Thank you for your interest in the Certificate of Advanced Educational Specialization Degree. We have many financial aid options to assist you in obtaining this degree.
Alpha Sigma Nu Scholarship
Provided by the National Jesuit Honor Society, the Alpha Sigma Nu (ASN) scholarship is a $1,000 award to a student who is also an ASN member.
Amaturo Family Foundation
A limited number of awards are available to assist students in the MA in Pastoral Ministry and the MEd programs with expenses related to degree study.
Anne M. Kitz Scholarship
A $5,000 tuition scholarship awarded to a lay student focusing on Biblical Studies with a high academic record who plans on enrolling in the MTS, MDiv, or ThM degree programs.
Baker-Arrupe Scholarship
A half-tuition scholarship awarded to a student entering his or her final year with high financial need, demonstrated volunteerism, and a strong academic record.
Dean's Scholarships
The School awards several full-tuition scholarships each year. The Dean's Scholarships are available to applicants from any educational background or affiliation who have a strong record of both academic achievement and commitment of service to others. These scholarships are open to anyone enrolling in the MTS, MDiv, ThM, MEd or MA degree programs.
Defreitas Scholarships
For international religious students, the School offers full- and partial-tuition scholarships. Applicants must be international students who are ordained clergy or members of religious orders, who plan on enrolling in the MTS, MDiv, MA, MEd, ThM, STL or STD programs and who will return to their home country to assist with the theological and ministerial needs of those countries.
Developing World Scholarships
Two partial scholarships of $4,500 are awarded to students from the developing world each academic year toward tuition and other costs.
E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation
A limited number of awards are available to assist women enrolled in Hispanic Ministry programs.
Fruscione Family Foundation
A limited number of awards are available to assist students in the MA in Pastoral Ministry and MEd programs returning to inner-city ministry.
Hispanic Ministry Tuition Scholarships
Boston College has put in place a generous scholarship program for students who plan to enroll in the MA Pastoral Ministry, Hispanic Ministry Concentration or the Hispanic Ministry Certificate Program.
Ignatian Scholarship
Jesuit education has a long and unique heritage, and we encourage alumni/ae from Jesuit institutions to continue their education. STM offers a full-tuition scholarship for the duration of the MTS, MDiv, ThM, MEd or MA degree program to a recent lay alumnus/a of a Jesuit college or university who possesses a strong record of academic achievement.
Jesuit Volunteer Corps (JVC) Scholarship
The School seeks to reward service by encouraging volunteers to continue the training needed to enhance their vocation. To this end, we offer a full-tuition scholarship to an outstanding Jesuit Volunteer Corps member or alumnus/a enrolling in the MTS, MDiv, ThM, MEd or MA degree program.
Loyola Scholarships, New England Dioceses
Available to all lay people, vowed religious, priests and deacons to participate in degree, certificate or continuing education program for audit or credit. Prospective students must be working full- or part-time
in a church-related ministry in one of the New England dioceses or be actively involved as a volunteer for at least five years. A letter will be required for verification from your supervisor or, if involved in volunteer parish ministry, your pastor. The New England Dioceses include Boston, MA; Fall River, MA; Springfield, MA; Worcester, MA; Providence, RI; Hartford, CT; Norwich, CT; Bridgeport, CT; Manchester, NH; Portland, ME; and Burlington, VT. The Loyola Scholarship Program offers up to 70% tuition remission.
Mary J. Donnelly Foundation
A limited number of awards are available to assist students in MA in Pastoral Ministry program concentrating in Youth & Young Adult Faith with expenses related to their degree studies.
Raskob Foundation
Relocation Grants of up to $5,000 to assist with moving and related expenses for former full-time volunteers (i.e., JVC, JVI, Marist, L'Arche and others) coming immediately out of volunteer work pursuing full-time graduate study in the MA in Pastoral Ministry, MEd, or CAES programs. Only first-year full-time students may apply. A limited number of grants are also available to assist Hispanic Ministry students with travel expenses. Funds are limited.
Raymond Zeitz Scholarships
a $2,500 tuition scholarship awarded to a lay student with a high academic record who plans on enrolling in the MTS, MDiv, ThM or MA program.
Rita Fortier Fuller Scholarships
This scholarship covers up to fifty percent of tuition costs for two or three female students in any degree program, who, in the judgment of the school are particularly deserving of such assistance.
Total Community Catechesis Fellowships (supported by the Henry Luce Foundation and Boston College)
TCC Fellowships will be awarded to students in the MEd in Religious Education with excellent academic standing and clear potential for leadership in parish catechesis.
General Tuition Scholarships
In addition, a number of partial tuition scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate financial need.
Since the Graduate School cannot provide financial support for all of its students, it is important for you to research other sources of funding to assist you in financing your studies. The Office of Student Services is responsible for administering and awarding the following need-based federal financial aid programs: Federal Direct Loans (Subsidized and Unsubsidized), Perkins Loans, and Federal Work-Study. To apply for financial aid, students must complete the FASFA application and the Boston College Graduate Financial Aid Application.
Students must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-U.S. citizens as defined by the U.S. Department of Education to qualify for all programs. Federal regulations and University policy severely limit the types of financial assistance for international students. Boston College admissions policy requires that international students have adequate resources to meet their expenses throughout their education.
In addition to the IREPM graduate assistantships and tuition remission offered, students may apply for graduate assistantships through other Boston College departments. IREPM students currently hold or have held graduate positions as Peer Ministers, Director of the Women's Resource Center, Residential Director for Undergraduates, Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor, First Year Experience Assistant and Audiovisual Assistant. Graduate Assistant positions are listed on the Murray Graduate Center web site. All prospective graduate students are also strongly encouraged to investigate other possible sources of financial assistance, e.g. government and foundation sponsored fellowships. It is recommended that you check with various offices at your undergraduate institution, such as your current academic departments, financial aid and career services for materials about financial support for graduate study. You may also want to visit the Office of Student Services web site for information pertaining to alternative loan options.
Please note that the financial aid application deadline date is February 15. Applications received before that date will be given priority consideration for financial aid.
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