Graduate Students Now Eligible for Christian Service Scholarship

Houghton University is pleased to announce expanded eligibility for the Lee Scholarship program, which is dedicated to equipping those called to various forms of Christian service. Established by the late George and Grace Lee, the fund provides financial support for students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees as they prepare for service in pastoral ministry, missions, music ministry, Christian education, non-profit management, and other service roles within churches and Christian organizations.

With this expansion, graduate students enrolled in programs such as the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) and the Master of Business Administration (MBA) are now eligible for support through the Lee Scholarship. These programs prepare graduates to serve faithfully and effectively as educators, organizational leaders, and administrators in faith-based schools, churches, and nonprofit ministries.

“The George and Grace Lee Christian Scholarship Fund continues its long history of supporting students as they answer their call to Christian service,” said Wayne D. Lewis, Jr., president of Houghton University. By combining financial support with service-based forgiveness, the fund empowers future leaders—including educators and nonprofit and organizational leaders—to enter ministry-focused careers without the burden of significant educational debt.”

The scholarship is awarded in the form of a forgivable loan, providing students with financial assistance of up to half-tuition for courses required to complete their degree program. Upon completion of the degree, the loan is forgiven at a rate of 50% for each year of qualifying full-time Christian service. Two years of qualifying service result in full loan forgiveness.

For more information about eligibility, application processes, or program guidelines, please contact Heather Arnold, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Graduate Admission at heather.arnold@houghton.edu.