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Scholarships

High loan debt and relatively low ministry salaries often deter students from accepting full-time ministry positions upon graduation. Additionally, the concept that “I’m working my way through college,” is no longer feasible in most cases. However, if students graduate with minimal debt, they are free to evaluate ministry employment opportunities based upon passion and calling.

To help address the debt issue, KCVM will award scholarships to students who meet the criteria below. Each student must:

  • Be preparing to serve as a vocational pastor in a church in the United States. Priority will be given to students aspiring to be senior pastors.
  • Be recommended by a church leader/pastor AND a professor/teacher.
  • Demonstrate financial need.
  • Maintain a cumulative grade-point average of 3.25 for coursework completed at APU.

The total maximum award per student is $10,000. It is distributed as follows:

  • First year: $2,000
  • Second and third years: $4,000/per year (if the student continues to meet the criteria)

One-half of the annual scholarship is applied to the student’s account each semester.

Applicants must be a current APU student majoring in Christian Ministries, Youth Ministry, Theology, or Biblical Studies to qualify.

Apply

To apply for a KCVM scholarship:

  • Download and complete the application form (PDF).
  • Download and print two Scholarship Recommendation Forms (PDF) to be completed by both a church leader/pastor AND a professor/teacher.
  • Return all forms per the instructions provided on each form and by the date specified. Late applications will not be accepted.

If you have any questions, please email ministryasvocation@apu.edu.