If you are a high school graduating senior and live in the  toll-free  calling  area   of Des Moines and Boone,  Iowa,  you  are  eligible  to  apply  for  this  scholarship. To be considered, you MUST do all of the following: 

1. Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
2. Submit an application online or print the application and submit a typed application via the U.S. postal service.
3. Submit two (2) letters of reference from individuals who are not  relatives.

   At least one letter of reference must be from a current or former teacher.
   Letters should include specifics on the student's academic performance, how they adapt socially and their overall attitude about school and their future

4. Submit an OFFICIAL copy of your high school transcript from the registrar.
5. Copies WILL NOT be accepted if they state “Issued to the student.” The transcript  should  identify  your  African American or Black heritage.
6. Submit a typed one page essay discussing your future plans and why you feel you deserve the Helen Lemme Scholarship. The essay should be 1 page. Essays should be typed using Times New Roman, 12-point font, and double spaced.
7. Submit a recent photograph along with the consent to publish.
8. Participate in a ZOOM interview.

If you submit your application via mail, you can mail your essay, transcript, and letters of reference to the address listed below.

You will receive a confirmation email once all parts of your application are received.

Des Moines Alumnae Chapter

Scholarship Committee Attn: Maria J. Barnes

P.O. Box 4706

Des Moines, IA 50305

The application packet must be submitted online or postmarked on or before April 23, 2023

 

For additional information, contact Maria J. Barnes at dsmdstscholarships@gmail.com

Only High School SENIORS Are Eligbile

Essay

The essay should be 1 page explaining your future plans and why you deserve the Helen Lemme Scholarship. Essays should be typed using Times New Roman, 12-point font and double spaced

College Plans

Name of institution(s) to which you are applying, applied or are attending.

Name of other financial assistance for which you have made application

 

Family Financial Assistance:

Please list names and addresses of two (2) references

One must be a current or former teacher (not related)

Reference #1 - Current or Past Teacher

Reference #2 - Employer, Mentor, Pastor, Family Friend, Teacher

* Income must be included for application to be considered

 

Information in this application is confidential and shared only with

members of the Scholarship Committee.

Application Check-List

Completed applications must be submitted online or postmarked by April 23, 2023.

 Contact Maria J. Barnes at dsmdstscholarships@gmail.com. If you have not received a confirmation email one (1) week after submitting your complete application.

NOTE: Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Thank you for your interest in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s Helen Lemme Scholarship