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Scholarship
Fund & Book Allowances
The United Missionary Baptist Convention of NJ, Inc. actively invests in the positive endeavors of our community. Through the scholarship fund, we aid members in becoming one step closer to achieving their academic goals.
The scholarship and book awards fund provides supplemental financial assistance to qualifying students enrolled in an institution of higher education. The disbursement of funds is based on financial need, academic achievement and other criteria outlined in the Scholarship Application. The money awarded to recipients is for the purpose of aiding students with the finances needed to offset the cost of tuition, books, supplies and other educational expenses.
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Scholarships are typically awarded at the Fall Annual Session of the United Missionary Baptist Convention of NJ, Inc.
Types of Awards
Scholarships
Awarded annually to assist with tuition for undergraduates engaged in academic study at an accredited institution of higher education.
1. Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship: Awarded to graduating seniors and/or students enrolled in an accredited institution, aged 22 years and younger.
2. W. E. B. Dubois Scholarship: Awarded to students enrolled in undergraduate study at an accredited institution, aged 23 years and older.
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Book Allowances
Awarded annually to assist with the purchase of books and general supplies for undergraduates attending an accredited institution.
General Requirements for Prospective Applicants
1. Applicants must be accepted or enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited institution of higher education and be 22 years of age or less.
2. Applicants must be a member of a church that is in good standing with the United Missionary Baptist Convention of NJ, Inc.
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3. Must be actively involved in his/her church, Association (if applicable) and the Convention.
4. Applicants must submit a completed application with the following attachments:
a. Most recent official high school (graduating seniors) or college (currently enrolled university students) transcript
b. College acceptance letter for graduating seniors
c. A letter of recommendation from your pastor
d. A typed 300-word essay entitled “How This Scholarship Will Impact My Future”
e. Two typed letters of reference (from non-family members)
5. Each applicant must obtain the signature of his/her pastor (to be provided on the application).
For a printable application click here