Church Matching Gift Program
Dallas Baptist University will match designated Christian church gifts for DBU students up to, but not exceeding, $3,500.00 per academic year (fall, spring, and summer) per student.
The scholarship program is applicable to both graduate and undergraduate students, full-time or part-time.
DBU provides matching funds to gift provided by Christian churches that hold Jesus Christ to be Lord and Savior. This is a matching scholarship program for individual churches only. Gifts from denominations or para-church organizations are not included in this matching gift program.
The recommended student must be an active member or student member in the church providing the scholarship.
Application Deadline
Deadline to submit the funds and Church Matching Application to the Financial Aid Office:
- Fall 2024 - May 15, 2025
- Spring 2025 - May 15, 2025
- Summer 2025 - July 31, 2025
Information for Athletes
Although D1 athletes who receive an athletic scholarship may be eligible to receive church scholarships, DBU cannot provide church matching funds to these student-athletes per NCAA regulations. D1 athletes not receiving an athletic scholarship and all D2 athletes are eligible for the DBU Church Matching Scholarship.
Online Only Students
Students enrolled in Online-only programs with a discounted tuition rate are not eligible to receive the matching scholarship from DBU.
Additional Scholarship Provisions and Requirements
There are additional provisions and requirements to receive this matching scholarship. All provisions and requirements must be fully reviewed and followed by each participating church and student.