Higher Education

Academic Aid

FUMC Scholarships and Loan--

Since 1989, First United Methodist Church has awarded scholarships to members of our church family who are pursuing higher education. If you are active at FUMC and would like to apply for one of our scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year, please CLICK HERE FOR THE APPLICATION.   Link will close at midnight on Tuesday, April 15, and scholarships will be awarded on Graduation Sunday in May.



General Board of Higher Education & Ministry of the United Methodist Church  DEADLINE MARCH 31

GBHEM Scholarships offer financial aid to United Methodist students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees.  Every year, we award an average of $5.5 million to help students in the United States and abroad pursue their dreams through higher education. With this financial aid, GBHEM is opening pathways for students of all backgrounds to earn their degrees and serve as the next generation of leaders for the church and the world.  Click here for information and to apply.



United Women of Faith Scholarship

United Women in Faith of the North Carolina Conference has a scholarship program for female students attending one of the Methodist-related colleges in North Carolina. Undergraduate and graduate scholarships are awarded to students who have been accepted at Louisburg College, Methodist University, North Carolina Wesleyan College, Duke University, Duke Course of Study (COS), or Duke Divinity School. All applicants must be members of the United Methodist Church and must reside within the bounds of the North Carolina Conference.
In order for an application to be considered, ALL required materials are due to the chairperson of the Scholarship Committee by midnight, April 15.
Click here for scholarship packet.