Financial Assistance
Theological education may initially appear expensive, but the Theological School helps bring costs well within reach through financial assistance.
Drew structures financial assistance using two principles: 1) avoid unduly increasing any accumulated indebtedness; and 2) give maximum assistance to students in the Master of Divinity program. Most students qualify for both merit- and need-based aid.
Very limited federal or state aid is available to graduate or professional-level students, so most aid comes from the University or from outside, nongovernmental sources. While University aid is calculated automatically, students need ingenuity and resourcefulness to discover other assistance. Local library reference departments or church officials are good starting points. Students should contact the Office of Student Assistance (or its equivalent) in their state to inquire about state financial aid programs.
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Drew Awards
Drew's Office of Financial Assistance creates a financial aid "package" for each eligible student. This package usually consists of several aid components (any of which a student may choose to decline). Every effort is made to create a package that minimizes a student's debt burden, thus the typical package contains scholarships and grants, work-study, and low-interest loans, in that order.
Merit-based scholarships can cover up to 100 percent of tuition. Grants generally cover from 20 to 75 percent of annual tuition charges and are based on a student's academic record. Drew financial assistance awards are given as a percentage of tuition and the percentage remains constant throughout the degree program, relative to academic load and satisfactory academic progress. A student must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits per semester to be eligible.
One-half of a student's annual grant award and loan amount is credited to the student's account each semester. Those with federal work-study jobs or other campus employment receive regular paychecks for time worked. Work-study is NOT credited to the student accounts.
In accordance with standards adopted by the Association of Theological Schools (A.T.S.), students are expected to furnish a reasonable portion of their own educational expenses. This contribution may come from savings, summer work, an employed spouse, part-time jobs, or a loan.
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Application Procedures
Students seeking federal financial assistance must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Drew University Supplemental Aid Form as directed at the time of their application for admission. There are two deadlines: a priority deadline for consideration for merit-based scholarships and a guaranteed award deadline, after which the school cannot guarantee that students can be awarded the full financial aid for which they may be eligible. The priority deadline for new students is April 30; the deadline for guaranteed awards for fall applicants is June 30. Every effort is made to provide full financial assistance to applications received after the guaranteed award deadlines, and appropriate adjustments will be made in future semesters. Aid is awarded on an annual basis, except for new students admitted in the spring semester. Registered students must submit renewal financial aid forms annually by April 1.
Consequences of Noncompliance with Verification Deadlines
Federal regulations require aid administrators to verify selected financial aid applications by comparing reported data with income tax returns and other documentation. Federal aid awards cannot be credited to student accounts until verification is completed.
Failure to provide the requested documentation within the specific time period may thus result in the following:
- Denial of financial aid for a semester or academic year;
- Drew's inability to process your future financial aid applications.
International Students
Because of the stringent financial reporting prerequisite to the granting of visa documents, international students are required to submit financial documentation to certify all funds needed to cover the cost of attendance for one calendar year. Drew scholarship assistance and on-campus employment can be applied in partial satisfaction of this requirement.
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Theological School Scholarships
Named Awards: Funding for many Drew Scholarships comes from the earnings of endowed scholarships created by trustees, alumni/ae, and friends of the University. All admitted students are considered for Theological Named Scholarships. Students are not required to apply for these awards under separate cover.
Franklin E. and Bertha E. Allison Scholarship. Endowed by the estate of Franklin E. and Bertha E. Allison in 1979. Awarded to assist a student or students in training for the ministry or Christian education.
Henry G. Appenzeller Scholarship. Endowed in 1988 in memory of Henry G. Appenzeller, 1885 graduate of the Theological School, by friends. Awarded to a second- or third-year student who displays commitment to service in the spirit of Henry G. Appenzeller, the first Methodist missionary to Korea.
Lawrence Athey Scholarship. Endowed by the estate of Lawrence H. Athey T'31. Awarded to deserving theological students.
Cathrine C. Baxter Scholarship. Endowed in the year 2000 by this lifelong United Methodist churchwoman from Summitville, N.Y. Awarded as a two-year scholarship to one or more United Methodist students contemplating parish ministry - with standing as either a junior in the College or a second-year M.Div. student in the Theological School - with a preference for young men and for students from New York State.
