Affordable SEMI NARYEDUCATI ONATGORDON- CONWELL130 Essex Street South Hamilton, MA 019821.800.428.7329 978.646.4038 admissions@gordonconwell.edu www.gordonconwell.eduNo, its not an oxymoron.Geting through seminary with litle or no debt is a realistic possibility. Last year, nearly 45% of Gordon-Conwell graduates lef with no educational debt from their seminary studies.Te following profles show how just a few of our students have made it work. Names have been changed for privacy, but these stories are based on real people who were asking the same questions you are: Is going to seminary a wise fnancial decision? Is it worth taking on student loan debt? Will I be able to work as a full-time student?Trough scholarships, fundraising, ingenuity and Gods miraculous provision, these students have found a way to follow Gods calling to pursue a seminary education. We hope their stories inspire you.Let us know how we can help. Gordon-Conwell ofers a wide variety of scholarship opportunities. Contact admissions@gordonconwell.edu with any questions.Affordable SEMI NARYEDUCATI ON*Examples given in this booklet generally pertain to domestic students. Your individual circumstances may difer from these. Please consult the Financial Aid ofce to work through your needs and funding sources.88%of full-time students40+scholarships44%given toresulting in incurring NO educational debt at Gordon-ConwellReal Numbers: Student Profiles*FULL-TIME M.DIV./TH.M., SINGLE, ON-CAMPUSExpenses$3,340/year double dorm room in Grey Hall$3,150/year board plan (9 meals)$18,300 Special Scholarship Tuition$300/year Mentored Ministry fees (2 units/year $150/unit)$4,230/year student health insurance (single)$29,320/year totalIncome$5,000/year Graham Scholarship$8,415/year on-campus employment (15 hours/week)$0 loans$18,300 summer job, savings and other sources$31,715/year total* Based on 2014-15 ratesFULL-TIME MACO, MARRIED, OFF-CAMPUSExpenses$1,575/month rent (2-bedroom of-campus apartment, South Hamilton)$18,300 Special Scholarship Tuition$37,200/year totalIncome$5,000 Professional Counseling Scholarship$10,000 Staford Loan$22,950/year of-campus employment (30 hours/week)$37,950/year totalFULL-TIME M.DIV., MARRIED, ON-CAMPUSExpenses$1,085/month 2-bedroom on-campus apartment $18,300 Special Scholarship Tuition$300/year Mentored Ministry fees (2 units/year $150/unit)$31,620/year totalIncome $9,000 Partnership Program Scholarship (old scholarship; new rate is $18,300)$1,000/summer (Compass Program)$34,425/year of-campus employment (15 hours/week $45/hour as tutor)$44,425/year total* Based on 2014-15 ratesReal Numbers: Student ProfilesFULL-TIME M.A. WORLD MISSIONS & EVANGELISM, SINGLE, ON-CAMPUSExpenses$3,060/year large single in Retreat House$3,350/year board plan (12 meals)$18,300 Special Scholarship Tuition$24,710/year totalIncome$5,000/year Graham Scholarship$1,500/year Pierce Fellowship Scholarship$175/month Resident Life Coordinator$12,750/year of-campus employment (20 hours/week $12.50/hour)$3,500 other resources$24,850/year totalI can only take 3 classes eac semester, so January and summer classes are perfect for my situation.CONTDFULL-TIME M.A. SPIRITUAL FORMATION, SINGLE, ON-CAMPUSExpenses$3,890/year large single dorm room in Grey Hall$3,350/year board plan (12 meals)$18,300 Special Scholarship Tuition$1,000/year Partnership Program fees$26,540/year totalIncome$18,300 Partnership Program Scholarship$1,000/month on-campus employment (25 hours/week $10/hour)$8,000/year Staford Loan (pays for room & board)$38,300/year totalFULL-TIME M.DIV. & FULL-TIME M.A. RELIGION/MACO, MARRIED COUPLE, ON-CAMPUSExpenses$870/month 1-bedroom apartment in Graham Hall$36,600/year Special Scholarship Tuition (couple)$2,000/year Partnership Program fees (couple)$49,040/year totalIncome$36,600 Partnership Program Scholarship (couple)$5,100/year on-campus employment (10 hours/week $10/hour)$4,700/year on-campus employment (9 hours/week $10/hour)$1,200/year Byington Scholar$6,600/year other sources$54,200/year total SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT PER YEAR NUMBER AWARDED RENEWABLE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA HOW TO APPLY DEADLINE AWARD DATEMINISTRY SCHOLARSHIPSKERN PASTOR-SCHOLARS 21,000 for on-campus18,500 for off-campus9 YesA U.S. citizen up to age 27; undergrad GPA of3.25 or higher; a skilled communicator pursuing an M.Div., life-long call to pastoral ministry and recommended by a Gordon-Conwell alumComplete application forKern Pastor-ScholarsFebruary 1 March 1PARTNERSHIP Full Tuitionunlimited Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programComplete Partnership applicationApril 15 (FA)Sept. 30 (SP)rollingCOMPASS $5,500 unlimited YesFull-time; admitted to an eligible degree program; alumnus/a ofCompass Youth ProgramSign acceptance form and submit $175 depositrolling rollingGRAHAM $5,00075-100 Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programSign acceptance form and submit $175 depositrolling rollingTRUSTEE $4,500unlimited Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programSign acceptance form and submit $175 depositrolling rollingTEAM MINISTRY50% discount on spouses tuition4 YesNew, full-time couple; starting degree program at the same timeComplete FAFSA, submit Gordon-Conwell financial aid application and Team Ministry