The Women of Color Scholars Program is designated for those who were born of at least one African, Black, Hispanic, Asian, or Native American parent. Applicants must be pursuing a Ph.D. or Th.D. within the field of religious studies and aspire to serve on the faculty or in an executive administrative position at a UM-related theological school. Applicants must also have a minimum of three years of membership in the UMC. The GBHEM scholarship application opens in January of each year.