Frank C. and Ethel S. Benitz Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 1969 by Frank R. Benitz to honor his parents. Awarded to a young man preparing for United Methodist ministry.
Richard and Marian Berkefeldt Student Help Fund. Established in 1968 by Richard N. Berkefeldt, a generous Methodist layman, and his wife, Marian Berkefeldt, to help needy and worthy students.
Bockoven-Arnold Scholarship. Endowed in 2008 by the estate of Betty B. Arnold, a long-time Drew employee. To be awarded to needy and worthy students in the Theological School.
Barbara W. Bostleman Scholarship. Endowed by a bequest from Barbara W. Bostelman in 2006. Awarded to deserving theological students.
G. Roy and Olive Scott Bragg Scholarship. Endowed in 1992 by Mrs. Bragg in memory of G. Roy Bragg T'39. Awarded to a second- or third-year student preparing for the ministry who excels in the study of theology.
C. Maxwell Brown Scholarship. Endowed in 1977 by Evelyn Berger Brown in honor of her husband, C. Maxwell Brown T'32. Awarded to second- or third-year M.Div. students with demonstrated need.
Paul Burt Scholarship. Awarded annually since 1975 by the Wesley United Methodist Church in Urbana, Ill. Awarded to a student preparing for campus ministry or to an international student.
Gladys Capron Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 1990 by the Reverend Richard W. Capron T'73, G'86 in memory of his grandmother, Gladys Capron. Awarded to a second- or third-year student who professes a vocation in urban ministry.
Henry J. and Georgetta Cassard Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 1968 by Georgetta Cassard, Marcella Cassard Chapman, and Georgetta Cassard Webbe. Awarded to deserving theological students.
Darwin R. and Yen M. Chang Scholarship. Endowed by Darwin R. and Yen M. Chang of
Madison. Awarded annually to a student of Chinese descent who demonstrates good character.
Chatham United Methodist Women's Scholarship. An award to a woman in the M.Div. program, usually given to an entering student, but renewable if need continues. Made available by the Chatham, N.J., United Methodist Women and awarded through the Drew Theological School Financial Assistance Committee.
Andrew Cheng Scholarship. Endowed in 2002 by Andrew Cheng T'41. Awarded to Chinese students training for the ministry, with preference for nationals of the People's Republic of China who would not otherwise be able to come to the United States for such training.
Reverend Helen Gulick Clement Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 2002 by a bequest from this 1991 alumna. Awarded annually to one or more students who demonstrate both financial need and high academic achievement. Renewable.
Mildred Moody Eakin Scholarship. Endowed in 1987 by bequest from this assistant professor emeritus of religious education who taught at Drew from 1932 to 1955. Awarded with preference to students preparing for work in religious education, especially with children.
James Fleming Scholarship. Endowed in 1969 by a bequest from the estate of James Fleming. Awarded annually to students with promise for ministry.
R. Benjamin Garrison Scholarship. Established in 1995 by Mrs. Raymond Vogel. Awarded annually to a third-year seminary student, selected by the faculty, who has excelled in preaching.
Grace Charity Foundation Scholarship. Awarded to a Korean student with financial need, currently enrolled in the Master of Sacred Theology program.
William H. Gray Jr. Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 1998 by friends and William H. Gray III, Class of 1966-former university trustee, former U.S. Congressman, and president of the United Negro College Fund-in honor of his father. Awarded annually to an ethnic minority student preparing for parish ministry who shows potential for exceptional leadership.
Frank W. Grippin Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 1989 by Helen Grippin in memory of her husband, Frank W. Grippin T'30. Awarded to a student, preferably Asian, in need.
Haller-Wire Scholarship. For a deserving student preparing for the ministry.
Harris Memorial Trust Scholarship. Established in 1966 by the Harris Memorial Trust. Awarded to outstanding students at the seminary level who are devoting themselves to training for the pastoral ministry.
Haverstraw United Methodist Church Scholarship. Awarded annually since 1988 from the Goldsmith bequest to the Haverstraw Methodist Church. Awarded to a student who attended the Haverstraw United Methodist Church, who resides in Rockland County, N.Y., or who is a member of the Greater New Jersey Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church.
