Trinity United Methodist Church

Trinity United Methodist Church 706 14th Avenue South North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582 TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Purpose The purpose of the Tuition Assistance Program of Trinity United Methodist Church is to provide monetary assistance to members of the church for furthering their skills to increase the capability to make a living. Students receiving this assistance may attend any of the following: 1. University or College (Church or Non-Church Related) 2. Community College 3. Technical School 4. Adult Education Classes 5. Special Skills Classes a. Drafting b. Welding c. Secretarial d. Computer e. GED study Available Monies/Disbursements Available monies are disbursed annually among the successful applicants. Criteria include the following: 1. Membership at Trinity 2. Involvement in church activities 3. Regular church attendance A maximum award of $500 is awarded to each successful applicant. Funds are distributed on a weighted basis. Tuition Assistance Guidelines Recipients of tuition assistance funds are selected annually by a committee of the following Trinity United Methodist Church officials: 1. Minister 2. Chairperson of Administrative Council or Lay Leader 3. Higher Education Chairperson 4. Youth Leader The Tuition Assistance Committee reports the names of recipient(s) annually to the Administrative Council. Approved monies are paid directly to the institution. Applications 1. Applications for Tuition Assistance should be submitted to the following address: Trinity United Methodist Church Tuition Assistance Program 706 14th Avenue South North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582 2. Deadline for submittals is April 30th for the following school year. Applications are available by accessing the church’s website (www.trinitynmb.com) or contacting the church office. 3. Recipients must re-apply for each school year. 4. Upon receiving notice of Tuition Assistance Award, recipients are responsible for furnishing the church with the address of the institution that will receive the stipend.

Trinity United Methodist Church Page 1 of 3 706 14th Avenue South North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

APPLICATION TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

NAME ______

(Last) (First) (Middle)

ADDRESS ______

PARENTS’ NAMES ______MEMBERS OF TRINITY? YES__ NO___

MATERNAL GRANDPARENTS’ NAMES______MEMBERS OF TRINITY? YES__ NO___

PATERNAL GRANDPARENTS’ NAMES______MEMBERS OF TRINITY? YES__ NO___

NAMES AND AGES OF CHILDREN IN YOUR FAMILY______

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION YOU PLAN TO ATTEND OR ARE ATTENDING______

Are you a member of Trinity? ______

How many years have you attended Trinity? ______Other churches______

Is this a first request? ______Reapplying? ______

Signature ______Date: ______

Questions? Contact Trinity United Methodist Church Office—(843) 272-5236

Trinity United Methodist Church 706 14th Avenue South Page 2 of 3 North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Letter Guidelines

In addition to completing your application for tuition assistance, the Higher Education Committee would like for you to write a letter letting us know more about you. It is our hope and prayer that Trinity will be able to support you in your journey, both financially through this tuition assistance program, and with prayer.

Please include the following details in your letter to us:

For applicant’s first request:

 The major subject you plan to study and why it is appealing to you. Include any academic goals you may have set for your college career and the importance of the subject you wish to study. How do you hope to make a difference in the world with your education and career?

 Your participation in extracurricular activities, including involvement with the church, at school, and in the community

 Any job experiences, including volunteer work or community service. What you have learned from these work environments about yourself?

 Person(s) in your life who have been your greatest influence. What forces do you feel leading you in your calling/journey?

 What this award would mean to you. Why do you feel deserving of it?

For past recipients reapplying:

 What major subject area are you studying, and why it is appealing to you? Include any academic goals you may have set for yourself in the upcoming year. How do you see the importance of the subject you are studying to today’s world and society?

 Describe your participation in extracurricular activities, including involvement with the church, at your college or university, and in the community.

 Describe any job experiences, including volunteer work or community service, and what you have learned from these work environments about yourself.

 What are the most interesting things you have learned during your previous semesters? Is your experience at your college/university progressing as you anticipated?

 Are there any ways your Trinity family can assist and support you further in your academic pursuits?