The purpose of the St. Thomas More Newman Center Scholars program is to cultivate Catholic leaders of tomorrow by providing a basis of Church teachings, and an outlet to practice those teachings in the Parish and today’s society. Up to five $1,000 scholarships may be awarded. The award is divided into two payments during the academic year.

Criteria:

To be eligible to receive a Newman Scholars award, the student must meet the following criteria:

• Be a registered student at the St. Thomas More Newman Center.
• Be a full time student at Columbia College, Stephens College or the University of Missouri-Columbia.
• Complete a scholarship applicatioin and select an area of interest (see below).

Other Important Information:

• A cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale must be maintained.
• Successful completion of at least 12 academic hours per semester and enrollment or intent to enroll in at least 12 academic hours for the upcoming semester must be demonstrated.
• Areas of interest are Library Science, Worship, Communications, Religious Studies, Social Justice, Laity in the Church and Evangelism. Each of these areas has perscribed requirements which must be met.

For more information, contact the St. Thomas More Newman Center:

701 Maryland Avenue
Columbia, MO 65201
Phone: 573.449.5424