Asbury United Methodist Church Scholarship Application

Congratulations on your scholastic achievements! As you are making your future career plans, we invite you to apply for the three different scholarships offered by Asbury United Methodist Church. You will need to complete only one application to be considered for any of the three scholarships.
How to Apply:
1)   Read and follow the Application Instructions below.
2)   Obtain a copy of your most recent transcript.
3)   Mail in your completed application and transcript before April 1st to:

Scholarship Committee
Asbury United Methodist Church
PO Box 540
Wellman, IA 52356-0540. 

Application Instructions:  

1.	Download the application file: 
On the Absury scholarship page ((https://asbury-wellman.com/pages/asbury-scholarships), download the “Scholarship Application” file.  We make updates to the application annually, so if you are a returning applicant, please do not use a previous year’s form – it will not be accepted.  

2.	Determine your eligibility:
•	High school seniors: you are eligible to apply even if you haven’t yet narrowed down a school to attend.  Just provide your best estimate for college costs.  If you’re selected, you will need to provide Asbury with your school’s information so that a check can be sent!
•	All other applicants must be enrolled in a college/university, community college, trade or vocational school. Graduate students are eligible to apply.
•	Past recipients may reapply.
•	Part-time students are eligible for some awards; however, they should expect their award amounts to be scaled commensurately with their enrolled credit hours.  A part-time student should not expect their award to be the same as a full-time student.

3.	Obtain your transcript: 
At some schools this can take several weeks, so don’t delay! While it is not necessary that your school stamps or otherwise certifies your transcript, the transcript must be accurate, complete and up-to-date.

4.	Enter your information: 
Type your information into the Application, and then save your work.  Print your application when complete.  If you are unable to type your responses you may neatly hand-write your answers on a paper copy of the application form.

5.	Prepare your application for mailing. A complete application includes:
•	Applicant Information and Applicant Eligibility sections with Certification and Signature(s).
•	School Information and Financial Information sections.
•	Applicant Activities page
•	3 Essay Questions
•	Transcript
 
6.	DEADLINE: APRIL 1ST: Mail your application and transcript to:
Scholarship Committee
Asbury United Methodist Church
PO Box 540
Wellman, IA 52356-0540       
Award Notification: 
•	All information is confidential and will be reviewed only by the Asbury United Methodist Church Scholarship Committee.
•	The scholarship committee will determine the number and size of awards based on availability of funds.  
•	Award recipients will be notified on or before May 31.  
•	Per year maximum per individual is $2000; may be from multiple funds/scholarships.  Total lifetime allowable per individual is $10,000.
•	Funds are transmitted to the student’s school on or near the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. Under no circumstances can funds be paid directly to the award recipient.

The Three Asbury UMC Scholarships

Asbury UMC Scholarship (For Graduating High School Senior Members of Asbury)
Applicants must be members of Asbury UMC and graduating high school seniors enrolled or in process of enrolling at a qualifying school.  A successful applicant must demonstrate financial need.  The scholarship will be awarded annually, with the funds divided equally for each term of the academic year.  In cases when a student leaves school, the balance of the scholarship is forfeited.   	

Erma M. Rugg Scholarship (For Members of Asbury)
This scholarship is for Asbury members (high school senior or undergraduate) enrolled or in process of enrolling at a qualifying school.  Multiple scholarships can be awarded to one student for up to five years.  The scholarship will be awarded annually, with the funds divided equally for each term of the academic year.  In cases when a student leaves school, the balance of the scholarship is forfeited.
 
Lela M Goodwin Scholarship (For Members of Asbury, Children or Grandchildren of members of Asbury)
This scholarship is for members of Asbury, children of members of Asbury, or grandchildren of living members of Asbury who are enrolled or in process of enrolling at a qualifying school. A successful applicant must demonstrate financial need.  The scholarship can be given each year throughout the student’s undergraduate and graduate schooling.  The scholarship will be awarded annually, with the funds divided equally for each term of the academic year.  In cases when a student leaves school, the balance of the scholarship is forfeited.