William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship. Endowed by the Hearst Foundation in 1992 and awarded to minority students seeking teaching careers in the United States.
Fred Herrigel Jr. Memorial Scholarship. Endowed by the Herrigel family and friends in memory of Fred Herrigel Jr. and Fred Herrigel III, Drew trustees, and Fred Herrigel IV. Awarded to a deserving Theological School student who demonstrates financial need.
Lynn Harold Hough Scholarship. Endowed in 1984 to honor this Class of 1905 alumnus, long-time professor of homiletics, and dean of the school (1934-1947). Awarded annually to a student who can unite Christian action with homiletic inspiration.
Clarice M. and Herbert E. Howe Scholarship. Established in 2004 by Herbert E. Howe Jr., Wesley Howe, and Clarice Howe Johnson, in memory of their mother and father. The scholarship honors Clarice M. Howe's accomplishments as a lifelong active Methodist churchwoman. Awarded to students whose goal is the Methodist ministry, with preference for first-year women students over the age of 35.
International Friends Scholarship. Established by Garnett and Martha (C'84) Keith for deserving undergraduate or graduate students from outside the United States who wish to augment their European education with an American educational experience.
Korean Theological Scholarship. For Korean and Korean-American students.
Henry L. Lambdin Scholarship. Named for Dr. Henry L. Lambdin T'14, T'35, long-time professor of homiletics. Awarded annually to one or more candidates in the M.Div. program.
Edwin Lewis Scholarship. Endowed in 1974 by Kenneth B. Grady T'30, a former trustee, and his wife, Velva T'27, in memory of her father, Edwin Lewis, former professor in the Theological School. Awarded to students who have completed the second year of theological study and who show outstanding promise in the study of theology.
Magee Christian Education Scholarship. Awarded since 1980 by the Magee Christian Education Foundation to students preparing for full-time, church-related vocations.
Gertrude S. Mallalieu Scholarship. Awarded to deserving students preparing for the ministry.
Mary Louise Jarden Maser and Frederick E. Maser Scholarship. Endowed in 2003 by the estate of Frederick E. Maser. Awarded to deserving theological students.
John McClintock Association Scholarship. Endowed in 1917 by friends, family and colleagues to honor the first president of Drew Theological School. Awarded to outstanding students preparing for the ministry.
Delaplaine McDaniel Fellowship. Endowed in 1914. Awarded to an M.Div. candidate in the next year's graduating class based on outstanding accomplishment and promise for ministry.
Stanley J. and Betty Menking Scholarship. Endowed in 1985 by Stanley J. Menking G'56, T'57, and former associate dean of the Theological School, and his wife, Betty. Awarded to a second year theological student who is preparing for ministry in the United Methodist Church and who shows promise of integrating theological understanding with the practice of ministry.
Merrill Trust Scholarship. For United Methodist students.
Carl Michalson Scholarship. Endowed in 1988 by the Carl Michalson Society in memory of Dr. Michalson T'39, the Henry Anson Buttz professor of systematic theology at Drew. Awarded in the spring to a first-year M.Div. student who has shown outstanding scholarship and unusual promise as a preacher and pastor.
Mickel Scholarship in Town and Country Ministry. Established in 2000 by Christopher Mickel, Class of 1988. Awarded annually to one or more second- or third-year students who demonstrate an abiding interest in rural or small-town ministry, with preference for students with financial need.
Morrow Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 1939 by the Morrow Memorial Church in Maplewood, N.J. Awarded to the rising third-year M.Div. candidate who has shown high scholarship and promise as a preacher and pastor.
David and Joan Myers Scholarship. Established in 2003 by David M. (T'60) and Joan H. Myers. To be awarded to a Theological School student who excels in preaching. Renewable.
Leslie J. Nevins Scholarship. Endowed in 1972 by Dora E. Nevins in memory of her husband, Leslie J. Nevins T'23. For a student preparing for the ministry.
John P. Newman Scholarship. Endowed in 1903 to honor this bishop of the Methodist Church. Awarded to deserving students with financial need who are preparing for Christian ministry.
