Olive Branch Church · Seva Scholarship Programme
Olive Branch Seva Scholarship 2024
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2024 · 555+ Participants · NPR 10,00,000
About
Olive Branch Seva Scholarship
The Olive Branch Seva Scholarship is awarded to one student annually who has built a genuine record of community service — verified, sustained, and reflected in how they speak about their future.
The scholarship is transferred in full to the recipient's institution upon enrolment confirmation, covering tuition and academic costs. It is not paid to the individual.
A new component was introduced in 2024: past scholarship recipients now serve as mentors to current applicants, connecting the programme's growing network of alumni across different years of study.
Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- Students who are confirmed to enter a recognised college or university within the current academic year
- Students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at any stage
- Applicants must be residents of Pokhara or Gandaki Province, or active members of Olive Branch Church
- Applicants must have completed a minimum of 20 verified hours of community service in the preceding 12 months
- One application per student per year
- Previous recipients are not eligible to apply again
Criteria
Selection Criteria
Each application is reviewed by a panel of church leaders, educators, and community representatives. Applicants are assessed across the following areas:
Community Service
Verified hours and quality of community service, volunteering, or social work
25%
Academic Standing
Evidence of academic effort and progress — entering students provide school records; enrolled students provide college transcripts
25%
Statement of Purpose
A personal statement (400–800 words) on how the applicant's education will serve their community
30%
Character Reference
Two references from community members, teachers, or religious leaders
20%
Key Dates
Timeline
Mar 30, 2024
Applications Open
Application forms available at the church office and distributed through partner schools and colleges
Apr 27, 2024
Submissions Close
All applications, supporting documents, and references must be submitted
Jun 14, 2024
Shortlist Interviews
Shortlisted applicants are invited for a brief conversation with the selection panel
Jun 28, 2024
Recipient Announced
Announced at Sunday service and posted on the church notice board. Scholarship transferred to institution within 30 days