Scholarships

The King’s University Office of Student Financial Services serves to assist all current and prospective students in securing financial assistance for their college dreams. Scholarships are available from a variety of sources, and are a great way to help fund your education. Scholarship recipients are decided by the scholarship committee. The committee members are selected from various areas of the university to ensure equal representation across various institutional functions. To the greatest extent possible, the voting members are selected with respect to gender, age, ethnicity, and race to ensure there is non-discriminatory selection practice.

2023-24 scholarship applications are closed.

Please prepare all essays and videos before opening the DocuSign application.

All items must be ready to be attached or included to be able to submit the application.

Scholarship Application Instructions

READ CAREFULLY:

Each student may submit only one application per open application period each year.
Students may apply for every scholarship for which they qualify.
Please see the college-level sections below for the requirements of each scholarship.

ESSAYS:

See the specific scholarship for essay requirements.

VIDEOS:

For ease of use, videos(s) must be prepared in advance of application completion.
All video links must be submitted as YouTube videos.
Videos must be made according to the requirements of the scholarship.
For assistance with your video, please click see below.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION:

Scholarships that require letters of recommendation will be annotated below.
Letter writers need to email their letters directly to scholarships@tku.edu.
The letters must include the student’s name and student ID number.

TIPS FOR ESSAYS

TIPS FOR VIDEOS

Questions? Email scholarships@tku.edu or call 817-722-1730

Undergraduate Student Scholarships

Undergraduate Application

Anna Hayford Scholarship (Undergraduate Award)

Anna Hayford is the late wife of our founder, Pastor Jack Hayford. “Anna sensed God’s call to ministry as a child, becoming an effective and beloved spiritual leader. Pastor Jack, who served as Foursquare’s president, once called her ‘the fountainhead’ of his life.” -Foursquare News

Female student pursuing an undergraduate degree who is currently serving in ministry.
All undergraduate programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0
Required two letters of recommendation.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Anna Hayford felt called to ministry from a young age; how do you feel called to ministry and how are you currently serving?

Austin Mitchell Land Media Arts Scholarship

For Media Arts program (or successor) students only.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Must be enrolled full-time.
Awarded based on financial need via FAFSA or explanation of hardship.

Fred and Patti Taylor Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate students passionate about worship or restoration and freedom ministry.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.2.
Required YouTube video topic: Describe how the training at TKU impacts your calling to minister to hurting people or pursue a ministry of worship.

Hebrews 11:6 Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Minimum enrollment of 6 credit hours.
Preference may be given to international students.
Awarded based on financial need via FAFSA or explanation of hardship.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 2.75.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How will receiving the Hebrews 11:6 Scholarship enable you to fulfill your calling at The King’s University?

Israel’s Hope Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate students in MJS programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required approximately 500-word essay, topic: Please tell us about your current spiritual walk in both a personal and ministry context.
Required YouTube 1-minute video topic: How does your calling relate to TKU’s Statement on the Church and the Jewish People (/about-tku/mission/the-church-and-the-jewish-people/)?

LaVerne Clifton Blessing Scholarship

Southlake campus students only.
Preference will be given to students enrolled in the Worship Program.
Student must be within first 120 hours toward bachelor’s degree.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
US Citizens must complete the FAFSA, and international students must supply a description of their financial need.
Required two letters of recommendation.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: As we know, worship can mean many different things and can be done in a variety of ways. By participating in the worship leadership program, corporate worship will be a major focus. Explain to us why the study of ‘corporate worship leadership’ is important to you.

Rejoicing in Real Life Scholarship

For undergraduate Sophomores or higher and graduate students.
Students must currently have and maintain a minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How are you committed to spreading the Gospel through your ministry?

Sam Middlebrook Memorial Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: As a Spirit-filled evangelical institution of higher education, The King’s University is dedicated to the preparation of men and women for effective leadership and Christ-like servanthood in the global community. Describe three (3) ways in which TKU is preparing you to be a Christ-like servant and leader.

Sherry Rostek Memorial Scholarship

Female student in full-time vocational ministry.
All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Minimum enrollment of 6 credit hours.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Women in ministry has always been a controversial topic. As you prepare and participate in ministry, how do you plan to face the challenges that come with being a woman in ministry?