Ockershausen Scholarship. Endowed in 1981 in memory of John Ockershausen, one of Drew's first trustees, and his wife, by their granddaughter, Julia Huffington T'33. Awarded to a deserving theological student.
Judge and Mrs. Lindsay O'Connor Scholarship. Awarded to students preparing for the ministry.
John Paterson Memorial Scholarship. Endowed by his daughter, Anne, and her husband, Chester B. Dugdale C'39, in memory of her father, who was a professor of Hebrew and Old Testament at Drew from 1931 to 1957. Awarded to a deserving student of Old Testament studies.
William and Mary Jane Pennington Scholarship. Established in 1997 by bequest and named for lifelong supporters of the church. Awarded annually to one or more students on the basis of financial need or merit who demonstrate promise for lay, ordained, or non-parish ministry. Renewable annually as long as the recipient maintains good academic standing.
William S. Pilling Traveling Fellowship. Endowed in 1929. Awarded to select students who are involved in cross-cultural educational experiences and are matriculated in the M.Div. program.
Dan M. Potter Scholarship. Endowed in 2000 in memory of this ecumenical leader and pioneering religious broadcaster. Awarded annually to one or more students preparing for the ministry and enduring financial hardship.
Joseph H. Rainear Scholarship. Established in 2001 by the estate of Elizabeth H. Rainear, in memory of her husband, the Reverend Joseph H. Rainear C'40, T'42. For a worthy student or students in the Theological School.
William M. Reider Scholarship. Endowed by Mr. Reider. Awarded to students from New Jersey.
Raymond Rhoads Scholarship. Endowed in 2006 by Raymond Rhoads T'59. Awarded to students in their second year of theological study who have shown interest and promise in New Testament studies. Renewable.
William F. D. Rodda Scholarship. Endowed in 1985 by Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Walden in gratitude for Dr. Rodda's ministry in the United Methodist Church. Dr. Rodda was also a Drew trustee. Awarded to a deserving theological student with promise for ministry and in need of financial support.
Bertha A. and Emma L. Schur and Arthur C. and Matilde Mundle Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 1978 by bequest of Bertha A. Schur. Awarded annually to students with financial need.
Warren P. Sheen Scholarship. Established in 2008 by the bequest of Roger Sheen. Awarded to a deserving Theological student.
Marjorie M. Simons Scholarship. Endowed by the estate of Christian C. Simons in memory of his wife, Marjorie M. Simons, in 1983. Awarded to deserving theological students.
Dr. Robert Drew Simpson and Dr. Megan Demarest Simpson Scholarship. Established in 2005 by Edward R. and Helen Hintz, to honor the Reverend Dr. Robert Drew Simpson C'45, T'48, T'54 and Dr. Megan Demarest Simpson C'46, G'80, and their contributions to the United Methodist Church and to Drew University. Awarded to students in the third year of the Master of Divinity program who plan to pursue a career in pastoral ministry in the United Methodist Church and who demonstrate financial need.
Robert Drew Simpson Scholarship. Endowed in 1990 by Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Walden in honor of Dr. Simpson's retirement as pastor of the Chatham United Methodist Church. Dr. Simpson C'45, T'48, T'54 is also a Drew trustee emeritus. Awarded to a deserving theological student.
Charles F. Sitterly Scholarship. Endowed in 1979 via bequest from Bancroft Walker Sitterly to honor his father, an 1886 alumnus and longtime professor of Greek, New Testament, and biblical literature. Awarded annually to one or more Theological School students with financial need.
Harold Paul Sloan Scholarship. Endowed in 1983 from a fund established by Dr. Harold Paul Sloan T'07, a former Drew trustee, and his family. Awarded to theological students, with preference given to students from the southern area of the New Jersey Annual Conference, where Dr. Sloan served his ministry.
Joseph M. Sloane Scholarship. Endowed in 1986 by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. Sloane and awarded to a student preparing for parish ministry, with preference for a current or former member of the Union United Methodist Church of East Northport, N.Y. The award is renewable if need persists.
George E. Sovereign Scholarship. Endowed in 1989 by the estate of this Methodist layman. Awarded annually to assist students in securing their theological training.
