e&m scholars

frequently asked questions

eligibility & program overview

01 / Who is eligible for this scholarship? expand_more

The scholarship is open to international students who demonstrate high academic potential, evidence of leadership, and a commitment to personal and spiritual growth. Applicants must be enrolled in or admitted to an accredited institution.

02 / Can I apply if I am not yet enrolled in a university? expand_more

Applicants must provide a formal letter of acceptance from an accredited program for the upcoming academic year.

03 / What is expected of an E&M Scholar? expand_more

Beyond financial support, scholars are expected to participate in mentorship and discipleship activities, requiring a commitment of an average of 5 hours per week.

04 / What do mentorship and discipleship sessions entail? expand_more

Each scholar is paired with one or two professional or personal mentors. Tracks are customized based on the student’s academic focus, career goals, and personal spiritual journey.

05 / Are mentorship and discipleship activities mandatory? expand_more

Yes. We believe in holistic growth; therefore, participation is required for all scholarship recipients. However, schedules and activities are tailored to best support each student’s academic and personal needs.

financial details

01 / How much money does the scholarship award? expand_more

The E&M Scholarship provides $10,000 per academic year. This money may be distributed among the quarters or semesters that a student is actively taking classes.

02 / How are funds distributed? expand_more

Scholarship funds are paid directly to the institution’s bursar office to cover tuition costs for the upcoming quarter or semester.

03 / Does the scholarship cover expenses beyond tuition? expand_more

The primary purpose of this scholarship is to cover tuition. Exceptions for other educational expenses may be considered on a case-by-case basis if tuition is already fully funded.

04 / Is the scholarship renewable? expand_more

The scholarship is not automatically renewed. Recipients may apply for renewal each year, provided they have remained in good standing and met all program requirements.

application & selection process

01 / What is the application process? expand_more

An online application is submitted and reviewed by the Selection Committee. The Selection Committee chooses the Semi-finalists, who are invited to interviews. After the interview, one to two applicants are selected to receive the scholarship. Please refer to this page for additional information.

02 / What documentation is required for the initial application? expand_more

Applicants must submit academic transcripts, a resume/CV, self-reported financial documentation, and two letters of recommendation. Please refer to this page for additional information.

03 / Do I need to submit government-issued documents like a passport or visa? expand_more

No. Government-issued travel documents are not required during the initial application. Finalists may be asked to provide additional verification for administrative purposes later in the process.

04 / Is there a minimum GPA requirement? expand_more

There is no rigid requirement. The committee evaluates academic performance holistically, considering the student’s specific educational context and environment.

05 / Can I submit application materials in a language other than English? expand_more

All applications and supporting documents must be submitted in English. If original documents are in another language, please provide a certified translation.

06 / How is my financial information used? expand_more

Financial data is used exclusively by the selection committee to assess need and calculate support levels. All personal data is handled securely and kept confidential.

07 / Can I save my application and finish it later? expand_more

Yes. Google Forms typically saves progress if you are signed in; however, we strongly recommend drafting your essays in a separate document to prevent data loss.

08 / When will I be notified regarding the second round? expand_more

All applicants will be notified of their status via email by July 1.

09 / What does the interview process involve? expand_more

Finalists will participate in a virtual interview with the selection committee. This stage focuses on evaluating personal character, leadership potential, and alignment with the mission of the program.

10 / Do you offer other scholarships? expand_more

At this time, the ezer and manna scholarship is the only one being offered. If additional scholarships are offered in the future, they will be posted on our website.