TKU Legacy Scholarship

In honor of: H. Courtney, Rev. Margaret Hicks, Newt Russell, and Miriam Ziegler

All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.

Required 250-500-word essay, topic: As a Spirit-filled evangelical institution of higher education, The King’s University is dedicated to the preparation of men and women for effective leadership and Christ-like servanthood in the global community. Describe three (3) ways in which TKU is preparing you to be a Christ-like servant and leader.

The Amy Cook “Goodness of God” Scholarship

Preference will be given to single moms in any program or students in the MJS programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.2.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How is TKU preparing you to tell people about the goodness of God?

The Pastoral Legacy Scholarship

Adult Learner Students Only (25+ years).
All undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required two letters of recommendation.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Share one or two situations that you have overcome in your life and how they have impacted your call to shepherd others and ministry.

Why TKU Scholarship

Preference will be given to students enrolled at the Southlake campus.
Full-time student within the first 120 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree
Undergraduate students only.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.5.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: “What does TKU mean to me?” or “Why TKU will make a difference to me in the future?”

William Joseph Seymour Scholarship

This scholarship is intended to help foster his legacy of Spirit-empowered diversity in love and to honor and support people of color – especially Black/African American students – through the opportunity of higher education.

New incoming Freshmen: Applicants must have a high school GPA of 3.0 or above and/or a cumulative transfer GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Returning students: Applicants must be in good standing with TKU and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Letter of Recommendation required.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How will receiving this scholarship from TKU help you to fulfill God’s calling on your life?

Graduate Student Scholarships

Anna Hayford Memorial Scholarship (Graduate Award)

Female student pursuing a graduate degree who is currently serving in ministry.
All graduate programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Letter of recommendation required.

Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Anna Hayford felt called to ministry from a young age; how do you feel called to ministry and how are you currently serving?

Fred and Patti Taylor Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about worship or restoration and freedom ministry.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.2.

Required YouTube video topic: Describe how your training at TKU impacts your calling to minister to hurting people or pursue a ministry of worship.

Hebrews 11:6 Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Minimum enrollment of 6 credit hours.
Preference may be given to international students.
Awarded based on financial need.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 2.75.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How will receiving the Hebrews 11:6 Scholarship enable you to fulfill your calling at The King’s University?

Israel’s Hope Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate students in MJS programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required approximately 500-word essay, topic: Please tell us about your current spiritual walk in both a personal and ministry context.
Required YouTube 1-minute video topic: How does your calling relate to The King’s University’s Statement on the Church and the Jewish People (/about-tku/mission/the-church-and-the-jewish-people/)?

Leadership Advancement Scholarship

In honor of Bishop Roderick and Bill King

Graduate students Only | MDIV, MOL, MPT
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 2.5
One letter of recommendation required
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Explain why you are pursuing a graduate degree, how that is increasing your ministry effectiveness, and how it is facilitating personal growth and renewal.

Rejoicing in Real Life Scholarship

For undergraduate Sophomores or higher and graduate students
Students must currently have and maintain a minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA

Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How are you committed to spreading the Gospel through your ministry?

Sherry Rostek Memorial Scholarship

Female student in full-time vocational ministry.
All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Minimum enrollment of 6 credit hours.

Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Women in ministry has always been a controversial topic. As you prepare and participate in ministry, how do you plan to face the challenges that come with being a woman in ministry?

Sam Middlebrook Memorial Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: As a Spirit-filled evangelical institution of higher education, The King’s University is dedicated to the preparation of men and women for effective leadership and Christ-like servanthood in the global community. Describe three (3) ways in which TKU is preparing you to be a Christ-like servant and leader.

TKU Legacy Scholarship

In honor of: H. Courtney, Rev. Margaret Hicks, Newt Russell, and Miriam Ziegler

All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.

Required 250-500-word essay, topic: As a Spirit-filled evangelical institution of higher education, The King’s University is dedicated to the preparation of men and women for effective leadership and Christ-like servanthood in the global community. Describe three (3) ways in which TKU is preparing you to be a Christ-like servant and leader.