applicationApril 15April 15-Sept 1MERIT SCHOLARSHIPSPRESIDENTIAL$10,000 1 Yes Full-time; admitted*; outstanding Christian leadership Complete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1MICHAEL HAYNES $8,000 5 YesFull-time; admitted*; commitment to serving the Church in an African-American contextComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1MULTICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT $8,000 1 YesFull-time; admitted*; commitment to serving the Church in an African-American and/or Latino contextComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1DAVID F. WELLS $7,5003 Yes Full-time; admitted*; 3.50 GPAComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1J CHRISTY WILSON $7,5003 YesFull-time; admitted*; desire to engage in missions as afull-time vocationComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1TIMOTHY J. KELLER $7,5003 YesFull-time; admitted to an eligible degree program; desire to engage in vocational pastoral ministry Complete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1MILITARY CHAPLAINCY $5,0002 YesFull-time; admitted to an eligible degree program; enrolled in chaplain candidate programComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS $5,0002 YesFull-time; admitted to the MACO degree program; undergrad degree in psychology or sociologyComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1PIERCE DISCIPLE BUILDING*$1,50032 Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationApril 15INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPSPASTORS FOR AFRICAFull tuition + cost ofliving financial assistance1 YesFull-time; admitted to M.Div. degree program; originally born in & currently resides in Africa; will return to minister in Africa upon graduationComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationDecember 1 February 1INTERNATIONAL STUDENT Full tuition2 YesFull-time; admitted*; non-U.S. citizen Complete admission + onlinescholarship applicationDecember 1 February 1CENTRI HALL $10,000 2 YesFull-time; admitted*; commitment to serving the Church in an Asian-Chinese context; will return to minister in Asia upon graduationComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationDecember 1 February 1GLOBAL CHURCH** $5,000 10 YesFull-time; admitted to any degree program; non-U.S. citizen; commitment to serving the global ChurchComplete admission + online scholarship applicationnDecember 1 February 1ARNOLD $2,00010 NoFull-time; admitted*; non-U.S. citizen No application; awarded as need is identifiedDecember 1 February 1OTHERNEED-BASED AID Up to $300 per course unlimited Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programComplete FAFSA, submit institutional financial aid applicationOpen OpenADVENT CHRISTIAN Halftuition unlimited Yes Admitted to an eligible degree programApplication throughAdvent Christian denominationOpen OpenINTERVARSITY $735 per course unlimited YesAdmitted to an eligible degree program; current full-time IV staffLetter from area director noting student is full-time with IntervarsityOpen Open* Te Pierce Disciple Building scolarship is the only scolarship that can be combined with other institutional scolarships.**Scolarship is actually $500 per course; most full-time students take 10 courses per year.UP TO SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT PER YEAR NUMBER AWARDED RENEWABLE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA HOW TO APPLY DEADLINE AWARD DATEMINISTRY SCHOLARSHIPSKERN PASTOR-SCHOLARS 21,000 for on-campus18,500 for off-campus9 YesA U.S. citizen up to age 27; undergrad GPA of3.25 or higher; a skilled communicator pursuing an M.Div., life-long call to pastoral ministry and recommended by a Gordon-Conwell alumComplete application forKern Pastor-ScholarsFebruary 1 March 1PARTNERSHIP Full Tuitionunlimited Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programComplete Partnership applicationApril 15 (FA)Sept. 30 (SP)rollingCOMPASS $5,500 unlimited YesFull-time; admitted to an eligible degree program; alumnus/a ofCompass Youth ProgramSign acceptance form and submit $175 depositrolling rollingGRAHAM $5,00075-100 Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programSign acceptance form and submit $175 depositrolling rollingTRUSTEE $4,500unlimited Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programSign acceptance form and submit $175 depositrolling rollingTEAM MINISTRY50% discount on spouses tuition4 YesNew, full-time couple; starting degree program at the same timeComplete FAFSA, submit Gordon-Conwell financial aid application and Team Ministry applicationApril 15April 15-Sept 1MERIT SCHOLARSHIPSPRESIDENTIAL$10,000 1 Yes Full-time; admitted*; outstanding Christian leadership Complete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1MICHAEL HAYNES $8,000 5 YesFull-time; admitted*; commitment to serving the Church in an African-American contextComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1MULTICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT $8,000 1 YesFull-time; admitted*; commitment to serving the Church in an African-American and/or Latino contextComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1DAVID F. WELLS $7,5003 Yes Full-time; admitted*; 3.50 GPAComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1J CHRISTY WILSON $7,5003 