Master of Divinity

Financial Aid

The School of Divinity makes available to its students a variety of scholarships, assistantships, loans, and work study awards. Generous grants are provided to North Carolina Baptist students by the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina. The Christian Service Organization and other donors of endowed scholarships provide additional financial assistance for students who qualify. Ninety-six percent (96%) of our students receive aid in some form. Prospective applicants with financial need should contact the Director of Admissions for the School of Divinity.

Annual Scholarships

  • State Baptist Convention Scholarships and Grants

Baptist State Convention of North Carolina (BSCNC) Grants: Grants of up to $8,000 for a degree program are provided to students by the BSCNC. The recipient must be Baptist, a member in good standing of a church cooperating with the BSCNC, and take a minimum of six (6) hours per semester. Policies and application forms are available through the Director of Admissions for the School of Divinity.

South Carolina Baptist Convention Scholarship: Full-time South Carolina students are eligible to apply each year for this scholarship. Students are to write to Dr. Carlisle Driggers, Executive Director-Treasurer, General Board of the South Carolina Baptist Convention, 907 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201 for applications.

  • Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Scholarships

Scholarships are available through the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF) and are based on financial need, commitment to serve in Baptist life in keeping with the mission strategy of the CBF, and potential success in theological education. Applications and CBF Mission Statements are available from the Admissions Office at the School of Divinity.

  • Marguerite Noel Family Scholarship

Scholarships of up to $9,000 for a degree program are provided to selected students on the basis of high academic achievement in baccalaureate studies and a commitment to ministry.

Endowed Scholarships

There are endowed scholarships through the Christian Service Organization (CSO) and the School of Divinity. Applications and further information can be obtained from the Admissions Office at the School of Divinity.

Matching Scholarships Program

Scholarships for students who reside outside of North Carolina are available. The recipient must be a member in good standing of a Baptist church affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention and/or the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. The church must provide a scholarship to the School of Divinity for the student. These scholarships provide assistance of up to $3,600 toward the cost of the degree program to participating students. Policies and application forms are available through the Admissions Office at the School of Divinity.
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