About WLI

Worship Leader Institute is the ultimate training resource for a cappella song leaders.
This week-long boot camp is ideal for full-time worship ministers looking to increase their effectiveness. This three-year program covers essential skills for a variety of experience levels.

Equip yourself with the tools you need to fulfill your calling!

For more information on WLI, click here.

Scholarship Information

Categories
A limited number of needs-based scholarships are available in each of the following categories:

  • International
  • Hispanic
  • Urban
  • Youth (Ages 18-25)

Required Documents

Scholarship applicants are required to upload the following:

  • A document detailing why they believe they are a good candidate for the scholarship they are applying for
  • Two (2) Reference Letters from elders, ministers, or church leaders
  • A video of themselves leading a song.  This may be in the form of a YouTube link to a service, or if no such video exists, applicants may create a "selfie" video of themselves leading a song.

What does a scholarship cover?

Scholarships cover the tuition for WLI 2025.  Scholarship recipients will be expected to pay a $150 application fee when registering for WLI 2025.

Scholarships DO NOT cover:

  • Travel expenses
  • Lodging
  • Material access (a computer or tablet is needed to access WLI class materials before and during WLI)
  • Credit Card fees collected by the registration software

Apply Soon

A limited number of scholarships are available. The sooner your application is submitted, the greater the chance of being granted a scholarship, so be sure to apply as soon as possible. Scholarship applications will not be accepted after March 31, 2025.

Once a scholarship has been awarded, recipients will be sent instructions for taking advantage of it. They will then have 90 days or until April 7, 2025 (whichever is sooner) to register for WLI and pay the $150 application fee plus administrative fees (about $10).  WLI 2025 applications/registrations will not be accepted after April 7, 2025, regardless of scholarship status.

Important note for Past Students

Scholarships are primarily intended for first-year WLI students. In some cases, second-year scholarships are awarded to those who demonstrate great passion and skill, who may need this financial benefit, and do not otherwise have sponsorship.

Applicant Information

  • This scholarship is for song leaders/worship ministers working outside the United States.

  • This scholarship is intended for those who speak Spanish and minister to Spanish-Speaking or bilingual (Spanish/English) churches.

  • This scholarship is intended for those ministering to churches in urban neighborhoods.

  • This scholarship is available for those aged 18-25 who are currently serving or planning to serve as a worship minister and do not otherwise have the resources to attend.

Scholarship applicants are required to provide a video of themselves leading a song.  This may be a video of a song service at a congregation or a "selfie" style video of the applicant leading a song. Below, please indicate whether you will provide a link to a video on YouTube or upload a video directly to this form.  If you have any questions about this requirement, please email [email protected]

  • I will provide a link to a YouTube or other such video in the space below.

  • I will upload my video file in the space provided below.

• I understand that WLI 2025 will take place from June 7, 2025 through June 14, 2025 in Oklahoma City, OK. As of the time of this application, I believe that I am able to be in Oklahoma City, OK during those dates.
• I understand that scholarship recipients will be required to pay a $150 non-refundable application fee, plus administrative fees of less than $10 when registering for WLI. If I am given a scholarship, I agree to pay these non-refundable fees.
• I understand that scholarships cover tuition only. If granted a scholarship, I will still be responsible for my own travel and lodging expenses, as well as any meals not provided at WLI.
• I understand that there is no guarantee that I will be chosen as a scholarship recipient.
• I understand that once a scholarship is granted, recipients will have 90 days, or until April 7, 2025 (whichever is sooner) to pay the application fee.
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