Geoffrey and Helene Stafford Diversity Scholarships. Endowed by the estate of Mrs. Helene Stafford in memory of her husband, Geoffrey, a former Drew professor. Awarded to entering M.Div. students with outstanding promise for ministry.
Geoffrey and Helene Stafford International Scholarships. Endowed by the estate of Mrs. Helene Stafford in memory of her husband, Geoffrey, a former Drew professor. Awarded to second-year M.Div. students in seminaries outside the United States for one year of study at Drew and to international candidates for the S.T.M. degree.
Geoffrey and Helene Stafford Regional Scholarships. Endowed by the estate of Mrs. Helene Stafford in memory of her husband, Geoffrey, a former Drew professor. Awarded to entering students with strong academic records and outstanding promise for ministry who reside outside the primary recruitment region of the Theological School.
Helen L. Sterrett Scholarship. Endowed in 2006 by a bequest from Helen L. Sterrett. Awarded to worthy ministerial students, and students studying in any of the fields of Christian education, congregational care, youth ministry, and parish nursing.
Taiwanese Student Scholarship. Awarded annually by Mr. and Mrs. Shing-Long Lin in honor of fellow Taiwanese who are seeking a quality education. Mr. Lin is a former member of the Drew community who appreciates the value of the University in our global community. Awarded to Taiwanese students with need at Drew who are in good academic standing.
Tipple Scholarship. Named in honor of former Drew president, Ezra Squier Tipple and his wife, Edna White Tipple, these merit scholarships are offered each year to two entering M.Div. students with distinguished academic records and unusual promise for ministry. Merit-based.
Leslie and Emma Uphoff Scholarship. Endowed in 1961 by Delta Uphoff in memory of her parents, Leslie and Emma Uphoff, completing their gift. Awarded to a second- or third-year seminary student, preferably in the M.Div. program, preparing for full-time Christian service.
Alfred Morgan Waller Jr. Memorial Scholarship. Endowed in 2000 by family, friends, students, staff, faculty, and Mrs. Bernita S. Waller, to honor her late husband, Alfred M. Waller Jr., a graduate of Drew's Theological and Graduate schools. Awarded to one or more Master of Divinity students during their second year of study who demonstrate financial need.
Reverend Dr. Howard B. Warren Scholarship Fund. Endowed by the Reverend Dr. Howard B. Warren T'40 in 1985. Awarded to students in need who are preparing for the United Methodist parish ministry.
Edward L. Wegst Scholarship. Endowed in 1993 by the estate of Edward L. Wegst. Awarded to a theological student who shows promise for the ministry with preference given for a student who is preparing for missionary work.
Betty H. Welsh Scholarship. Endowed in 1997 by this noted churchwoman. Awarded annually to one or more students on the basis of financial need or merit who demonstrate promise for ordained ministry in the church. Renewable annually as long as the recipient maintains good academic standing.
Bishop Lloyd C. Wicke and Family Scholarship. Endowed in 1981 by United Methodist Bishop Lloyd C. Wicke, Class of 1926 and trustee emeritus, and his family. Awarded annually to one or more students entering the M.Div. program who intend to pursue parish ministry, with preference for United Methodists from the West Virginia, New Jersey, Western Pennsylvania, New York, or Troy Conferences who plan to return to their conference for ministerial service.
Emerson and Helen Willson Scholarship. Endowed in 1956 by the Emerson Willson family. Awarded to an entering student with exceptional promise for ministry, with preference for United Methodist students from the Wyoming Conference. Renewable annually.
Theological School Prizes
American Bible Society Award-New Testament. Sponsored by the American Bible Society. Awarded to the student of outstanding achievement in biblical studies..
Annin Memorial Prize in Theology. Endowed in 2005 by Anne V. Annin T'00, in memory of William E. and David E. Annin. Awarded to graduating students in the Master of Divinity program who have displayed both interest and excellence in theology.
Robert Jehu Bull Prize. For the graduating student with the best record in church history.