The Amy Cook “Goodness of God” Scholarship

Preference will be given to single moms in any program or students in the MJS programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.2.

Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How is TKU preparing you to tell people about the goodness of God?

The Pastoral Legacy Scholarship

Adult Learner Students Only (25+ years).
All undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required two letters of recommendation.

Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Share one or two situations that you have overcome in your life and how they have impacted your call to shepherd others and ministry.

William Joseph Seymour Scholarship

This scholarship is intended to help foster the legacy of William Seymour of Spirit-empowered diversity in love and to honor and support people of color – especially Black/African American students – through the opportunity of higher education.

New incoming graduate students must have a cumulative transfer GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Returning students must be in good standing with TKU and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Letter of Recommendation required.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How will receiving this scholarship from TKU help you to fulfill God’s calling on your life?

Doctoral Student Scholarships

Israel’s Hope Scholarship

All undergraduate and graduate students in MJS programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required approximately 500-word essay, topic: Please tell us about your current spiritual walk in both a personal and ministry context.
Required YouTube 1-minute video topic: How does your calling relate to TKU’s Statement on the Church and the Jewish People (/about-tku/mission/the-church-and-the-jewish-people/)?

Rejoicing in Real Life Scholarship

For undergraduate Sophomores or higher and graduate students.
Students must currently have and maintain a cumulative 3.2 GPA.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How are you committed to spreading the Gospel through your ministry?

Scott Bauer Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by friends, members of The Church on the Way, and The King’s University in honor of Dr. Scott G. Bauer. Reverend Bauer served in a number of key positions including the senior pastor of The Church on the Way, along with chairman emeritus and founding member of the Board of Trustees, first president, and faculty member of The King’s University. His servant leadership and influence were exemplary both in the local church and at the University.

Incoming Doctor of Ministry students only.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.25.
Award Amount: 100% DMin Tuition & Fees.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Why have you chosen a Doctor of Ministry degree at TKU? Why TKU? Why this degree?

Sherry Rostek Memorial Scholarship

Female student in full-time vocational ministry.
All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Minimum enrollment of 6 credit hours.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Women in ministry has always been a controversial topic. As you prepare and participate in ministry, how do you plan to face the challenges that come with being a woman in ministry?

The Amy Cook “Goodness of God” Scholarship

Preference will be given to single moms in any program or students in the MJS programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.2.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: How is TKU preparing you to tell people about the goodness of God?

The Pastoral Legacy Scholarship

Adult Learner Students Only (25+ years).
All undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required two letters of recommendation.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: Share one or two situations that you have overcome in your life and how they have impacted your call to shepherd others and ministry.

TKU Legacy Scholarship

In honor of: H. Courtney, Rev. Margaret Hicks, Newt Russell, and Miriam Ziegler

All undergraduate and graduate programs.
Required minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0.
Required 250-500-word essay, topic: As a Spirit-filled evangelical institution of higher education, The King’s University is dedicated to the preparation of men and women for effective leadership and Christ-like servanthood in the global community. Describe three (3) ways in which TKU is preparing you to be a Christ-like servant and leader.

Academic Achievement Scholarships

Academic scholarships are made available to first-time freshmen and transferring undergraduate students. Recipients for these awards are made by committee recommendation during the admission process, so students are not required to complete a scholarship application. If a student is selected for one of these awards, they will be notified via email.\

Dean’s Scholarship

Incoming undergraduate students only
Award Amount: $2000/year
ACT: 28
SAT: 1300
GPA: 3.5+

President’s Scholarship

Incoming undergraduate students only
Award Amount: $3000/year
ACT: 30
SAT: 1400
GPA: 4.0+

Transfer Student Scholarship

Incoming undergraduate students only
12+ hours of transferable credit from an accredited university
Award Amount: $1500/year
GPA: 3.0

Other Institutional Scholarships

The scholarships listed below are not voted on by a committee, but application is required to be awarded. For incoming students, the applications will be sent to you via email upon admission to TKU if you are eligible. For continuing students, the applications will be sent to you via email each year. The deadline to complete these applications is usually the end of the first week of classes.

Blessed Life Scholarship