RVAC Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship Application 2022-2023

RVAC Scholarship Fund for Black Female Students

Provided by Rancocas Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
RVAC Scholarship Application for the 2024 - 2025 school year.

NOTE: Do not use your cell phone to complete this application. Please have the following items available electronically (essay, biographical sketch and/or resume) before starting the application process.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a public service organization, was founded in 1913 at Howard University in Washington D.C. Since 1913, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has been providing service and support to local communities, leading the dialogue on public policy issues, supporting quality education, providing scholarships, sponsoring artistic innovations, creating positive opportunities for the development of our youth and providing new projects to stimulate current and future economic growth.

As an organization of over 350,000 college-educated women, we remain focused on our commitment to sisterhood, scholarship and service. We are organized in over 1000 chapters throughout the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii. We also have chapters in Arabian Gulf, Bermuda, the Bahamas, Germany, London, Seoul, Tokyo, Okinawa, Jamaica, St. Thomas and St. Croix. The Rancocas Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. which serves the greater Rancocas Valley will be awarding this scholarship.

The Rancocas Valley Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Fund for Black Female Students is designed to support high-school aged Black female seniors who are planning to matriculate into a four-year university. The Committee is seeking candidates who have demonstrated leadership ability, a commitment to community service and academic excellence. Applicants must reside in Burlington County.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTION PROCESS
1. The following will be considered:
  
  Scholastic Achievement: Grade Point Average
  
  Class Rank
  
  S.A.T. and /or A.C.T. scores (Score submission is optional )
  
  Demonstrated community service activity
  
  Demonstrated leadership ability as evidenced by positions held or projects developed
  
  Financial Need
2. The Scholarship Committee will review all applications received and then invite selected candidates to participate in an interview.
3. Successful applicants will be notified by the Scholarship Committee no later than May 15, 2025.
4. The recipient of the scholarship must matriculate at a four-year accredited institution in September 2025.
CONDITIONS OF SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
- The selected candidate will be awarded a scholarship in the amount of $4,000 to be disbursed over a four (4) year period.
- The recipient will submit, to the Scholarship Committee, official proof of enrollment as a full-time (12 credit hours) student at an accredited institution of higher learning prior to disbursement of all checks during the four (4) year period after the first year AND an official transcript must be submitted each year by September 30.
- The recipient must maintain at least a 2.5 G.P.A. throughout the four (4) years or risk forfeiture of the scholarship.
- If the recipient is unable to return to college because of illness, the scholarship will be held for two years. If the recipient cannot be located, the scholarship will be held for only one year after which the scholarship will be forfeited.
- All checks will be made payable to the recipient and mailed directly to the recipient when official proof of enrollment and G.P.A. has been received by the Scholarship Committee.
Directions on Application Completion

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1. Basic information

Please fill out the below information.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Age?*
Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com
HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION * Please forward an official high school transcript to Rancocas Valley Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., PO Box 262, Rancocas, NJ 08073-262*
High School Name*
High School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

High School GPA*
Class Rank*
Number of Students in Class:
S.A.T. Score: (Optional)
Reading:
Writing:
Math:
Date Taken

MonthDayYear
Date
A.C.T. Score: (Optional)
Composite score:
Date Taken

MonthDayYear
Date

2. Questionnaire

Please answer the questions to the best of your ability.
List the names of the colleges/ universities to which you have applied:*
No more than five institution names are required.
Please share which college/ university is your top choice and explain why?*
What career do you wish to pursue? Why?*

3. Parent/Guardian Information

Type N/A in fields where there is no information available.
Parent/Guardian #1 Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Occupation*
Employer*
Parent/Guardian #2 Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Occupation*
Employer*

4. Financial Information
What is your total gross family income (Select One)?*
What is the total number of dependents claimed on your 2023 Federal Income Tax Return?*
1040 Tax Return

Please insert below a copy of Page #1 of your 2023 tax return. Please note that this item will be destroyed immediately following the conclusion of the application process. No additional action shall be required on your part. Inclusion of this document is optional however, please note that points are awarded in the scoring process based upon need.
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Type the number of all dependent children, including applicant. Please include those presently attending a college or university:*
Please list all dependent children, naming applicant first. Please include those presently attending a college or university (Note: Type 'Not Applicable' in the Name and College/University field in Name #2 when appropriate. No additional N/A is required after Name #2):
Name 1.*

First NameLast Name
Age
College*
Name 2.

First NameLast Name
Age
College
Name 3.

First NameLast Name
Age
College
Name 4.

First NameLast Name
Age
College

5. Biographical Sketch

Biographical sketch definition - an account of the life and activities of an individual.

Please provide a list of all extracurricular activities including clubs, sports and hobbies, church and civic activities and any honors and awards received during the last four years (grades 9 – 12). Be sure to indicate any offices held. You may list up to four extracurricular activities by grade level in each of the four grade level sections listed below. Upload a biographical sketch in the section immediately below. Type 'Not Applicable' where appropriate.
Student Biographical Sketch*

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9th Grade (List 1 - 4)*
10th Grade (List 1 - 4)*
11th Grade (List 1 - 4)*
12th Grade (List 1 - 4)*

6. Writing Prompt

Please follow the below instructions.
Please respond to the writing prompt listed here. Your response should be no less than 500 words and no more than 750 words.

The ideal candidate for this scholarship must be able to write in a coherent, organized, and structured manner with an eye towards creativity. Your response should include an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.

Candidate proficiencies assessed will include:

Word Count
Grammar
Spelling
Punctuation
Organized and Structured
Concept
Writing Prompt*

Identify three strengths that personify your character and explain how you will utilize those strengths to change the world for the better.
Please label your essay file as such, ApplicantName_Writing Prompt*

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7. Certification
We hereby certify that we have read this application and that it is accurate and complete to the best of our knowledge. We hereby certify that the academic, family, and financial information provided are accurate and represent the candidate presented. We understand the finalist will be expected to attend an interview.
Applicant E-signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Parent/Guardian E-signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Where did you receive this application?*
Name of the person who shared the application with you

First NameLast Name
Email

RVAC Scholarship Fund for Black Female Students

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTION PROCESS

CONDITIONS OF SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

Directions on Application Completion

1. Basic information

2. Questionnaire

3. Parent/Guardian Information

4. Financial Information

1040 Tax Return

6. Writing Prompt

7. Certification

8. Completing the Scholarship Application

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