I'm a Lutheran high school junior trying to navigate college scholarships. Are there any particular scholarships available to students of the Lutheran faith?
Indeed, there are scholarships available specifically for Lutheran students. I'll mention a few here:
1. The Bethesda Lutheran Communities Lutheran Student Scholastic & Service Scholarship is offered to Lutheran students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in any field seen as beneficial to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
2. Beta Sigma Psi National Lutheran Fraternity offers several scholarships aimed at Lutheran male students going to certain colleges, such as Purdue, University of Illinois, and University of Iowa, among others.
3. Aid Association for Lutherans offers the AAL Lutheran Grant-In-Aid that provides financial assistance to Lutheran students.
4. The Lutheran Community Foundation (now known as InFaith Community Foundation) provides the InFaith Community Scholarship, which supports Lutheran students at specific universities.
Bear in mind that all of these scholarships have their own specific eligibility requirements and deadlines, so you'll want to make sure you meet those and apply within the designated application window.
Additionally, don't forget to check with the financial aid offices of the colleges you're interested in, as they might offer institutional scholarships for Lutheran students. The local Lutheran community or your own church may also have scholarship opportunities, so be sure to explore local resources alongside national ones.
Best of luck with your scholarship search! It can be a process, but every bit helps when it comes to paying for college.
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