Honors Scholarship Application

Thank you for applying for one of our prestigious Honors Scholarships at Emmanuel. Please complete each of the sections below, fulfilling the scholarship application requirements. More information about each of our Honors Scholarships can be found on the Scholarships page on our website.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Scholarship Applicant's Name:*

First Last

Current Address:*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone Number:*

Email*

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

College Attended:*

Degree/Major:*

Graduation Month*

Graduation Year:*

GPA:*

SELF ASSESSMENT

1. Work ethic: I work hard, even in courses I do not particularly like, and maintain a requisite GPA.*

2. I have the tenacity to see the degree program through to the end.*

3. I take correction well.*

4. I show respect for other points of view that I do not share.*

5. I demonstrate a commitment to my local congregation.*

6. I demonstrate integrity and honesty in my academic work*

7. I balance my studies with care and concern for those around me (spouses, children, fellow students).*

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

I am applying for an Honors Scholarship for which program? (select one)*

The essay prompt is specific to the scholarship for which you are applying.

I am also applying for the John Robert Neely, Jr. Scholarship (MDiv).*

All students applying for the Master of Divinity Honors Scholarships will be considered for the Alexander Campbell Scholarship. Those students applying for the John Robert Neely, Jr. Scholarship should also complete the additional essay prompt below.

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REFERENCES

Provide Three Recommendations. If you are applying for admission while simultaneously applying for this scholarship, please submit three recommendation requests on your admissions application. If you have already applied for admission, you will need to submit one additional reference. Please send your third reference the link above.

SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY

Please read the essay prompt for the Honors Scholarship for which you are applying. You should upload your completed essay in the section below before submitting your scholarship application.

ALEXANDER CAMPBELL SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY PROMPT (MDiv)

Alexander Campbell Scholarship

Write an essay answering the question below. The essay will be evaluated on the basis of theme development, clarity of expression, depth and breadth of thought, creativity, and personal involvement. The essay must be double-spaced and 3-5 pages in length. Before submitting your application, please attach your essay below.

Answer the following question:

JOHN ROBERT NEELY, JR. SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY PROMPT (MDiv)

John Robert Neely, Jr. Scholarship

Respond to each of the questions below. Galatians 5:22-23 tells us that the Holy Spirit is revealed through these nine attributes: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. These point to the indwelling work of the Spirit not only in producing momentary experiences, but also deep, settled qualities of character exhibited in the lives of Christ followers. As one preparing for a life of effective Christian ministry, please respond to each of the following (4-5 total pages):

1. How have you witnessed the Fruits of the Spirit displayed in the life of your spiritual mentor or another believer?
2. How have you seen the Holy Spirit bear fruit in your life? Describe an experience or time when you were able to see the Spirit working to change your character.
3. Of the nine parts of the Fruit of the Spirit, which one(s) would you say that you naturally have (as a part of our personality), and which ones(s) would you say that you only display because of the presence of the Spirit in your life?
4. What kinds of practices have especially helped you listen for and cooperate with the work of the Spirit in your life?

BARTON W. STONE SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY PROMPT (MACM)

Barton W. Stone Scholarship

Write an essay answering the question below. The essay will be evaluated on the basis of theme development, clarity of expression, depth and breadth of thought, creativity, and personal involvement. The essay must be double-spaced and 3-5 pages in length. Before submitting your application, please attach your essay below.

Answer the following question:

WALKER SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY PROMPT (MAR)

Dean E. and Dorothy Keister Walker Scholarship

Write an essay answering the following question: In general, why does the church need scholarship, and in particular, why does the church need women and men who dedicate their lives to the study of Hebrew and Greek, archaeology, history, and theology?

The essay will be evaluated on the basis of theme development, clarity of expression, depth and breadth of thought, creativity, and personal involvement. The essay must be double-spaced, 3-5 pages in length. Before submitting your application, please attach your essay at the bottom of the form below.

UPLOAD ESSAY:

Upload Alexander Campbell Scholarship Essay Here*

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Upload John Robert Neely, Jr. Scholarship Essay Here*

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Upload Barton W. Stone Scholarship Essay Here*

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Upload Dean E. and Dorothy Keister Walker Scholarship Essay Here*

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STATEMENT OF INTENT

Honors Scholarship Requirements:*
To be eligible for this scholarship, I intend to be a degree-seeking student, continuously-enrolled full-time for the duration of the degree program I am applying, and understand I must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 throughout my time at Emmanuel Christian Seminary.