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Christian Leadership Scholarships
(CLS Online Application)
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- Christian Leadership Scholarship
- Academic Excellence Scholarship

- Academic Honors Scholarship
- Academic Achievement Scholarship
- National Merit Scholarship
- Acteens Scholarship
- AWANA Scholarship
- Challengers Scholarship

- Baptist Minister's Dependent Scholarship
- Christ for the Nations Institute Scholarship
- Church Matching Grant Scholarship
- Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) Scholarship
- Ethnic Mission Scholarship
- Missionary Kid School Allowance, Post-Secondary (MKSAPS)

- Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
- Texas Black Baptist Scholarship Program
- Transfer Commuter Scholarship

Academic Excellence Scholarship
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions awards the Academic Excellence Scholarship to new students who have demonstrated superior academic ability in their prior high school or college academic work. This scholarship is valued at 25% of tuition. To qualify for this scholarship, a student must complete all requirements for the Christian Leadership Scholarship and have made a minimum score of 30 on the ACT or 1310 on the SAT. This scholarship, funded in part by the annual Russell Perry Free Enterprise Award Dinner, is valid for up to 126 attempted undergraduate hours of college credit including hours transferred from other colleges and universities.

To remain in good standing for the scholarship, the student is required to: 1) live on campus, 2) maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average, 3) be enrolled as a full-time student, 4) complete the Christian Leadership Course during the first year of enrollment, 5) submit an annual renewal form, and 6) complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and all other required financial aid applications.

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Academic Honors Scholarship

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions awards the Academic Honors Scholarship to new students who have demonstrated exceptional academic ability in their prior high school or college academic work. This scholarship is valued at 20% of tuition. To qualify for this scholarship, a student must complete all requirements for the Christian Leadership Scholarship and have made a minimum score of 25 on the ACT or 1200 on the SAT. This scholarship, funded in part by the annual Russell Perry Free Enterprise Award Dinner, is valid for up to 126 attempted undergraduate hours of college credit including hours transferred from other colleges and universities.

 

To remain in good standing for the scholarship, the student is required to: 1) live on campus, 2) maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average, 3) be enrolled as a full-time student, 4) complete the Christian Leadership Course during the first year of enrollment, 5) submit an annual renewal form, and 6) complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and all other required financial aid applications.

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Academic Achievement Scholarship

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions awards the Academic Achievement Scholarship to new students who have demonstrated notable academic ability in their prior high school or college academic work. This scholarship is valued at 15% of tuition. To qualify for this scholarship, a student must complete all requirements for the Christian Leadership Scholarship and have made a minimum score of 23 on the ACT or 1100 on the SAT. This scholarship, funded in part by the annual Russell Perry Free Enterprise Award Dinner, is valid for up to 126 attempted undergraduate hours of college credit including hours transferred from other colleges and universities.

 

To remain in good standing for the scholarship, the student is required to: 1) live on campus, 2) maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average, 3) be enrolled as a full-time student, 4) complete the Christian Leadership Course during the first year of enrollment, 5) submit an annual renewal form, and 6) complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and all other required financial aid applications.

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Acteens Scholarship
DBU offers Acteen Scholarships to new students who are recipients of Mission Quest achievement and state and national honors. These scholarship awards vary according to the number of quests achieved. Recipients of the scholarship must

1) Complete an Acteen Scholarship Application, 2) complete and submit the DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid and Scholarships, 3) send an Acteen Letter of Recommendation from their Acteen leader, 4) meet entrance requirements as stated in the DBU catalog, 5) apply for and meet requirements for the Christian Leadership Scholarship of DBU, 6) be enrolled in 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester, and 7) maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average while a student at DBU.

The scholarship is renewable each semester for eight consecutive spring and fall semesters. A limited number of Acteen scholarships are available. Awards will be made at the discretion of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. For additional information, contact Undergraduate Admissions at (214) 333-5360.

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AWANA Scholarship
DBU offers AWANA Scholarships to new students who are AWANA achievers. These scholarship awards vary according to the level of achievement. Recipients of the scholarship must 1) Complete and submit an AWANA Scholarship Application, 2) Complete and submit the DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid and Scholarships, 3) Apply for and meet requirements for the Christian Leadership Scholarship of Dallas Baptist University, 4) Provide verification from AWANA headquarters or from their local AWANA missionary, 5) Meet all entrance requirements as stated in the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog, 6) Enroll for at least 12 credit hours in each fall and spring semester, 7) Maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average while a student at DBU.

The scholarship is renewable each semester for eight consecutive spring and fall semesters. A limited number of AWANA scholarships are available. Awards will be made at the discretion of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. For additional information, contact Undergraduate Admissions at (214) 333-5360.

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Baptist Minister's Dependent Scholarship
The spouse and/or dependent children of an ordained, or licensed, minister who is ACTIVELY SERVING FULLTIME in any Baptist church, or agency ministry. Or a spouse and/or a dependent child of a Baptist ministerial student currently enrolled at Dallas Baptist University, or any Baptist Seminary, may be eligible to receive a $30 per semester hour tuition scholarship.

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Challengers Scholarship
DBU offers Challengers scholarships to new students who are recipients of recognition through The Journey mission advancement programs. These scholarship awards vary according to the level of achievement. Recipients of the scholarship must 1) Complete and submit a Challengers Scholarship Application, 2) Complete and submit the DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid and Scholarships, 3) Apply for and meet requirements for the Christian Leadership Scholarship of Dallas Baptist University, 4) Provide verification from the North American Mission Board or state Baptist convention offices, 5) Meet all entrance requirements as stated in the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog, 6) Enroll for at least 12 credit hours in each fall and spring semester, 7) Maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average while a student at DBU.