Class of 1956 Dr. Franz Hildebrandt Award. Established in 2006 by the Theological School Class of 1956, and endowed in 2008, to honor the inspired teaching of Franz Hildebrandt, visiting professor of Christian theology from 1953 to 1967. Awarded to outstanding students who have exemplified Dr. Hildebrandt's qualities by combining deep faith and excellence in theological studies with effective ministry as an intern or pastor in a field education assignment leading to the Master of Divinity degree.
Clarence Tucker Craig Prize in Biblical Studies. Established by the Class of 1955 to honor the former dean and awarded to the graduating M.Div. candidate who has excelled in this field.
George R. Crooks Prize. Originated in 1914. For excellence in hymn and scripture reading. Open to graduating M.Div. candidates.
J. Newton Davies Greek New Testament Prize. Established in honor of the late professor of New Testament, J. Newton Davies. Presented to the first-year student who has excelled in New Testament studies.
Dorr Diefendorf Award. For excellence in homiletics.
Robert J. Duncan Prize. Awarded to a Global/Online Doctor of Ministry student for creativity and innovative use of technology in a project thesis.
Fellowship Seminarian Award. Presented annually by the Fellowship to a student who displays outstanding leadership in music and/or worship arts.
David Graybeal Prize. For use in a ministry that will enhance community life.
Alfred B. Haas Prize. Established in 2006 by the Theological School Class of 1957, and endowed in 2008, to honor the inspired teaching of Alfred B. Haas T'36, G'46, associate professor of practical theology from 1944 to 1968. Awarded to students in the Master of Divinity degree program who have made a significant contribution to the worship life of the Theological School and pursued advanced coursework in the area of liturgics.
Daniel P. Kidder Prize. For the best academic record in the department of practical theology.
Henry L. Lambdin Prize for Excellence in Pastoral Leadership. Endowed in 1989 by friends and colleagues to honor former faculty member Henry Lambdin T'14, T'35. Awarded for excellence in pastoral leadership.
Mead Hall Study Circle Prize. Originated in 1926. For the woman student who achieves the best academic record in her first year of study.
Order of St. Luke-Hoyt Hickman Award. For excellence in liturgical studies.
John Paterson Old Testament Studies Prize. Endowed by family and friends in memory of John Paterson, professor of Hebrew and Old Testament from 1931 to 1957. Awarded to the first-year student of greatest promise in Old Testament studies.
Alton Raynor Prize. Established in 1998. Awarded annually to a second-year student with financial need who shows great promise for success in town and country ministry.
Reverend Florence Spearing-Randolph Prize. Awarded to a graduating African-American woman student who demonstrates powerful preaching skills and potential for outstanding pastoral leadership.
Jasper and Ann Steele Prize. Endowed by Jasper and Ann Steele in 1994. For a student who demonstrates potential for ministry in a multicultural community.
Lawrence E. Toombs Prize in Old Testament History. For a student who has excelled in this area.
Alfred M. Waller, Jr. Memorial Prize. Established in 2001 by family, friends, and Mrs. Bernita S. Waller in memory of her late husband, Alfred M. Waller Jr. Awarded annually for excellence in the practice of Christian ministry to a second-year M.Div. student with exceptional promise and an interest in urban ministry.
George R. Warren Memorial Prize. Endowed in 1985 by family in memory of George R. Warren T'28. Awarded for outstanding New Testament scholarship.
Patricia Wickham Prize in Feminist Scholarship. Endowed in 1992 by family and friends in memory of Patricia Wickham T'89. Awarded for overall academic excellence and creativity in feminist scholarship to a woman student who has completed two-thirds of the M.Div. or three-quarters of the M.T.S. curriculum.
John Heston Willey Prize. Originated in 1920. Presented to the student who excels in pulpit oratory and manner.
F. J. Yetter Prize Fund. Awarded to a seminary student of the Old Testament of the Bible as selected by the appropriate faculty.
Edward D. Zinbarg Prize. Established in 1999 by Barbara Zinbarg to honor her husband upon the completion of his Doctor of Letters degree at Drew. Awarded annually to a student in any of the University's schools who has creatively linked Jewish studies and the study of other religious traditions.
Outside Scholarships and Grants
United Methodist Church. United Methodist students should contact the Office of Loans and Scholarships, P.O. Box 340007, Nashville, TN 37203-0007, or visit their website at http://www.gbhem.org, for more information on funds available through the denomination.
