The purpose of the HigherEd Ministry is to assist individuals in their pursuit of a post-secondary education. This year we are pleased to announce six competitive scholarship opportunities being made available to the members of Agape Family Worship Center (AFWC). They are:
- The Tonyell McDay Computer Science Scholarship: a $500 scholarship will be awarded to a student majoring in the computer science field. This gift is given from the family of Sis. Tonyell McDay, a computer science major, who was among those who perished in the attacks on the World Trade Center.
- The Willie Lee Jones Trade Industry Scholarship: a $1,000 tuition scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior who will be pursuing an associate degree or certificate at an accredited vocational-technical training school after graduation. This scholarship is named in memory of Deacon Willie Lee Jones who served in leadership at Agape and worked in the transportation industry as a truck driver.
- The Barbara Owens Hayward Service Scholarship: a $1,000 tuition scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior or current college student who demonstrates outstanding leadership and service in his/her school or community. This scholarship is named in memory of Minister Barbara Owens Hayward who was the founder of the Agape Children’s Church and Drama Ministry. She was also a dedicated teacher in the public school system.
- The Clinton & Jacquelyn Miller Educational Fund: a $500 scholarship will be awarded to two students majoring in teacher education. This gift is given in memory of Sis. Jacquelyn Miller, who was a longtime educator in the Elizabeth public school system. It also honors her husband, Bro. Clinton Miller, who has been a teacher in the Elizabeth public school system for 40 years.
- The Agape Scholars Book Award: up to $500 will be awarded to a limited number of individuals to help defray the cost of textbooks. Students must be degree-seeking candidates who are full-time or part-time students enrolled in, or accepted to, an accredited university, 4-year or community college at either the undergraduate or graduate level.
- The Ishmael Cotton Christian College Scholarship: up to $500 will be awarded to one student attending a Christian College. This gift is given in memory of Bro. Ishmael Cotton, who was a faithful and dedicated member of Agape and AOC. Ishmael was passionate about pursuing his college education. He aspired to attend seminary and enter the ministry. High school applicants must have a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average.
Eligibility
All applicants (and/or the parents or guardians of dependent applicants) must be active members of AFWC. Applicants must meet the specified requirements of the particular scholarship. All high school and college applicants must be in good academic standing with a minimum of a 2.5 (high school), 2.8 (undergraduate), and a 3.0 (graduate students), except where noted.
Application Process
Eligible candidates must complete the information within this application and return it with the required supporting documents. Please be sure to submit a copy of your letter of acceptance from the college you plan to attend if you are going to be a first year student. If you are a continuing student, you must submit a letter from your registrar’s office verifying your enrollment status for the upcoming academic year. Finalists may be required to interview with the selection committee prior to the awarding of the scholarship.
Application Deadline
All applications must be received by April 30, 2012. Late applications may not be accepted after the deadline.
Award Specifications
These scholarship opportunities are competitive and not guaranteed for all who apply. Therefore, the number of scholarships awarded will depend upon the amount of funding made available for the academic year as well as the size of the applicant pool. All scholarship monies are made payable to the institution and not the individual.
More Information
All questions and concerns may be directed to Sis. Terri Davis at (732)680-9800 or highered@agapecenter.org
AFWC 2012 Scholarship General Information.pdf
AFWC 2012 Scholarship App.pdf