How much will my seminary education cost, and where can I look for financial assistance, loans, and scholarships?
It depends on the tuition, rooming rates and other fees at the seminary you choose. Annual tuition and fees vary greatly so look for that information on the institution’s Web site. Wherever you decide to attend you should be able to find scholarships or other types of financial aid. Costs can vary widely, however several places offer financial assistance. Check out the Fact Sheets located here for detailed information about seminary tuition and fees. The General Board of Higher Education & Ministry has an Office of Loans & Scholarships that awards college and seminary scholarships to United Methodist students attending an accredited institution. Certified candidates who are younger than 30 and attending a UM seminary, may apply for the Special Seminary Scholarship. Talk with both your annual conference board of ordained ministry and your district committee on ministry for info about receiving financial assistance through your annual conference. Certified candidates generally have acces
