Olive Archer Student Aid Fund

Who can apply for this scholarship?

British students who are preparing for the ministry within the British Union Conferences. Funds are to be awarded with the following considerations:

• Initial consideration will be given to Graduate Diploma in Biblical and Pastoral Studies students (They are not usually sponsored by TED/Unions/Conferences or able to access student loans), as well as to women preparing for ministry who are unable to access student loans and/or scholarships from the TED/Unions or Conferences.
• BA (Hons) in Biblical and Pastoral Studies students will be considered if they are unable to access student loans.
• Master of Arts in Theology students will be considered if they are unable to access student loans and/or do not receive sponsorship from TED.
• The application will be considered based on financial need.
• Students must provide evidence of academic potential
• Students must demonstrate that they are committed to working for any Seventh-day Adventist organisation or entity within the British Union Conference.
• Recommendation by your curriculum area head will be expected for continuing students, and new students will be considered based on their entry grades and recommendation by their Conference and Union.

Please complete the form by 31 July 2025.