Scholarships & Financial Aid - Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary myGETS The Garrett Collective Events Give Apply Scholarships & Financial Aid Theological education that’s within reach At Garrett, every degree-seeking student receives a scholarship. No separate scholarship application is required – simply apply for admission and you’ll automatically be considered for a scholarship! Accessible and Affordable Education Every degree-seeking student who studies at least part-time receives a scholarship. Part-time or full-time, online or in-person, international or domestic – our goal is to make theological education accessible and affordable for you. Master degree students can expect a scholarship covering between 50-100% of tuition, Doctor of Ministry students receive a scholarship covering between 25-50% of tuition. No additional application necessary. FINANCIAL AID HANDBOOK Meet the Director The Office of Financial Aid is here to support students as they pursue financial resources to support their academic pursuits. The office is staffed by Ashley Schreiner, our Director of Financial Aid Meet Ashley Early Action Deadline Students applying for the fall should complete their application by November 15th to receive a scholarship between 65-100% of tuition! START YOUR APPLICATION Scholarships to support your unique passion and calling Our scholarships support all degree-seeking students. Full-time or part-time, in-person or online, domestic or international, all denominations and students in every degree – when we say all, we mean it. For master degree students enrolled at least part-time (minimum 5 credit hours), scholarships range from 50% tuition to 100% plus tuition. You are automatically considered for every eligible scholarship upon submitting your admissions application. You do not need to apply separately. Masters Degree Scholarships Range from 50%-100% Tuition EXPLORE MASTERS DEGREES 100% Tuition Scholarships for Every PhD Student EXPLORE PHD PROGRAM Guaranteed Scholarships for Every DMin Student EXPLORE DMIN PROGRAM Master Degree Scholarship Deadlines Scholarships range from 65-100% of tuition if you apply by November 15 th for the Fall 2026 term. Apply by December 31, 2025 for Fall 2026 to receive a 100% scholarship Must be a member of the UMC with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Apply by Fe bruary 1, 2026 for Fall 2026 to receive consideration for top scholarships, including a limited number of stipends. Worried that you’ve missed all the deadlines? All master degree students receive a scholarship that covers between 50-100% tuition, even those that apply at the last minute. Doctoral Scholarships PhD students receive scholarships that cover 100% of tuition. DMin students receive scholarships that cover between 25-40% of tuition Additional Resources Learn about federal aid opportunities FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES Browse frequently asked questions FINANCIAL AID FAQS On- and off-campus housing opportunities VIEW HOUSING