Graduate Scholarships

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Cornerstone is committed to making graduate and seminary education accessible and affordable. Graduate and Cornerstone Theological Seminary students can explore scholarships, federal financial aid, employer tuition assistance and external scholarships to help reduce the cost of earning their degree.

Scholarship opportunities are available for qualifying students across Cornerstone’s graduate and seminary programs.

Applying for financial aid? Start with the FAFSA using Cornerstone’s school code 002266.

Cornerstone Theological Seminary Scholarships

Generous scholarships at Cornerstone Theological Seminary help make Biblical and theological education more affordable for students preparing to serve Christ and His church. Through the gifts of generous donors, students have access to multiple seminary scholarships, with many covering up to 50% of tuition. Eligible Master of Divinity students may also receive 75% tuition support through the Sola Scriptura Scholarship.

Endowed & Donor-Funded Seminary Scholarships

Students across most Cornerstone Theological Seminary degree programs can apply for endowed and donor-funded scholarships as funds are available.

To be eligible, students must complete the Seminary Scholarship Application and FAFSA and be registered for at least five credit hours. New students must be accepted to Cornerstone Theological Seminary before receiving scholarship consideration.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and scholarships are awarded as funds are available. Seminary scholarships may be awarded for all semesters.
If awarded a scholarship, students will continue to receive the funds as long as enrollment of at least five credit hours per semester is maintained.

Seminary Scholarship Application

View Endowed & Donor-Funded Scholarships

Cornerstone Theological Seminary students may also be considered for endowed scholarships across seminary degree programs as funds are available.

Paul A. Beals Missions Scholarship
Joe Crawford Scholarship
Clarence and Pauline Doane Scholarship
David Eifert Scholarship
Esther Gilbertson Scholarship
Global Impact Scholarship
James Murray Grier Academic Scholarship
Gerald O. and Henrietta A. Jennex Scholarship
Gunn Memorial Scholarship
David and Coila Kennedy Scholarship
Macy Mission Scholarship
Woodrow McCaleb Leadership Scholarship
McKinney Family Scholarship
Nienhuis Family Scholarship for Pastoral Ministry
Pirsig Fellowship
Samaritan Scholarship
George Samuelson Scholarship
Joe & Martie Stowell Ministry Leaders Scholarship
Sugden Seminary Scholarship
Dallas Thompson Scholarship
Timothy Scholarship
Wielhouwer Scholarship

Complete the Seminary Scholarship Application to be considered for available scholarships. Have questions about which opportunities may apply to you? Contact your Admissions Counselor.

Sola Scriptura M.Div. Scholarship — 75% Tuition

Funded by the Pirsig and Stowell endowments, the Sola Scriptura Master of Divinity Scholarship covers 75% of tuition each semester for qualifying on campus students enrolled in Cornerstone Theological Seminary’s Master of Divinity program.

Sola Scriptura Scholarship Details

To be considered:

Apply to Cornerstone Theological Seminary and receive admission for the upcoming fall semester.
Complete the Sola Scriptura Master of Divinity Scholarship application.
Participate in a scholarship interview with seminary faculty if selected.

Recipients must:

Enroll in at least five credits each semester.
Maintain consecutive enrollment.
Take at least one on-campus course each semester.
Maintain satisfactory progress in each course.

The scholarship is renewable for up to five years when recipients continue to meet the scholarship requirements.

Sola Scriptura Scholarship

Cornerstone Graduate Scholarships

Cornerstone offers scholarship opportunities to qualifying graduate students. Award amounts, eligibility requirements and application processes vary by scholarship.

Cornerstone University Graduate Student Scholarship — Full Tuition

Cornerstone University Graduate Student Scholarships are highly competitive and awarded to a select group of students each year. Students who are selected receive a full-tuition scholarship.To qualify, students must:

Be degree-seeking and admitted to a Cornerstone University graduate program.
Obtain a one-page letter of recommendation from a current Cornerstone staff or full-time faculty member. Recommendations cannot come from employees working in enrollment offices, including enrollment counselors or academic advisors.
Complete the Graduate Student Scholarship application.
Be prepared to actively participate in Cornerstone’s Grand Rapids residential campus community an average of 20 or more hours per week. On-campus internships do not count toward this requirement.

The scholarship automatically renews each semester for recipients who remain in good academic standing throughout their program.

Graduate Student Scholarship

External Scholarships

Scholarships from businesses, organizations and foundations can provide additional funding toward your graduate degree. When searching for private scholarships:

Search based on your field of study, career, professional affiliations, community involvement and other qualifications.
Look for scholarships specifically available to graduate students or students in your academic field.
Set aside consistent time to search and apply.
Watch for scams that request immediate action or unnecessary personal or financial information.

Additional Scholarship & Grant Resources

Use these resources to search for additional graduate scholarship and financial aid opportunities.

Start with the FAFSA

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for federal financial aid.

Cornerstone school code: 002266

FAFSA

Federal Aid

Federal student loans can help qualifying graduate students pay for their education. Unlike scholarships, loans must be repaid.

Complete the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for federal student aid. Federal loan programs, borrowing limits and requirements may change, so review current federal student aid information before borrowing.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

Do you have questions about graduate scholarships, financial aid or employer benefits? Cornerstone Admissions can help you understand your options and get started with your graduate degree.

Phone: 616.222.1426
Email: admissions@cornerstone.edu

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can graduate students receive financial aid?

Yes. Eligible Cornerstone graduate students may qualify for institutional scholarships, federal student aid, employer tuition assistance, external scholarships and student loans. Available aid depends on the student’s program and individual eligibility.

Do graduate students need to complete the FAFSA?

Complete the FAFSA each academic year to be considered for federal financial aid for which you may qualify. Cornerstone University’s federal school code is 002266.

Is financial aid available for Cornerstone's Ed.D. program?

Students enrolled in Cornerstone’s Ed.D. program may explore financial aid opportunities available to eligible graduate students, including federal student aid, employer tuition assistance and external scholarships. Scholarship eligibility depends on the requirements of each award.

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