Convocator Information

Overview

The Convocator Scholarship is made possible by the generosity of donors who deeply value religious faith.  It is given to those students who demonstrate the principles of Cal Lutheran's mission, thereby exhibiting confidence in their identity and vocation. A limited number of scholarships will be awarded each year. 

Convocators can nominate prospective students for the Convocator Scholarship from within their faith communities prior to a student's admittance to the university for the upcoming academic year.

Convocators may not nominate family members.

Priority Deadline

March 1st - Submit your student nomination form by this date

How to Nominate a Student

A convocator may nominate a student using the form available below:

NOMINATE A STUDENT

Overview

Cal Lutheran will match gifts from a student's congregation in support of a student enrolled full-time up to $2,500 per academic year through a Congregational Partners in Education (CPE) Scholarship. This scholarship allows congregations of any faith to support students who have demonstrated a commitment to the life and work of their congregation. It also gives the University an opportunity to show its support for students who actively demonstrate their religious convictions.

Priority Deadlines

• August 1st: Fall semester congregation funds should be sent to Cal Lutheran by this date.
• January 1st: Spring semester congregation funds should be sent to Cal Lutheran by this date.

Procedure

1. Have the congregation send the financial support directly to Cal Lutheran and make check payable to:
   • California Lutheran University
     Financial Aid Office
     60 W. Olsen Road, #1375
     Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
2. Along with the check, include a letter that contains:
   • The church's name
   • Pastor's name & contact information
   • Student's name
   • Student's address (if available)

Congregational Guidelines

The governing body of each congregation is responsible for determining the procedure by which the congregation provides for and finances its portion of the scholarship.  Some congregations may decide on a case by case basis, when a request is made by the member who is attending Cal Lutheran.  Others may choose to establish a general scholarship fund, which is designed to support students who meet certain predetermined criteria or even take a special offering on behalf of this member.

Please note that IRS tax code Section 170 (a) states a charitable deduction may not be taken for a contribution from which the donor receives or expects to receive an equal financial or economic benefit, or for personal, living or family expenses.  This would prohibit a relative of a Cal Lutheran student from personally financing the scholarship by making a contribution to the congregation solely for that purpose.

Overview

The ELCA Partners in Ministry scholarship is for unmarried children of clergy who are on the roster of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Clergy.

Procedure

To be considered, students must note on their Application for Admission to California Lutheran University that one (or both) of their parents are on the roster of the ELCA roster.

For more information please have the student contact the Office of Admission.