Presbyterian Church. The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) offers a limited number of grants and loans to inquirers or candidates under the care of a presbytery.
The Georgia Harkness Scholarship Award. This annual award, which covers tuition and demonstrated additional need up to a total of $4,000 a year, is available to women over 35 who are planning second careers in the United Methodist ministry. The award is made by the Division of the Ordained Ministry of the United Methodist Church in honor of Georgia Harkness (1891-1974), outstanding teacher and theologian. Students must apply for this award by requesting a form from the Office of Financial Assistance at Drew or by writing to the Division of Ordained Ministry, Box 871, Nashville, TN, 37202. Deadline for application is early spring.
The Reverend Charles W. Tadlock Scholarship. A maximum of $3,000 a year is available to a United Methodist student preparing for the parish ministry. The student must be a probationary member of a United Methodist Annual Conference; preference is given to persons from Missouri. Applications are available from the Drew Office of Financial Assistance or from conference boards of ministry. All applications are processed by the section of loans and scholarships of the Board of Higher Education and Ministry of the United Methodist Church.
United Methodist Scholarships. Each year the Board of Higher Education and Ministry of the United Methodist Church awards scholarships to members of the first- and second-year class who show promise of becoming outstanding Methodist ministers. In addition, the Annual Conferences of the United Methodist Church provide financial assistance through the Ministerial Education Fund, monies which are administered through the boards of ministry in each conference. Most awards require that the student be in candidacy status and file an application with a proposed budget and a demonstration of financial need. United Methodist candidates should contact the registrars of their Annual Conference boards of ministry early in the spring to be considered for aid in the following year. The Theological School works closely with the boards of ministry to help meet each student's financial need.
Other
Drew students have been successful in obtaining scholarships and grants to meet school expenses from such agencies as Rotary International, the Women's Club, the World Council of Churches, and the United Nations. Students are encouraged to pursue such possibilities.
Ecumenical Scholarship Exchange Program. Drew periodically provides one full-expense scholarship for an exchange student in theology. Direct inquiries to The National Council of Churches of Christ, Department of Church World Service, Ecumenical Scholarship Exchange, 475 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10115-0008.
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Part-Time Employment
Theological students may participate in any of several part-time employment programs of the University. The federal government appropriates funds for post-secondary institutions under the Federal College Community Service Work/Study Program. Under the FWSP students are hired on campus in part-time jobs that range from clerical positions to career-related work. Eligibility is determined through the filing of the FAFSA. Students must demonstrate financial need.
Regular employment opportunities are available on campus, on a part-time basis, to Theological School students. The Office of Career Planning and Placement maintains lists of part-time employment openings in the surrounding area for students and their spouses.
The Federal Immigration and Control Act of 1986 requires Drew to certify identity and determine the eligibility of every employee, including students who work in a Drew or Drew-referred job. Therefore, all students who work at Drew must file an I-9 form with the Student Employment Office.
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Loans
United Methodist Loans. Several of the United Methodist conferences have loan or scholarship funds for their students, who are encouraged to investigate these sources through their home churches. The Board of Higher Education and Ministry of the United Methodist Church makes available loans for full-time theological students who demonstrate need. Details are available from Drew's Office of Financial Assistance.
Federal Family Educational Loan Program.Federally guaranteed Stafford Loans are available for students who are enrolled at least half-time each semester and have demonstrated federal financial need. Federal need is defined as the difference between the total cost of Theological School study (tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, and miscellaneous expenses) and the student's personal and family resources. Students must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Drew University Supplemental Form, which are used to assess need. Loans are offered up to the amount of a student's need, but for no more than $8,500 per year for Theological School students without consultation with the dean's office and the Office of Financial Assistance. For subsidized Stafford Loans, interest is paid by the federal government until six months after the student graduates or withdraws or drops below half-time status.
Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans are also available. These loans are not based on financial need and are not to exceed $10,000.
Cumulative borrowing limits are $138,500 for graduate/professional study (including all undergraduate loans). The interest on these loans cannot exceed 8.25 percent. Additional information, including current interest rates, is available in the Office of Financial Assistance.
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