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 is open.
- If you have additional questions, contact the Scholarship Office at umscholar@gbhem.org.
