChurchJobsOnline.com is pleased to offer the Church Leadership and Ministry Scholarship — an award for an undergraduate or graduate student who demonstrates a passion for ministry and a clear vision for their future career in church leadership. This scholarship offers financial support to students preparing to serve as pastors, worship leaders, youth ministers, and other ministry leaders, enabling them to pursue their calling with excellence.

Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be enrolled or accepted into a U.S.-accredited undergraduate or graduate program.
  • Be pursuing a full-time degree in ministry, religion, theology, philosophy, or a related field.
  • Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Have volunteer experience in a church or faith-based organization.
  • Be a domestic or international student.

Application Process
To apply:

  • Complete the Free Career Fit Test™ at CareerFitTest.com to explore your unique career preferences and strengths. The Premium Report is optional, NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY, DO NOT PROVIDE ANY PAYMENT INFORMATION.
  • Read the introduction and first chapter of Live Your Calling: A Practical Guide to Finding and Fulfilling Your Mission in Life (available free).
  • Complete the online application form on this scholarship page.
  • Submit a 400–500 word essay reflecting on:
  1. Your passion for ministry and chosen field of study.
  2. Your career goals and how you plan to serve in church leadership.
  3. How the Career Fit Test™ results and insights from Live Your Calling relate to your career direction.
  • Submit one letter of recommendation from a professor, pastor, employer, or mentor.
  • Additional documents:
  1. Current college students: Provide a digital copy of your unofficial college transcript that shows your GPA.
  2. High school students: Provide a digital copy of your unofficial high school transcript that shows your GPA and a digital copy of your college acceptance letter.

Award
$500.00
Deadline
05/15/2026