Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Theta Chi Omega Chapter Scholarship Application

Dear Scholarship Applicant: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Theta Chi Omega Chapter is pleased to offer scholarships to high school students residing in Kent County. The scholarship offer is also extended to college students with a Michigan residence, but attending any college or university. We invite eligible students to complete this application no later than Sunday, April 6th, 2025, by 11:59 pm.

Levels of Awards:
- High School Students 9th-11th: Tuition support of $250 minimum for summer academic, music, technology, arts, educational travel programs/camps.
- Graduating High School Seniors: Up to $1,500
- College Students: Up to $1,500
Eligibility
- 9th-12th grade students residing in Kent County with a min. 2.75 cumulative GPA.
- Evidence of contribution to the school/community
- Acceptance to a tuition-based academic/arts/travel summer program (9th-11th grade); Acceptance to a 2-year, 4-year college or university or career and technical education program (graduating senior), or enlistment in a branch of the military.
- College applicants must submit a Fall 2025 semester schedule (full time status as defined by the attending college/university), and a current transcript indicating a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Required Materials Checklist:
- Completed application
- High school transcript / college transcript
- A copy of your acceptance to higher education institution/summer academic or arts program brochure (high school)
- College/university full-time course schedule for Fall 2025 (as defined by the attending institution)
- A typed essay of no more than 750 words on the prompt below
Prompt:

Self-improvement is a lifelong journey that involves growth, learning, and the courage to face challenges. In your essay, describe a time in your life when you actively worked to improve yourself. This could relate to your academic performance, personal skills, emotional intelligence, or any area where you sought to become a better version of yourself.
- What motivated you to make this change?
- What specific actions did you take to improve?
- How did these efforts impact your life and future goals?
- What lessons did you learn throughout the process, and how will you apply them moving forward?
Please reflect on your personal journey, the obstacles you faced, and how you plan to continue striving for self-improvement in the future. Your essay should be no more than 750 words.

Submission & Deadline.

Completed application with required materials must be submitted by Sunday, April 6, 2025 by 11:59 pm.
Essay Submission*

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Current Photo*

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High School Transcript / College Transcript *

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APPLICANT INFORMATION:
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Best Phone #:*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Email Address:*
example@example.com
Guardian: (High school only)

First NameLast Name
Guardian #2: (High school only)

First NameLast Name
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION

(*9th-grade students may use middle school history, college Freshman can use high school history)
Leadership roles held in the last three (3) academic years
Honors and awards received during the past three (3) academic years
Extracurricular activities
(During and after school) and community service activities. Please include participation in any activities and events sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Theta Chi Omega Chapter. e.g., #CAP Program, Fashionetta® Debutante/Escort, Ivylettes/Rosette Program or events, AKA-sponsored community service events, or other community service events.

GRADUATING SENIOR APPLICANTS ONLY
Current Resume:

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Acceptance Letter:

2-year, 4-year college or university or career and technical education program, or enlistment in a branch of the military
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High School
Graduation Date:

MonthDayYear
Date
Cum GPA:
Which institution are you most likely to attend?
Major or Field of Study:
List your intended major or field of study. Indicate “Undecided” if no area has been chosen.
School or Principal Name/Phone #:

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT APPLICANTS ONLY
Current Resume:

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Acceptance Letter:

Tuition-based academic/arts/travel summer program
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High School:
Grade:
Cum GPA:
Anticipated Graduation Date:
Summer Program Name:
Program Date (s):
Sponsoring Institution:
Website:
Tuition/Cost:
Please provide a brief description of the summer program.
YesNoMaybe
If you answered yes or maybe, please explain:

College Student Applicants Only
Current Resume:

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Fall 2025 Semester Schedule:

Full time status as defined by the attending college / university
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Major:
Minor:
Any completed internships or field experiences:
Enlistment in any branch of the military:
Should be Empty:

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION

GRADUATING SENIOR APPLICANTS ONLY

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT APPLICANTS ONLY

College Student Applicants Only