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TCA College Financial Aid
Target Recipients
Financial aid at TCA College is intended for students who demonstrate genuine financial need.
- The aid is available to international students enrolled in credit programs under the School of Theology (English and Chinese).
- Priority consideration is given to applicants from Asian countries.
- Financial aid is not available to:
- Students applying to the School of Counseling
- Individuals pursuing part-time studies
- Those enrolled in one-year full-time programs
Coverage
- TCA College Financial Aid may provide support in the following areas:
- Academic Fees (Tuition, Library and EduTech Fee)
- Hostel Accommodation Fee
- Living Allowance
Program Admission and Continuation
Christian Character and Ministry Commitment
All applicants must demonstrate:
- Exemplary Christian character and conduct
- A clear desire to serve in full-time Christian ministry
- Strong performance in Field Education components of their program
Applicants with substantial leadership involvement in Christian ministry will be viewed favorably.
Obligations of Financial Aid Recipients
For Onsite Students
Recipients are required to:
- Fulfil their Field Education obligations (where applicable)
- Serve in a designated function assigned by TCA College for a specified number of hours each week during term time and term breaks
- Participate actively in campus life and student-led activities
For Online Students
Recipients are expected to make a meaningful contribution to the life and mission of TCA College (as determined by the College).
All Students
Regardless of study mode, all financial aid recipients must:
- Commit to serving full-time in a church or Christian organization located in their home country for a minimum period of two (2) years following graduation
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 (applicable to continuing students)
Terms and Conditions
- TCA College retains authority to determine the number of academic credits a student may register for each term.
- The College reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions of the financial aid at its sole discretion.
- Failure to comply with these conditions may result in the termination of the financial aid. In such cases, the student may be required to repay all financial aid monies disbursed.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit a completed application form along with all required supporting documentation.
Two (2) letters of recommendation are required:
- A letter from the Senior Pastor or a member of the Church Board
Endorsements from denominational leadership are advantageous. - A letter from a Church or Christian organization located in Singapore or Malaysia.
Duration and Renewal
- Financial aid is awarded on an annual basis.
- Students seeking aid beyond the current academic year must submit a new application each year.
Application Procedure
- Download the application form from myTCA
- Submit the completed form and all supporting documents to: [email protected]
Scholarships
Brash Scholarship
The Brash Scholarship was established by Murray Bruce Brash who was born in Eastbourne, England in 1913 and studied law at Cambridge. Thereafter he came to Singapore to work with Allen and Gledhill, a well-known law firm, before and after the war, retiring in 1959. He died on 24 August 1982. It was his greatest desire that through this Trust for scholarships, men of sound character and academic quality will be prepared to occupy positions of leadership, ministry and mission outreach in the church of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The conditions for award are:
- Applicants must be male Malaysian, male Indonesian, or male Chinese citizens of Singapore
- Applicants must be of an approved Protestant denomination or background
- Applicants must be born-again Evangelicals of sound character
- Applicants must be preparing for full-time Christian work/missionary service and
- Applicants must be financially needy.
All application forms should be submitted to The Brash Trust in softcopy and e-mail to [email protected].
Tel: (65) 6236 3333
Email: [email protected]
Bobby Sng Scholarship for Theological Studies (BSSTS)
Rationale
The scholarship uses the name of the late Dr Bobby Sng to celebrate his life and ministry, especially in the three areas he is most passionate about: in Bible missions, in community service, and in youth work. Hence, the scholarship aims to fund students pursuing theological studies who aspire to serve or already involved in the above three areas.
Scope
Students pursuing theological studies involved in the following works:
- Bible Missions
- Community Service
- Youth Work
Awarding Conditions
The BSSTS is awarded to deserving persons who fulfil the following criteria:
- Wish to pursue first degree in theological studies (undergraduate or postgraduate) in a Singapore theological institution. The relevance of the chosen courses will be decided by the Scholarship Committee.
- The current approved Singapore theological institutions are:
- ACTS College
- Baptist Theological Seminary (BTS)
- Biblical Graduate School of Theology (BGST)
- Discipleship Training Centre (DTC)
- East Asia School of Theology (EAST)
- Singapore Bible College (SBC)
- TCA College
- Trinity Theological College (TTC)
- Commit to work or serve in the following areas for at least three (3) years after graduation:
- Bible Missions
- Community Service
- Youth Work
Application Criteria
All applications to BSSTS must fulfil the following criteria:
- Applicant must be Singaporean or PR
- Applicant must be an active member of a local church
- Applicant must be in financial needs
- Applicant must complete the application forms and submit all the required documents
Application to BSSTS is open throughout the year, however the Scholarship Committee will usually deliberate and make the awarding decision at least once a year.
Detailed Terms and Conditions
- Scholarship is prioritized to be awarded to those who are about to enter their theological study. Exception will be decided by the Scholarship Committee.
- There is no age limit for the applicant. Grant will be given based on the applicant’s potential, character, and commitment to the scope of the scholarship.
- Scholarship will only be disbursed to those who are already admitted to the undergraduate program of one of the above theological institutions, either full-time or part-time (official admission letter is required)
- Scholarship will cover academic/tuition fees and book allowances, excluding accommodation, meal plan, and other expenses (like mission trips, insurance, etc.)
- The scholarship recipient must sign and undertake the following: “I solemnly declare that should I be awarded a Bobby Sng Scholarship for Theological Studies (BSS TS); I will undertake the following:
- That on completion of the degree/studies for which the BSS TS has been awarded, I shall be involved in full time work in the area of bible missions, community service, or youth work, for at least 3 years, failing which I shall return the scholarship award in full to the scholarship committees
- That during the period of my studies, I shall send written reports to the Scholarship Committees at the end of each term/semester, informing of my academic progress as well as personal developments. The Scholarship Committees reserve the right to cease further scholarship payments or demand return of the scholarship award if academic results or other factors do not justify further support
- That I shall do my utmost, God being my helper, to complete with merit or better, the course of study for which the BSS TS has been awarded, so as to be a faithful and responsible steward of God’s gracious provision.
- The scholarship recipient is encouraged to do their ministry internship, as required by their theological institution, at the organizations related to the scope of the scholarship.
- The scholarship recipient is not allowed to change their theological institution or course of study.
For further enquiries, please write to [email protected].
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