This Scholarship intends to assist the following:

• Prospective high school graduates who are furthering their education in an accredited college and/or university

• Continuing undergraduate students.

• Students in Graduate programs leading to a Masters Degree.

The applicant must be an active member of St. Paul Baptist Church for a minimum of 3 years, serving in a ministry or involved in community service.

The applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent in a different grading system. 

An award a minimum of two scholarships, as deemed appropriate in an academic year and as available funds permit. 

The award process requires the submission of both of the following items: (a.) Fully completed Scholarship Application with a current college transcript. (b. ) High School Graduates must present a college transcript from an accredited institution (High School transcripts with college credits will not be accepted). (c.) Proof of current enrollment in either an accredited college program or in a course of study at an accredited U.S. institution or post-secondary education.      

Themed essay with a minimum of 300 words, not to exceed 500 words. 

Submission of 1 copy of a headshot photo. 

Submission of two (2) letters of recommendation. (Can't be from a family member or personal friend.) 

This will be reviewed upon established criteria by members of the Deacons’ Family Ministry Scholarship Committee. 

The scholarship will be paid directly to the recipient for tuition, books, room/board, student loans, and/or scholastic/academic travel.