YesFull-time; admitted*; desire to engage in missions as afull-time vocationComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1TIMOTHY J. KELLER $7,5003 YesFull-time; admitted to an eligible degree program; desire to engage in vocational pastoral ministry Complete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1MILITARY CHAPLAINCY $5,0002 YesFull-time; admitted to an eligible degree program; enrolled in chaplain candidate programComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS $5,0002 YesFull-time; admitted to the MACO degree program; undergrad degree in psychology or sociologyComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationFebruary 15 April 1PIERCE DISCIPLE BUILDING*$1,50032 Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationApril 15INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPSPASTORS FOR AFRICAFull tuition + cost ofliving financial assistance1 YesFull-time; admitted to M.Div. degree program; originally born in & currently resides in Africa; will return to minister in Africa upon graduationComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationDecember 1 February 1INTERNATIONAL STUDENT Full tuition2 YesFull-time; admitted*; non-U.S. citizen Complete admission + onlinescholarship applicationDecember 1 February 1CENTRI HALL $10,000 2 YesFull-time; admitted*; commitment to serving the Church in an Asian-Chinese context; will return to minister in Asia upon graduationComplete admission + onlinescholarship applicationDecember 1 February 1GLOBAL CHURCH** $5,000 10 YesFull-time; admitted to any degree program; non-U.S. citizen; commitment to serving the global ChurchComplete admission + online scholarship applicationnDecember 1 February 1ARNOLD $2,00010 NoFull-time; admitted*; non-U.S. citizen No application; awarded as need is identifiedDecember 1 February 1OTHERNEED-BASED AID Up to $300 per course unlimited Yes Full-time; admitted to an eligible degree programComplete FAFSA, submit institutional financial aid applicationOpen OpenADVENT CHRISTIAN Halftuition unlimited Yes Admitted to an eligible degree programApplication throughAdvent Christian denominationOpen OpenINTERVARSITY $735 per course unlimited YesAdmitted to an eligible degree program; current full-time IV staffLetter from area director noting student is full-time with IntervarsityOpen Open* Applicant must be admited to an eligible degree program.Real Stories: How God Provided for Our StudentsPAUL, ARNOLD SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTPaul was serving as an assistant pastor in England, but felt Gods call to come to seminary. Gordon-Conwell awarded him the Arnold Scholarship for $2,000, but as an international student, he was not eligible for most other fnancial aid.When a former corporate executive at Pauls church heard about his passion for further studies, he volunteered to manage a fundraising campaign. Te former executive built Pauls list of contacts to over 200 people, sending out leters and meeting with potential supporters. Tey raised $150,000 in three months.Paul doesnt know exactly who gives each month, but he communicates with fnancial and prayer supporters on a regular basis.If you know someone who is an organizer, ask them to give two hours a month in administrating gifs.CAMPULIZ, GRAHAM AND PIERCE SCHOLARSHIPSLiz worked at a church prior to coming to Gordon-Conwell and was able to save up enough for one year of her education costs. Te support of her church, as well as surprise fnancial gifs covered a second year. Te rest has come from scholarships.She received the Graham and Pierce Scholarships, totaling $19,500 over the course of three years. Te Presbyterian Church (USA) Lydia Award for women pursuing ordained ministry provided another $3,500.Tere is money in denominational scolarships, and they are looking for evangelical candidates.Because she completed four Semlink courses before matriculating, and has managed a full course load, Liz will be able to graduate with an M.Div. and a T.M. in three years. She has zero debt and did not have to fnd a part-time job.When her car was totaled and she needed a new one, someone in her church handed her $10,000. Random checks have come in the mail.God has known my need before I asked.Helpful Web LinksScholarship Opportunities:www.gordonconwell.edu/scholarships Resources for Outside Funding:www.gordonconwell.edu/outsidefundingGordon-Conwell Scholarships MINISTRY SCHOLARSHIPSTe Kern Pastor-Scolars ProgramA full-ride stipended scholarship granted to up to eight most qualifed M.Div. applicants who have been recommended by a Gordon-Conwell alum and are commited to full-time, lifelong pastoral ministry in the United States as eventual senior pastors with pulpit responsibilities. Te Partnership Scolarship A full-tuition scholarship available to students who will be trained in gathering the kind of community and prayer support that is so crucial during and afer the seminary years. Compass A $5,500/year scholarship for students who have participated in Gordon-Conwells Compass Program, the seminarys leadership development program for high school students.Billy Graham Scolarship A $5,000/year scholarship granted to the frst 75 students who commit to full-time study by returning an agreement form and scholarship deposit.Trustee Grant A $4,500/year scholarship granted to students