Religious-Affiliated Programs

To receive aid from more than one religious-affiliated program, applicants must demonstrate financial eligibility through the FAFSA.

Beasley Foundation Grants

These grants are for members of the Disciples of Christ affiliation and are made available through the Theodore and Beulah Beasley Foundation, Inc. They are based on the results of the FAFSA, academic achievement and leadership potential. The amount of assistance depends on the results of the FAFSA and availability of other aid. Most awards range from $1,000 to $4,000. Consideration for renewal is based upon successful completion of at least 24 hours and achievement of a minimum TCU cumulative GPA of 2.5. FAFSA must be received by May 1 for priority funding.

Bermont Family Undergraduate Jewish Student Scholarship

This scholarship is for entering freshmen or transfer students who are Jewish. Preference is given to student applicants who demonstrate financial need as evidenced by the FAFSA. Amount varies.

Church Vocation Conditional Loan

Through the cooperation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), TCU is able to award financial assistance to students, regardless of denomination, preparing to become ordained clergy, church musicians or directors of religious education in a full-time church vocation. These awards will be in an amount not to exceed one-half tuition for up to 18 hours per semester. The minister and the board (or governing body) of the applicant's home congregation must certify the applicant as a member in good standing and as a candidate for full-time church-related work. In addition, an essay from the candidate reflecting on the individual's theological development and commitment to devote his/her life to the ministry of the Gospel of Christ as a full-time vocation is required. This certification should be received by TCU prior to May 1 for the fall semester and November 1 for the spring semester.

Prior to May 1 each year, all recipients must recertify their commitment to enter a full-time church vocation and present evidence of their progress toward that goal. The home congregation, the TCU Scholarship Committee and the Department of Religion reviews the recertification. Award decisions are based on several factors, including academic record, applicant's essay and letter of recommendation. Financial eligibility, as demonstrated by the FAFSA, is considered, although it is not a prerequisite for receiving the award.

Recipients of a Church Vocation Loan must enroll in an undergraduate program leading to a baccalaureate degree from TCU. They are required to major or minor in religion or major in church music. Minimum renewal requirements are a 2.5 TCU cumulative GPA and successful completion of at least 24 semester hours during the academic year. Recipients are required to sign a promissory note for the amount of the loan plus interest. Those recipients who are enrolled in a graduate theological program or are employed full-time in a church will have 25 percent of their loan forgiven per year. Applications for a church vocation loan may be obtained from the Grant section of www.financialaid.tcu.edu.

Applications must be received by May 1 each year.

Christian Youth Fellowship (CYF) Grant

Through the cooperation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), TCU is able to offer tuition assistance to regional officers of the Christian Youth Fellowship. These awards will be in an amount not to exceed one-half tuition for up to 18 hours per semester and is renewable for eight semesters, providing the student meets the criteria for financial aid satisfactory academic progress. Additionally, a TCU cumulative 2.5 GPA is required for renewal.

Applications must be received by May 1 each year.

Minister and Minister's Dependent Grant

Through funds provided by the Christian churches of Texas, New Mexico and Louisiana, partial-tuition grants are available to certain categories of students attending TCU. Included are:

  • Spouses of full-time students of Brite Divinity School, the graduate seminary;
  • Unmarried youths under 23 years of age who are dependent children of Christian church (Disciples of Christ) ministers in full-time active service (including missionaries) and youths of Juliette Fowler Home (including employees of the home);
  • Spouses of full-time Christian church (Disciples of Christ) ministers; and
  • Full-time Christian church (Disciples of Christ) ministers who wish to continue their education on a part-time basis in the undergraduate program.

Students enrolled full-time in the regular undergraduate program are entitled to one-half tuition grants for up to 18 hours per semester. Applications must be received by May 1 each year.





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