Scholarships
TEDS is committed to offering an affordable and accessible world-class seminary education with a variety of degree options meant to prepare you for carrying out the message of the gospel to a world in need. TEDS is offering a wide range of scholarship options to assist students in the pursuit of their academic goals.
TEDS Scholarships
For the 2022-23 academic year, 100% of incoming TEDS students received scholarships! Additionally, US resident students who completed the FAFSA also had access to federal student loans and federal work study. You will automatically be considered for the following scholarships as soon as you submit your application to TEDS. APPLY TO TEDS >>
Scholarships cannot be combined; Students may only qualify for one scholarship at a time, plus the TEDS Faithful Future Scholarship. The following scholarships are only available for incoming students enrolling in a Master’s program.
Dean's Merit Scholarship
The Dean's Merit Scholarship at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School acknowledges and supports outstanding academic achievement, offering three scholarship amounts based on the student's GPA.*
*GPA requirements are cumulative for the applicant's undergraduate degree.40% off
ANNUAL TUITION- Have 3.8 or higher GPA
- Renewable for course of study
30% off
ANNUAL TUITION- Have 3.5 - 3.7 GPA
- Renewable for course of study
20% off
ANNUAL TUITION- Have 3.2 - 3.4 GPA
- Renewable for course of study
Leadership Legacy Scholarship
The Leadership Legacy Scholarship at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School recognizes and rewards applicants with ministry, counseling, non-profit or career leadership experience, offering tuition rebates for individuals with years of exemplary leadership.
40% off
ANNUAL TUITION- Have 10 or more years of leadership experience
- Renewable for course of study
30% off
ANNUAL TUITION- Have 6-9 years of leadership experience
- Renewable for course of study
20% off
ANNUAL TUITION- 1-5 years of leadership experience
- Renewable for course of study
International Impact Scholarship
The International Impact Scholarship at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School is a scholarship exclusively for international students, providing a 30% tuition rebate and fostering global-minded leaders committed to making a positive impact on a worldwide scale.
30% off
ANNUAL TUITION- Renewable for course of study
TEDS Faithful Future Scholarship
Available for new students enrolling in 2024. Start your academic journey in any of our MA programs, including the MDIV, MA in Theological Studies, MA in Mental Health Counseling, or MA in Bioethics with a 20% tuition grant, renewable throughout your entire course of study. This scholarship can be combined with one of the above scholarships. Join the long legacy of academic excellence at TEDS and prepare to leave a lasting impact to those you serve.
20% off
ANNUAL TUITION- Renewable for course of study
- Can be combined with one other scholarship
Additional Grants and Scholarships
Each of these awards has its own eligibility requirements and application process.
To learn more and apply please select the award you are interested in.
To learn more and apply please select the award you are interested in.
| Scholarship | Amount(per year) | Total Awarded | Renewable | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Ministries Scholarship | UP TO50% off Tuition | 15 | Yes | December 1, March 1, May 15 and August 1 |
| In order to help equip servant leaders who are committed to the Gospel ministry of multi-racial and multi-ethnic reconciliation, Trinity offers a 50% tuition scholarship to 15 first-year students from various ethnic backgrounds (Deerfield campus). Scholarship recipients experience spiritual formation and leadership development through the Mosaic cohort experience and the Mosaic Gathering. We provide opportunities for like-minded mentor-to-peer and peer-to-peer relationships. We hope to remove financial barriers for students who desire sound biblical and theological teaching to grow in their ability to see needs and challenges in the world. LEARN MORE & APPLY >> | ||||
| PhD Robert D. Orr Endowed Fellowship | UP TO$10,000 | 1 | YesMAX 4 YEARS | January 15th(Fall only) |
| Full-time PhD students (excluding current TEDS Department Fellows, Program Scholars, Waybright Scholars, or Hansen Fellows) who are committed to exploring the implications of biblical and theological perspectives for engaging medicine and technology. It is not expected that Orr Fellowship recipients will direct any of their doctoral studies or dissertation toward the study of bioethics; rather, this fellowship provides an opportunity to supplement the recipient’s doctoral experience with an additional subspecialization. Full details regarding the fellowship and information about current fellows can be found on The Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity Fellowship page. APPLY NOW >> | ||||
| PhD G. Walter Hansen Fellowship | UP TO$10,000 | 3 | YesMAX 2 YEARS | January 15th(Fall only) |
| This scholarship supports full-time PhD students (excluding TEDS department fellows and program scholars) whose vocational interests and academic research match the vision and mission of the Henry Center for Theological Understanding. Full details regarding the fellowship and information about current fellows can be found on the Henry Center’s Hansen Fellowship page. APPLY NOW >> | ||||
| Church Match Grant | UP TO$2,000 | Unlimited | Yes | Last day of the semester of enrollment |
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This award is granted to students whose church donates funds towards their Trinity education. Trinity will match donations each academic year. Masters and PhD Students – Trinity will match up to $1,000 for contributions given by any church; up to $2,000 for contributions given by Evangelical Free Churches; or up to $2,000 for Trinity alumni per academic year Doctor of Ministry Students – Trinity will match up to $250 for all contributions given by Evangelical Free Churches; up to $150 for Trinity Alumni; or up to $100 for all other applicants per seminar. DOWNLOAD APPLICATION >> |
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| The Trinity Church Partnership Grant is awarded to students who are members or regular attendees of churches that give a minimum financial gift to Trinity each year. Please contact your church to determine if they participate. FIRST TIME APP >> RENEWAL APP >> | ||||
Rebates
Rebates require form submissions each semester that can be obtained by contacting [email protected].