who commit to full-time study by returning an agreement form and scholarship deposit but do not receive the Graham Scholarship.Team Ministry Grant A need-based scholarship granted to qualifed married couples who will be enrolling as full-time degree students. Tis scholarship allows for one spouse to receive a 50% discount. MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPSTe Presidential Scolarship for Future Christian LeadersA $10,000/year scholarship granted to one applicant who demonstrates exceptional promise for Christian leadership and refects the seminarys commitment to advance Christs Kingdom in every sphere of life in service to the Church. Micael Haynes Scolarship An $8,000/year scholarship granted to up to fve applicants who demonstrate a commitment to serving the Church in an African-American context.Multicultural Development Scolarship An $8,000/year scholarship granted to one applicant who demonstrates a commitment to serving the Church in an African-American and/or Latino context.Dr. David F. Wells Scolarship for Teacing Ministry A $7,500/year scholarship granted to up to three applicants who demonstrate exceptional promise for teaching ministry and academic work upon graduation from Gordon-Conwell. Dr. J Christy Wilson Jr. Scolarship for Missions MinistryA $7,500/year scholarship granted to up to three applicants who demonstrate exceptional promise for missions service and express a desire to engage full-time in international or local missions, social justice ministry, urban or rural ministry, or campus ministry. Rev. Timothy J. Keller Scolarship for Pastoral MinistryA $7,500/year scholarship granted to up to three applicants who demonstrate exceptional promise for vocational pastoral ministry within the local church upon graduation.Military Chaplaincy ScolarshipA $5,000/year scholarship granted to up to two applicants who are enrolled in the chaplain candidate program during their time at Gordon-Conwell and express the desire to serve the Church as a military chaplain upon graduation. Scolarship for Professional CounselorsA $5,000/year scholarship granted to up to two applicants who demonstrate exceptional promise for counseling ministry upon graduation from Gordon-Conwell. Te John and Lois Pierce Fellowship A $1,500/year tuition subsidy granted to select incoming and returning students who demonstrate experience and ongoing commitment to small group leadership, spiritual formation and disciple-building. INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPSPastors for Africa ScolarshipFull tuition and fnancial assistance granted to one African international applicant who is enrolled in the Master of Divinity degree and demonstrates experience and commitment to small group leadership, spiritual formation, and disciple-building. Te recipient must come from Africa and agree to return to minister and spread the Gospel in Africa and will agree to complete his/her studies at the seminary within a three-year time period.International Student ScolarshipA full-tuition scholarship granted to up to two applicants for full-time study who demonstrate exceptional promise in academic work and for ministry in their home country upon graduation from Gordon-Conwell.CentriHall ScolarshipA scholarship for up to $10,000 per year for three years of study granted to a Chinese international student commited to return to serve in China afer completing their degree at the Seminary. Te recipient will agree to return to China within a three-year time period of the start of their degree.Global Churc Scolarship A $5,000/year scholarship granted to 10 international applicants in any masters program who demonstrate outstanding leadership potential for serving the global Church.Arnold ScolarshipTe Arnold scholarship is granted to up to ten applicants from countries in the Majority World for full-time study, beginning in the fall semester. Recipients of the Arnold Scholarship are awarded $2,000 toward their frst year of study. Selection is focused on students with demonstrated fnancial need, strong character, outstanding leadership qualities, and whose ministry experience demonstrates that they are a trainer of trainers. Tis scholarship will be dispersed at the rate of $1,000 at the start of the fall and spring semesters. Recipients must complete their application for admission to Gordon-Conwell by December 5. Te recipients must return to their country upon graduation, as is the case with all international student scholarships, or they must re-pay the total scholarship amount to the Seminary. Again, this funding is only available for the frst year of the program and is not renewable.www.gordonconwell.edu/fnancial-aid Admissions application deadline: rolling Do you plan to apply for a scolarship?Yes: Your admission application and scholarship application must be submited in full by the scholarship deadline.Scolarship deadlines:International: December 1Merit: February 15Ministry: See matrixLoans and Need-Based Aid:May 1: Priority processing deadline for FAFSA and Gordon-Conwell Financial Aid ApplicationJuly 15: Submit award acceptance statementDo you plan to apply for housing?Must be an accepted student and have paid $100 matriculation fee.Priority deadline for Summer/Fall: March 15Priority deadline for January/Spring: November 1Financial Aid Process