02/27/2026
Columbus FUMC has opened the 2026 scholarship application. Completed applications are due to the church office by April 30.
STARR & EUGENIA SMITH SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
The Starr and Eugenia Smith Scholarship applicants must be pursuing a post high school
education. Priority will be given to applicants of the Methodist faith and/or those pursuing
education related to church work. All information needs to be complete and turned into the
First United Methodist Church office by April 30.
I. PERSONAL INFORMATION
Mr. Ms. ___________________________ Application Date
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Last Name First Name Middle Name
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Permanent Address
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City, State, Zip Code
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Telephone Email Date of Birth
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College of Choice Expected Enrollment Date or Enrollment Date (Month & Year)
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Planned or Present Major
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Church (membership or attendance)
II. ACADEMIC HISTORY
List Secondary and Post-Secondary Schools attended.
School Location Dates: From & To GPA
(Name) (City, State) (Month/Year) (4 point scale)
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III. REFERENCES
Provide two references with contact information.
• The pastor of the church where you attend or have recently attended.
• An instructor (high school or college) who can speak to your character and
academic work.
___________________________________________________________________________ Name of pastor Title Church
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City, State Telephone
___________________________________________________________________________ Name of instructor Title Institution
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City, State Telephone
V. PERSONAL STATEMENT
Submit a short essay that includes the following information: your future education and
career plans, school participation (organizations/groups), community service/involvement,
and religious involvement/activities. Include any special circumstances that may be helpful
to the committee. Use additional paper as needed.
I hereby certify that the information given in this application is true and current to the best of my knowledge.
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