Journey College Merritt-Based Scholarships

Journey College Student Leadership Team & Merit Scholarship Application

Quick Overview

Who This Is For

Journey College students who are prayerfully discerning serving on the Student Leadership Team as a Student Leader for the Fall 2026 semester.

What This Is

The Student Leadership Team is a select group of students entrusted with helping shape the culture, experience, and operations of Journey College. As part of this opportunity, selected students will receive a Journey College Merit Scholarship as an investment in their leadership, faithfulness, and development.

Available Leadership Opportunities (8 Total Positions)

Enrollment & Admissions Coordinator (2 Positions)
Creative Coordinator
Program Coordinator
Student Life Coordinator
Journey College Administrative Coordinator
RTS (Return to School) Flex Administrative Coordinator

Leadership Opportunity & Responsibility

Student Leaders are entrusted to steward a specific area of Journey College and are invited to step into meaningful leadership, influence, and responsibility.

Student Leaders are expected to demonstrate:

Faithful participation in Journey College life
Academic excellence and personal responsibility
Christ-centered character and spiritual maturity
Servant-hearted leadership and teamwork
Attendance at leadership meetings and required events
Alignment with the Student Honor Code and Student Handbook
Humility, integrity, and a commitment to representing Journey College well

Student Leadership Expectations

Lead from the front with presence, humility, and integrity
Fully engage in Journey College rhythms, including events, gatherings, and Sunday services
Participate in requested Journey Church staff or Legacy gatherings when applicable
Model maturity through punctuality, professionalism, and personal responsibility
Live aligned with the Journey College Student Honor Code, Journey College Leader Values, and Christ-centered values
Attend weekly Student Leadership Meetings for vision, collaboration, care, and growth
Maintain academic excellence.

Shared Care Commitment

At Journey College, leadership is not simply about responsibility—it is about caring for people.

All Student Leaders are expected to:

Notice when peers may need support
Offer prayer, encouragement, and presence
Communicate needs with wisdom and care to the Journey College Director
Partner with leadership in caring for the college community, including helping lead or facilitate student discipleship groups

This opportunity includes loving accountability as a gift for growth and preparation. Student Leaders are invited to remain teachable, receive feedback with humility, and view accountability as an essential part of their leadership formation and development.

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on leadership experience in a college and ministry environment
Spiritual formation, mentorship, and personal growth
Practical leadership development and increased readiness for your future calling
Merit-based tuition scholarship support
Valuable ministry and leadership experience for your résumé and portfolio

Application Requirements

To be considered, applicants must submit:

A signed Student Leadership Acknowledgment Form
A 4–5 minute Student Leadership Merit Scholarship Video
Proof of registration for Fall 2026 classes

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

Must be enrolled as a full-time Journey College student for the Fall 2026 semester
Must be a Traditional Journey College student for all positions except the RTS Flex Leadership Scholarship position
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered

Scholarship Renewal Requirements
This scholarship is awarded for one academic year and is distributed by semester.

To remain eligible for the Spring semester scholarship award, recipients must:

Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 during the Fall semester
Successfully fulfill the expectations of their leadership position

Minimum GPA Requirement

3.5 GPA

Important Dates

Application Deadline: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Confidentiality & Selection Process

All applications will remain confidential and will be reviewed exclusively by Journey College leadership and staff.

Submission of an application does not guarantee selection. Leadership positions and scholarships are limited and will be filled through a prayerful and holistic review process considering character, faithfulness, leadership potential, and overall fit for the role.