International Grants and Scholarships Program (GRASP)
Through the International Grants and Scholarship Program (GRASP), GBHEM has established a program to help offset the costs of education for students studying at a Methodist-related post-secondary institution outside the United States. This is a competitive, need-based scholarship for United Methodist students enrolled in a college, seminary or university.
Eligibility Requirements
GRASP applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a student currently attending classes at a Methodist-related post-secondary educational college, seminary or university outside the United States.
- Have completed at least one full semester, quarter or the equivalent, and submit the respective academic transcript with this application.
- Be a member of a United Methodist church and receive the recommendation of its pastor or your institution’s United Methodist chaplain.
- Show evidence of good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and leadership engagement in the community.
Application Information
- The 2026 GRASP application portal will open on Jan. 7. You may fill out the Interest List Form below to receive an email reminder when the 2026 application window is opening.
- If you have additional questions, contact the Scholarship Office at umscholar@gbhem.org.
