Nu Lambda Chapter Scholarship Application

2026 Nu Lambda Chapter Scholarship Application (Virginia High Schools only)

Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026 (by 11:59 pm EST) - Incomplete applications will not be considered.

*READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH APPLICATION*

The brothers of the Nu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. invite young high school men and women from the Class of 2026 to apply for our $1,000 academic scholarship for the 2026-2027 year.

Class of 2026 graduates from the local high schools listed below are strongly encouraged to apply:

Appomattox Regional Governor's School (ARGS-Petersburg)
Colonial Heights High School
Dinwiddie High School
Hopewell High School
Matoaca High School
Petersburg High School
Prince George High School
Surry County High School
Sussex Central High School

*If the applicant is NOT from any of the high schools listed above, they must select Other from the drop-down list and type their school name in the appropriate box. Students from other Virginia high schools are welcomed to apply.

*STUDENTS FROM ALL VIRGINIA-BASED HIGH SCHOOLS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY*

Basic criteria include the following:

Incoming full-time freshman at Virginia State University (VSU) or Virginia Union University (VUU) during the 2026-2027 academic year;
A 3.0 or higher grade point average on a 4.0 scale;
College Preparatory Curriculum;
SAT score of 800 or higher which includes Critical Reading and Mathematics area;
an TYPED essay of 200–250 words describing past and current experiences and future goals regarding academic achievement, leadership and community service; and
TWO letters of recommendation (one should be from a teacher and the other can be from a counselor, administrator, coach, employer, etc.). Both recommendations must be TYPED. Handwritten recommendations submitted as part of the completed application materials will not be accepted or considered.

The complete application package must be submitted by the deadline (11:59pm on Friday, April 17, 2026)

The scholarship is annually renewable for up to three additional years for a possible total value of $4,000. To renew the scholarship during subsequent academic years, the recipient must do the following:

matriculate (attend) full-time;
maintain good academic standing/satisfactory progress at VSU or VUU with a 3.0 or higher GPA; and
show evidence of end-of-semester grades (transcript) in order to have scholarship funds deposited into their student account at school. If the student does not show evidence of satisfactory grades at the end of the semester, they will forfeit their scholarship.

The breakdown of scholarshp funds is below (based on if the student is enrolled full-time at VSU or VUU for 4 years and fulfills GPA requirements)

SEMESTER	AMOUNT EARNED
Fall 2026	$500
Spring 2027	$500
Fall 2027	$500
Spring 2028	$500
Fall 2028	$500
Spring 2029	$500
Fall 2029	$500
Spring 2030	$500

Applicants are encouraged to attend the Financial Aid Workshop at their high school if the event takes place.

A complete Nu Lambda Chapter Scholarship Application package consists of:

Online Scholarship Application Form
Student’s Essay (must be TYPED and uploaded in Word or PDF format)
Two Letters of Recommendation
- one must be from a teacher;
- other recommendation can be from a school counselor, coach, manager at work, or someone that can really attest to your qualities.
- both recommendations must be TYPED and uploaded in Word or PDF format.
Scholarship Criteria Verification Form
- completed by a school Guidance Counselor;
  - applicant can download the form by clicking the Download button below;
  - once completed, form must be uploaded with application package.

Scholarship Application Form
Name*

First NameLast Name
HS Student ID Number*
ID Number will be verified by Scholarship Committee
Date of Birth *

MonthDayYear
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Home Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Cell Number*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail*
Parent or Guardian Names*
High School*
If other, type name of HS
School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Academic Achievements*
Include honor roll awards, certificates of achievements, honor societies, etc. If none, type None.
Extracurricular Activities*
Include participation in athletics, clubs/organizations, community service/volunteer events. If none, type None.
College/University attending in Fall 2026*
Cumulative Unweighted GPA *
GPA on a 4.0 scale
Anticipated Major of Study *
Signature*

Clear
Today's Date*

MonthDayYear
Date

Essay

Please upload your essay here (Word Document or PDF)
Applicants must submit an essay of 200–250 words describing past and current experiences and future goals regarding academic achievement, leadership and community service.

Essay must be typed, double-spaced, Times New Roman, and 12-point font size.
Essay*

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Recommendations

Please upload your recommendations here (Word Document or PDF). Both recommendations must be TYPED. Handwritten recommendations will not be accepted or considered.
Recommendation #1 (Teacher)*

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Recommendation #2 (Other Professional)

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Scholarship Criteria Verification Form

Please upload your completed Scholarship Criteria Verification Form
Scholarship Criteria Verification Form
1. Download the verification form by clicking the link below:
  Scholarship Criteria Verification Form
2. The form must be completed by a school Guidance Counselor;
3. Once completed, applicant must retrieve form from school Guidance Counselor and upload it with the additional application materials.
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*CERTIFICATION*

In submitting this application package, I hereby certify that:
1. I am in need of this scholarship aid as set forth in this application.
2. I understand that the Nu Lambda Chapter will pay the scholarship funds directly to my educational institution and that only tuition for full-time credit courses and/or campus housing will be paid.
3. I agree to provide the Nu Lambda Chapter with a copy of my tuition bill with my student ID/account number and my transcript at the beginning of each scholarship term.
4. I understand that this scholarship will not be retained if my cumulative GPA falls below 3.0.
5. I hereby certify that all of the information I have provided within the entire scholarship application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if any information submitted with the scholarship application is determined to be false or misleading (including any omission of material information), I will be disqualified from consideration for the scholarship.
6. Finally, I give consent to allow the Nu Lambda Chapter to use a photograph (or other likeness), as well as personal information about me (family, name, hometown, etc.), or statements for publicity purposes, which may include, but is not limited to, publication in newspapers, brochures, catalogs and the Nu Lambda Chapter website and social media platforms.
**Please remember that partial applications will not be considered**
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2026 Nu Lambda Chapter Scholarship Application (Virginia High Schools only)

Scholarship Application Form

Essay

Recommendations

Scholarship Criteria Verification Form