GBHEM can help you reach your educational goals by connecting students with important funding resources within The United Methodist Church. Students who are seeking funds for undergraduate, graduate or seminary education outside of the United States can explore these options:

  • GRASP: Through the International Grants and Scholarship Program (GRASP), GBHEM offers funds to help offset the cost of education for students studying at a Methodist-related institution outside the United States. This is a need-based scholarship for United Methodist students in high school, college, seminary or university. View requirements here.
  • World Communion Scholarship: This scholarship is administered by the General Board of Global Ministries to provide limited funding for international students who are United Methodist or from churches of Methodist denominations with affiliate status. Scholarships aim to help students develop expertise and capacities critical for the fulfillment of mission priorities and program goals in their region. Scholarship inquires can be directed to scholars@umcmission.org.
  • Young People’s Ministries International Scholarship: Administered by the United Methodist General Board of Discipleship (GBOD), this is a need-based scholarship for United Methodist students, ages 16-30, attending a university outside of the United States. View requirements and full application here. (Students must create a profile to apply.)