Aquinas Scholars
The Aquinas Scholars: Our Signature Scholarship Program
In the spirit of our patron, St. Thomas Aquinas, the Dominican saint and doctor of the church, Aquinas Institute of Theology invites you to consider a gift to our signature scholarship program which provides multiple full-tuition, merit-based scholarships for full-time, residential students. Without significant financial support, these deserving students and future ministers of the Church would be unable to earn a graduate degree in theology or ministry.
Eligibility and Requirements
Students who are accepted in the Aquinas Scholars Program have demonstrated previous outstanding academic achievement, a strong record of service to Church-affiliated ministries, a commitment to future ministry in the church, and leadership capacity.
What the Program Includes
- Full-tuition for all required courses in the respective degree program
- Housing and book stipend
- Work-study opportunities
Levels of Support and Giving Opportunities
There are different options for supporting the Aquinas Scholars Program:
Option #1
● A two-year commitment of $25,000 per year to support a student earning a Master of Arts (MA)
Option #2
● A three-year commitment of $25,000 per year to support a student earning a Master of Divinity
Option #3
● A $10,000 per year commitment to support housing and books for one student; a two or three
Some donors choose to fund both the tuition and housing portion for the student they support.
● Gifts to the Aquinas Scholarship Program will be placed in a scholarship fund and allocated at
● Donors will be asked to sign the pledge agreement indicating the option they have selected to
If you would like to make a commitment to the Aquinas Scholars Program or learn more about the