e&m scholars

e&m scholarship application

before you apply

Before you apply, please review the following requirements to make sure you have all the needed information, attachments, and essays for your application. Once you start the application, it will not save. Please make sure all your application information is saved prior to applying through the link.

application overview

general sections of the e&m scholarship application

  1. 01 personal
    information
  2. 02 academic
    status
  3. 03 financial
    context
  4. 04 supporting
    attachments
  5. 05 personal
    essays
01 /

personal information

Legal contact details, citizenship, and current residency

▪ Full legal name
▪ Country of citizenship
▪ Preferred name
▪ Date of birth
▪ Current address
▪ Primary language(s) spoken
02 /

academic status

Current educational enrollment, field of study, and academic performance

▪ Academic institution
▪ Intended major/field of study
▪ Current grade level / year
▪ Year of intended transfer (if applicable)
▪ Cumulative GPA or equivalent
03 /

financial context

Educational expenses summary and your current financial plan

▪ Estimated annual tuition cost
▪ Estimated annual cost of living
▪ Total amount you expect to contribute personally
▪ Total amount your family expects to contribute
▪ Total amount you intend to take out in loans
▪ Do you currently hold part- or full-time employment?
▪ How many hours per week do you work?
▪ List any other scholarships or financial aid you have already secured for the upcoming year
04 /

supporting attachments

PDF uploads required for the following documents

transcripts

Official or certified unofficial transcripts for the last applicable years of higher education (if no years of higher education, then high-school education or equivalent).

letters of recommendation

Two letters of recommendation are required. We recommend that one is academic and another is personal.

resume or cv

A maximum 2 page document highlighting academic achievements, leadership, work history, and volunteer experience.

05 /

personal essays

There are 3 required essays and 1 optional essay. Each essay is to be 300-500 words. We value your personal voice over polished and AI-generated essays. Please prioritize sharing your personal experiences in your essays.

01 / required

current leadership

We believe leadership is an action, not a title. Describe a project, service effort, or community need you are currently engaged in or have recently led. What have you learned from this experience and how does it impact the way you view leadership?

02 / required

spiritual journey

Our scholarship program is rooted in a belief that personal and spiritual growth are connected. Describe your personal journey with your faith from a religious and/or spiritual perspective. Include how your faith has changed over time and where you are today.

03 / required

future vision

Many people view career as a means for personal advancement and success. How do you define 'success' for your future, and what specific steps are you taking—or planning to take—to ensure your work contributes to the well-being of others? We are interested in your unique vision for impact, whether it is through professional work, community leadership, or service.

04 / optional

personal statement

We understand that a form cannot capture the full story of your life and character. If there is additional information, a unique experience, or a specific context (such as personal, family, or health challenges) that you believe is important for the committee to understand your journey, please share it here.

Link to application

If you have any questions regarding the application requirements, please reach out at info@emscholars.org or contact us here.