Don't qualify for enough federal aid? Prefer not to take loans? You're not alone! CCCB students have access to numerous scholarships and grants. Use the categories below to find opportunities that match your situation.
Missouri Resident Aid
CCCB participates in the following Missouri programs.
Access Missouri
Award: Up to $2,850/year
Requirements:
- Fill out a FAFSA by the Missouri priority deadline
- Enrolled full-time
View full details and requirements →
Bright Flight
Award: Up to $3,000/year
View full details and requirements →
Regional Scholarships
Scholarships available to students in specific geographic areas.
Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation
Eligibility: High school seniors and existing college students in the Cincinnati area
Alexander Christian Foundation (IN)
Application Window: Opens in September for following academic year
Alexander Christian Foundation (IA)
Contact: acfiowa@gmail.com
Alexander Christian Foundation (FL)
Application Window: Opens in December for following academic year
Alexander Christian Foundation (OR)
Application Window: Opens in December for following academic year
Search for your state's Alexander Christian Foundation for additional opportunities.
Competitive Scholarships (Open to All Students)
These scholarships are available to new and returning students and are based on merit, character, or other criteria.
PNC Student Solution Scholarship Sweepstakes
Award: $2,000 (awarded twice a year)
Eligibility: 18 years or older
Format: Monthly sweepstakes entry
AES Engineering Scholarship
Eligibility: New and returning students
Evaluation: Character-based
Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund Scholarship
Eligibility: Federal employees and their dependents
Legacy Endowment Fund for Preaching Scholarships
Provides tuition assistance to students attending a college founded in the Restoration Movement who are committed to full-time pulpit ministry.
CCCB-Specific Scholarships
Scholarships administered through Central Christian College of the Bible. Contact the Financial Aid Office for applications and deadlines.
Ed & Bonnie Smith Memorial Scholarship
Award: Tuition assistance
Deadline: November 1 for the following fall semester
How to Apply: Visit the Financial Aid Office
Lydia's Closet
How to Apply: Applications available from the Financial Aid Office
Deadline: June 1 for following academic year
Eastern Star Training Awards for Religious Leadership (ESTARL)
How to Apply: Applications available from the Financial Aid Office
Deadlines: June 15 or November 15 for following semester
Abbott & Fenner
Deadline: June 10 for following academic year
Other Sources of Aid
We recommend searching out as many opportunities for aid as you can find! Here are some additional suggestions:
- Your church
- Other churches in your area
- Community groups
- Community businesses
- Your/your parent's employer
- Your/your parent's insurance companies
- Private foundations
Vocational Rehabilitation
For: Students with learning and/or physical disabilities
How to Apply: Search the internet for your region's office to begin the process
AmeriCorps
How to Apply: Start by contacting your AmeriCorps representative
Veteran's Aid
Central Christian College of the Bible is approved for certification of students eligible to receive educational assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). A Veterans Education Certifying Official in the Financial Aid department will be happy to discuss any questions regarding your educational benefits.
Note: The information on this site is based on existing rules and regulations of the Department of Veterans Affairs. New rules and regulations are released by the DVA continually and may supersede the information here. For the most current information, visit gibill.va.gov.
Central students are eligible to receive:
- Chapter 33 (Post-911 benefits)
- Chapter 35 (Dependent benefits)
Scholarship Search Engines
This list of resources may help you in your own research for scholarships to help fund your education:
- My Scholarship Central (Missouri)
- Fast Web
- College Board's Big Future
- CollegeScholarships.org
- My Scholly
⚠️ Beware of Scholarship Scams
Red flags:
- Requests for credit card information for "free" resources
- Guarantees of winning scholarships
- Pressure to apply immediately
Always: Read through all fine print before filling out your personal information. Report scams at studentaid.gov.
Certification of Outside Aid
If you are receiving outside scholarships, Central requires the organization to verify the scholarship, the amount of the award, and when the monies from the scholarship will be sent to Central by filling out the Certification of Outside Scholarship form.
Need Help?
The Financial Aid Office is here to help you navigate your scholarship and aid options. Contact us with any questions about eligibility, application deadlines, or the certification process.