| Rebate | Amount(per year) | Total Awarded | Renewable | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Ministries Rebate | 50% | Unlimited | Yes | Rolling |
| This rebate is intended for full or part-time staff members of approved campus ministries, who are planning to complete their entire degree program through summer coursework only. Students enrolled in REACH, Extension Site programs, or enrolled during fall and spring semesters are ineligible. Submit the Campus Ministries Rebate Application and send a letter verifying employment from supervisor. | ||||
| CRU Rebate | UP TO50% | Unlimited | Yes | Rolling |
| Students serving full-time with CRU are eligible for a discounted tuition rate on master’s-level courses taken at the Deerfield Campus site and/or Online (DE). This rebate is not applicable toward students enrolled in any of our Extension Site programs. | ||||
| EFCA ReachGlobal Rebate | 50% | Unlimited | Yes | Rolling |
| Students serving full-time with ReachGlobal are eligible for a discounted tuition rate on master’s-level courses taken at the Deerfield Campus site and/or Online (DE). This rebate is not applicable toward students enrolled in any of our Extension Site programs. | ||||
| EFCA Full-Time Ministry Rebate | 50% | Unlimited | Yes | Rolling |
| If you are interested in studying at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School while continuing to serve in full time ministry, you may be eligible for a partial tuition discount. Learn More | ||||
| InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Rebate | 50% | Unlimited | Yes | Rolling |
| Students serving full-time with InterVarsity are eligible for a discounted tuition rate on master’s-level courses taken at the Deerfield Campus site and/or Online (DE). This rebate is not applicable toward students enrolled in any of our Extension Site programs. | ||||
| Young Life Rebate | 50% | Unlimited | Yes | Rolling |
| Students serving full-time with Young Life are eligible for a discounted tuition rate on master’s-level courses taken at the Deerfield Campus site and/or Online (DE). This rebate is not applicable toward students enrolled in any of our Extension Site programs. Submit the Trinity Young Life Rebate Application and send a letter verifying employment from supervisor. | ||||
| Summer Campus Ministries Rebate | UP TO50% | Varied | Yes | Summer Term |
| Full or part time (minimum of 20 hours/week) staff members of a campus ministry, such as Navigators or other campus ministries, may be eligible for a special 50% tuition reduction plan. This rebate is not applicable toward students enrolled in any of our Extension Site programs. | ||||
| Credit Hour Spouse Rebate | UP TO50% | Unlimited | Yes | Rolling |
| The spouse of a master’s student is eligible for a reduction or waiver of course fees for as long as the first student is enrolled full-time. Students already receiving tuition rebates or grants from the institution are ineligible. | ||||
| Audit Hour Spouse Rebate | Free | Unlimited | Yes | Rolling |
| The spouse of a TEDS/TGS student may audit free of charge the same number of hours that the student takes for credit in a given semester. This benefit/rebate will not be applied retroactively. It will be granted only during the semester in which a student is enrolled in classes. | ||||
Partnerships
Another way of reducing the cost of tuition is by reviewing our partnerships. We offer the following partnerships:
Financial Aid
At TEDS, nearly 95% of our students receive some form of financial aid. At Trinity we offer scholarships, grants, rebates, and other aid options to help pay for the cost of schooling. Learn more about what is available below or by contacting the Financial Aid Office at [email protected].
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