Published: 10 Mar 2026 404 views
Established by siblings Fred W. and Florence J. Rissing, this fund assists students who plan to prepare for professional leadership in the Lutheran church, and may be awarded to students who express interest in ministry in any of its forms. Rissing Scholarships of up to $5,000 are renewable annually, subject to maintenance of a grade-point average of 2.5 or above and evidence of continuing commitment to professional leadership in the Lutheran church.
f up to $5,000 are renewable annually
subject to maintenance of a grade-point average of 2.5 or above and evidence of continuing commitment to professional leadership in the Lutheran church.
The applicant must have an interest in professional leadership in the church, be it in rostered ministry, music ministry, outdoor ministry, religious education, theology, social ministry, missionary service or other church-related vocations. • The applicant must be a member in good standing of a Lutheran congregation. • The applicant must demonstrate a proven academic record. • Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.
Candidates for the Rissing Scholarship must: 1. Complete the Augustana College admission and financial aid application process. 2. Submit one letter of reference from a Lutheran pastor or other congregational leader. 3. Submit the Rissing Scholarship application form to the Office of Financial Aid.
For more details, visit Fred W. and Florence J. Scholarship Webpage
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