Dallas Baptist University Scholarships

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions awards the Academic Honors Scholarship to new students who have demonstrated exceptional academic ability in their prior high school or college academic work. Students with a minimum composite of 25 on the ACT, a combined Evidence-Based Reading & Writing (EBRW) and Math score of 1220 on the new SAT, or a combined Critical Reading and Math score of 1150 on the old SAT may be considered for the Academic Honors Scholarship, based on their academic record (standardized test scores and grade point average).

The Academic Honors Scholarship is a monetary award that shall be applied toward tuition only.

This scholarship, funded in part by the annual Russell Perry Free Enterprise Award Dinner, is valid for up to 120 attempted undergraduate hours of college credit including hours transferred from other colleges and universities.

Recipients of the scholarship must:

• Apply for and meet requirements for the DBU Christian Leadership Scholarship.
• Enroll in and successfully complete the Christian Leadership course during the first year of enrollment.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student.
• Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid, and any other required paperwork, as requested.
• Live in the DBU residence halls or a DBU apartment complex.  Any unauthorized departure from the DBU residence halls or DBU apartment complex (including marriage) will constitute forfeiture of all Christian Leadership Scholarship and Academic Honors Scholarship funds.
• Maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.

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Christian Leadership Scholarship

Recipients of the scholarship must:

• Enroll in and successfully complete the DBU Christian Leadership course during the first year of enrollment.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student.
• During the first few weeks of each semester, declare an area of ministry for that semester. (Online forms will be provided.)
• Be involved (for at least six hours per month) in a volunteer service or ministry activity.
• Complete and submit all Ministry Journal requirements each month.
• Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid, and any other required paperwork, as requested.
• Live in the DBU residence halls or a DBU apartment complex.  Any unauthorized departure from the DBU residence halls or DBU apartment complex (including marriage) will constitute forfeiture of all Christian Leadership Scholarship funds.
• Maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average.
• Take all general studies classes during the day prior to 5:00 p.m.
• Maintain moral and ethical standards that would be exemplary of the life of Christ.
• Failure to adhere to requirements will result in forfeiture of scholarships.

This scholarship is awarded by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to new students who have demonstrated exceptional Christian character and leadership abilities as well as proven academic skills.  The scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated servant-leadership by giving their lives to serving God in the church, in their schools, and in their communities.  This scholarship, funded in part by the annual Russell Perry Free Enterprise Award Dinner, is renewable on a year-by-year basis for a maximum of five years, as you meet the renewal requirements.

Send all scholarship information to: Office of Undergraduate Admissions Dallas Baptist University 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211-9229

Rodney F. Shelton Scholarships

An endowment fund established in honor of Dr. Rodney F. Shelton provides income for the Rodney F. Shelton Scholarships. The Dean of the College of Education awards these scholarships. Students should make application for these scholarships through the Dean’s office. Scholarship recipients may be requested to assist the Dean’s office on special projects designed to enhance a student’s educational program. The yearly amount of the award varies.

Students are required to submit a copy of their CFNI diploma to the CFNI Scholarship Coordinator in the College of Professional Studies.  Students must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid, and any other required paperwork, as requested.

Students can apply online.

Dallas Baptist University offers Acteen Scholarships to new students who are recipients of Mission Quest achievement and state and national honors.  These scholarship awards vary according to the number of quests achieved.

Recipients of the scholarship must:

• Complete and submit an Acteen Scholarship Application.
• Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid, and any other required paperwork, as requested.
• Submit an Acteen Letter of Recommendation from their Acteen Leader.
• Meet all DBU admission requirements as stated in the current DBU Undergraduate Catalog.
• Apply for and meet requirements for the DBU Christian Leadership Scholarship.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student.
• Maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average.

This scholarship is renewable each semester for eight consecutive Fall and Spring semesters.  A limited number of Acteen scholarships are available.  Awards will be made at the discretion of the DBU Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

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Dallas Baptist University offers Challengers scholarships to new students who are recipients of recognition through The Journey mission advancement programs.  These scholarship awards vary according to the level of achievement.

Recipients of the scholarship must:

• Complete and submit a Challengers Scholarship Application.
• Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid, and any other required paperwork, as requested.
• Provide verification of the award from the North American Mission Board or state Baptist Convention offices.
• Meet all DBU admission requirements as stated in the current DBU Undergraduate Catalog.
• Apply for and meet requirements for the DBU Christian Leadership Scholarship.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student.
• Maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average.

The scholarship is renewable each semester for eight consecutive Fall and Spring semesters.  A limited number of Challengers Scholarships are available.  Awards will be made at the discretion of the DBU Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Students can apply online.

Recipients of the scholarship must:

• Complete and submit an AWANA Scholarship Application.
• Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), DBU Supplemental Application for Financial Aid, and any other required paperwork, as requested.
• Provide verification of the award from AWANA headquarters or from their local AWANA missionary.
• Meet all DBU admission requirements as stated in the current DBU Undergraduate Catalog.
• Apply for and meet requirements for the DBU Christian Leadership Scholarship.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student.
• Maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average.
• The scholarship is renewable each semester for eight consecutive Fall and Spring semesters.  A limited number of AWANA scholarships are available.  Awards will be made at the discretion of the DBU Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

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Applicants must qualify for the Christian Leadership Scholarship, submit a recommendation from their pastor and their principal or guidance counselor, and complete an interview with the scholarship committee.

Applicants must qualify for the Christian Leadership Scholarship, submit a recommendation from their pastor and their principal or guidance counselor, and complete an interview with the scholarship committee.

National Merit Finalists may qualify for a full tuition scholarship

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