Iota Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Iota Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

2026 Scholarships
Deadline: April 4, 2026

Submit the official application and all required materials through the online application process. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be considered.

Dr. Elizabeth J. Johnson Financial Assistance Scholarship

Dr. Johnson was a native of Columbus, Ohio and earned her bachelor's degree from Florida A&M University, her Masters degree in Business from Boston University, and her Doctorate in Psychology of Education from the University of Virginia. Dr. Johnson was a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and Past Basileus of the Iota Sigma Chapter. Dr. Elizabeth J. Johnson served as the Director of the Virignia Union University Continuing Education and Adult Education Division.
Dr. Jocelyn G. Henry-Whitehead Academic Scholarship

Dr. Henry-Whitehead is a Baltimore, MD native and recieved a Bachelor of Science degree and Post Master's Certificcate in Education from Virginia Commonweatlh University along with a Masters degree, Educational Specialist and Doctorate in Higher Education from The College of William and Mary. Dr. Henry-Whitehead is a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Dr. Jocelyn Henry-Whitehead has served as a Baltimore City Police Officer, a Corporate Trainer, Museum Educator, Music Teacher, an Assistant Principal, Head Start Director, and an Adjunct Professor.

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA

1. Requirements:
- Applicants must reside in the Richmond Metropolitan area and attend a high school in the City of Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico, or Hanover Counties
- Applicants must be a graduating senior
- Applicants must be a minority female
- Applicant must have a cummlative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (Dr. Jocelyn G. Henry-Whitehead Academic Scholarship ) or a 2.5 or higher (Dr. Elizabeth J. Johnson Financial Assistance Scholarship )
- Applicant must be accepted to a full-time study at an accredited four-year college or university and provide proof of acceptance
2. Application packets will not be considered unless they are complete. A complete application packet consist of:
- Official copy of current high school transcript (uploaded or emailed to scholarshipis1935sgrho@gmail.com)
- Academic resume with clubs and activities
- One passport size photo attached
- Copy of college/university accpetance letter
- Two letters of recommendation from an adult (NO family members)
  - One from a teacher/ school counselor/ school administrator
  - One from a community member
- Applicant profile form
- Applicant package checklist
- Applicants completing the Dr. Jocelyn G. Henry-Whitehead Academic Scholarship- Please choose between the two essays below. Make sure the essay has 750-word (minimum), type written, double spaced and 12 point font.
  - To what extent should governments regulate artificial intelligence? Or
  - Explain the impact of climate change on global agricultural production.
- Applicants completing the Dr. Elizabeth J. Johnson Financial Assistance Scholarship-Please choose between the two essays below. Make sure the essay has 750-word (minimum), type written, double spaced, 12 point font.
  - How has your financial situation shaped your educational journey? Or
  - How would receiving financial assistance help you achieve your career goals?
3. Further Information:
- Scholarships will be delivered directly to the university/ college upon accpetance of the scholarship
- Please have transcripts sent to: scholarshipis1935sgrho@gmail.com
- DEADLINE: This application will be closed at 11:59pm on April 4, 2026
Please select a scholarship- *Applicant can only apply for one scholarship.

Part I: Applicant Information

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Part II: Parent/ Guardian Information

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Part III: Education

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Current High School*
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Applicants completing the Dr. Jocelyn G. Henry-Whitehead Academic Scholarship-Please choose one essay below.
Applicants completing the Dr. Elizabeth J. Johnson Financial Assistance Scholarship-Please choose one essay below.
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Colleges and Universities
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References

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Certification

I hereby confirm that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. By submitting this application I am aware of the eligibility for this scholarship means I identify as a minority, female, senior enrolled in a high school located in the Metro Richmond and surrounding areas (Chesterfield, Hanover, and/or Henrico).
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Iota Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Part I: Applicant Information

Part II: Parent/ Guardian Information

Part III: Education

Colleges and Universities

References

Certification