The scholarship is renewable each semester for eight consecutive spring and fall semesters. A limited number of Challengers scholarships are available. Awards will be made at the discretion of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. For additional information, contact Undergraduate Admissions at (214) 333-5360.

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Christ for the Nations Institute (CFNI) Scholarship
Dallas Baptist University offers a scholarship to graduates of CFNI who enroll at DBU on a full- or part-time basis. This amount is $70 per hour. Students will be required to submit a copy of their CFNI diploma to the Office of Financial Aid.

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Christian Leadership Scholarship (CLS Online Application)
This scholarship is awarded by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to new students who have demonstrated exceptional Christian character and leadership abilities as well as proven academic skills. The scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated servant-leadership by giving their lives to serving God and His people. This scholarship, funded in part by the annual Russell Perry Free Enterprise Award Dinner, is valid for up to 126 attempted undergraduate hours of college credit including hours transferred from other colleges and universities.

To remain in good standing for the scholarship, the student is required to: 1) live on campus, 2) maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average, 3) be enrolled as a full-time student, 4) complete the Christian Leadership Course during the first year of enrollment, 5) be involved in a volunteer or service activity on campus, 6) have a positive influence on the DBU campus, 7) submit an annual renewal form, and 8) complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and all other required financial aid applications.

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Church Matching Grant Scholarship
Dallas Baptist University will match up to $2500 per year given on a student's behalf from his/her local church. Certain restrictions apply. Refer to the Church Matching Gift Guidelines in the Financial Aid Forms page for more information.

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Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) Scholarship
A very limited number of scholarships are offered to DBU students whose parents are employed full time at a member CCCU college or university. Contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information.

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Ethnic Mission Scholarship
The Ethnic Mission Scholarship fund was originally established to aid deserving Baptist students who are of Latin American, Asian, Asian-American, or American Indian descent who were unable to finance a college education.

The Ethnic Mission Scholarship provides $27 per semester hour up to a maximum of $400 per semester. The requirements to receive the Ethnic Missions Scholarship are:

  • Be a member of an ethnic Baptist congregation;
  • Be a Texas resident;
  • Attend a Texas Baptist university.

For more information and an application, contact the Baptist General Convention of Texas, Ethnic Mission Scholarship, 333 N. Washington Ave., Dallas, Texas 75246, (214) 828-5100.

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Missionary Kid School Allowance, Post-Secondary (MKSAPS)
If you are a MK with IMB, either active or former field personnel, please contact:   IMB, Benefits Department, Office of Global Personnel, PO Box 6767, Richmond, VA  23230-0767. Or email Kathy Jones at   Kjones@imb.org.  The MKSAPS MAY BE available to field personnel in active service provided the MK has been on the field for 36 months prior to age 18.   A prorated amount MAY BE available to certain former field personnel, depending on the dates of service. Please contact the above listed office for more information for current eligibility criteria.

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National Merit Scholarship
National Merit Finalists may qualify for a full tuition scholarship. Applicants must qualify for the Christian Leadership Scholarship, submit a recommendation from their pastor and their principal or guidance counselor, and complete an interview with the scholarship committee.

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Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

The Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship is awarded to new transfer students meeting eligibility requirements. Students who wish to apply for the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship must submit the DBU Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Application, in addition to completing all requirements for the Christian Leadership Scholarship. The Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship may be awarded in addition to the Christian Leadership Scholarship.

Students applying for the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship must meet the following requirements:

1.   Students must be a member in good standing in Phi Theta Kappa.

2.   Enroll in and successfully complete the DBU Christian Leadership

      course during their first year at DBU.

3.   Students must enroll for a minimum of 12 hours per long semester.

4.   During the first few weeks of each semester, declare an area of

      ministry for that semester. (Online forms will be provided.)

5.   Be involved (for at least six hours per month) in a volunteer service or

      ministry activity.

6.   Complete and submit all Ministry Journal requirements each month.

7.   Complete ALL financial aid forms each year.

          a.  The DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid.

          b.  The FAFSA Financial Aid Form.

8.   Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

9.   Maintain moral and ethical standards that would be exemplary of the

      life of Christ.

Students meeting all eligibility requirements may be awarded $500.00 for each fall and spring semester. The scholarship committee will evaluate each candidate on the basis of his or her total qualifications. The Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship is a monetary award that shall be applied toward tuition only. This scholarship is available only to new, incoming transfer students. DBU renews the scholarship on a year-by-year basis until a student has attempted a total of 126 undergraduate hours of college credit, including hours transferred from other colleges and universities.

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Texas Black Baptist Scholarship Program
The Texas Black Baptist Scholarship Program provides grants to help African-American young people get a Christian education. The scholarships are funded through the Mary Hill Davis Offering for State Missions, sponsored annually by the Woman's Missionary Union of Texas. For more information contact the Baptist General Convention of Texas, Texas Black Baptist Scholarship, 333 N. Washington Ave., Dallas, Texas 75246, (214) 828-5100.

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Transfer Commuter Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to new transfer students who do not plan to live on campus by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Each scholarship provides $750 per semester for full-time students toward tuition only. Requirements for the Transfer Commuter Scholarship are as follows:

  • Applicant must have at least 30 transferable hours from a regionally accredited institution;
  • Applicant must meet all DBU admissions requirements as stated in the DBU Catalog;
  • Applicant will be required to complete an application for the scholarship. Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions;
  • The student must complete ALL financial aid applications each year;
  • Candidates for this scholarship will be evaluated on the basis of academic ability, demonstrated Christian leadership capabilities, and need.



NOTE: Other scholarships may also become available from time to time. Please check with your college department or the Office of Financial Aid for any specific scholarships that may be available.

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