2026 High School Scholarship Application Form

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®
Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter
2026 Scholarship Application

Introduction
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, founded in 1908, is the oldest Greek-lettered organization for African American women. Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter, founded in Nashville, Tennessee in 1975, is one of many chapters under the sorority's international umbrella with more than 250,000 members worldwide.

Locally, Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter has been a beacon of hope, change and promise for those in the greater Nashville community. By exhibiting the founding principles of excellence, unity, friendship, and service to all mankind, Kappa Lambda Omega members have been blessed to serve this community by giving back to those who are less fortunate and investing in our future leaders. Each year, we proudly sponsor scholarships for deserving, young African American women or women of African descent who aspire to pursue a college degree.

This year, Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter presents five categories of scholarships in support of the 2026 scholarship program:
- General Chapter Scholarship – awarded in the amount of $1,200 to a graduating high school senior attending any four (4) year accredited college, university or two (2) year community college.
- Lillian Dunn Thomas Scholarship - awarded in the amount of $1,500 to a graduating high school senior attending Fisk University or Tennessee State University.
- Donzaleigh Patterson Scholarship – awarded in the amount of $1,500 to a graduating high school senior attending Tennessee State University.
- The Mary B. Conner Scholarship – awarded in the amount of $1,200 to an undergraduate member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Pi Chapter at Fisk University or Upsilon Eta Chapter at Belmont University.
- The Elease Jolley Scholarship – awarded in the amount of $1,200 to an undergraduate member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Pi Chapter at Fisk University.
The Lillian Dunn Thomas and Donzaleigh Patterson scholarships are provided in honor of two members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® who were instrumental in the chartering of Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter.

The Mary B. Conner and Elease Jolley scholarships are provided in honor of two members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® who are instrumental in Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter. Both members have served the organization in various roles, Mary B. Conner served as the 25th South Eastern Region Director. Elease Jolley served as the Chairman for the 75th South Eastern Regional Conference.

Submitter Type
Please select the submitter type that best describes you, so that we may direct you to the appropriate scholarship criteria and application.*

High School Scholarship Criteria
High school applicants must meet the following criteria and application procedures listed below to be considered for a 2026 scholarship award.

The Applicant must:
- Be enrolled as a full-time high school senior.
- Have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of an unweighted 2.5 or above.
- Be an African American female or a female of African descent.
- Indicate a financial need to attend college or university.
- Plan to attend a four-year accredited college or university, or two-year college.
- Be a Resident of Middle Tennessee.

High School Application Process
Applicants are encouraged to use the checklist below to ensure all criteria are met prior to submitting the application packet. Additionally, Kappa Lambda Omega chapter members and their family members are not eligible for scholarships.

The Applicant must submit the following materials:

1. Completed application through this form.

2. Typed 500-word Essay addressing one of the 2026 essay topics.

a. Applicants may either type their essay directly on this form or upload a completed essay through this form.

3. Counselor Evaluation Form.

a. The Counselor Evaluation Form is included with this application and should be filled out, signed, and submitted by your high school counselor.

4. Official High School Transcript (including ACT/SAT test scores).

a. Your high school counselor should submit and upload your official high school transcript, including your ACT/SAT scores, on the Counselor Evaluation Form.

5. Two typed letters of recommendation (excluding family members).

a. Letters from Teachers, Mentors and Community/Religious Leaders are recommended.

b. Letters should be submitted by the individual recommender via email to scholarship@kappalambdaomega.com.

6. Applicants selected may be asked to participate in an interview.

a. The Scholarship Committee will work to the extent possible to accommodate the schedules of both the applicants and the interviewers. Business attire is required.

ALL APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS MUST BE "RECEIVED ELECTRONICALLY" BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE OF JANUARY 30, 2026.

Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

Scholarship Selection Committee
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter

Undergraduate Scholarship Criteria
Undergraduate applicants must meet the following criteria and application procedures listed below to be considered for a 2026 scholarship award.

The Mary B. Conner Scholarship
- Be enrolled as a full-time student at Fisk University or Belmont University.
- Be a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Pi Chapter or Upsilon Eta Chapter.
- Have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of an unweighted 2.75 or above.
- Indicate a financial need.
The Elease Jolley Scholarship
- Be enrolled as a full-time student at Fisk University.
- Be a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Pi Chapter.
- Have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of an unweighted 2.75 or above.
- Indicate a financial need.

Undergraduate Application Process
Applicants are encouraged to use the checklist below to ensure all criteria are met prior to submitting the application packet. Additionally, Kappa Lambda Omega chapter members and their family members are not eligible for scholarships.

The Applicant must submit the following materials:

1. Completed application through this form.

2. Typed 500-word Essay addressing one of the 2026 essay topics.

a. Applicants may either type their essay directly on this form or upload a completed essay through this form.

3. Official College Transcript.

a. Your official college transcript should be submitted directly from the college via email to scholarship@kappalambdaomega.com.

4. Two typed letters of recommendation (excluding family members).

a. Letters from Professors, Mentors and Community/Religious Leaders are recommended.

b. Letters should be submitted by the individual recommender via email to scholarship@kappalambdaomega.com.

5. Applicants selected may be asked to participate in an interview.

a. The Scholarship Committee will work to the extent possible to accommodate the schedules of both the applicants and the interviewers. Business attire is required.

ALL APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS MUST BE "RECEIVED ELECTRONICALLY" BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE OF JANUARY 30, 2026.

Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

Scholarship Selection Committee
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter

High School Applicant Information
Applicant's Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Street Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Home Telephone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email Address*
example@example.com
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Telephone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian Email Address*
example@example.com
Preferred Method of Contact*

Email and Text of ApplicantEmail and Text of Parent/GuardianApplicant TelephoneParent/Guardian TelephoneContact through all means

Undergraduate Applicant Information
Applicant's Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Street Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Home Telephone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email Address*
example@example.com
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Preferred Method of Contact*

Email and Text of ApplicantApplicant TelephoneContact through all means

Educational Information
Name of School Currently Attending*
What major(s) or career(s) are you pursuing and/or interested in?*

HONORS RECEIVED. List up to 5 school and community honors you have received. List in descending order of significance, with the first honor being the most important and the last honor being the least important. Other honors can be included on your resume if additional space is needed.*

	Name	Year(s) Received
Honor 1
Honor 2
Honor 3
Honor 4
Honor 5

SCHOOL ACTIVITIES. List up to 5 school activities in which you participate. Please also include the year(s) of participation and any offices held. List in descending order of significance, with the first activity being the most important and the last activity being the least important. Other school activities can be included on your resume if additional space is needed.*

	Name	Years of Participation	Position/Role(s)
Activity 1
Activity 2
Activity 3
Activity 4
Activity 5

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES. List up to 5 community activities in which you participate. Please also include the year(s) of participation and any offices held. List in descending order of significance, with the first activity being the most important and the last activity being the least important. Other community activities can be included on your resume if additional space is needed.*

	Name	Years of Participation	Position/Role(s)
Activity 1
Activity 2
Activity 3
Activity 4
Activity 5

CHURCH/RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION ACTIVITIES. List up to 5 church/religious organization activities in which you participate. Please also include the year(s) of participation and any offices held. List in descending order of significance, with the first activity being the most important and the last activity being the least important. Other church/religious activities can be included on your resume if additional space is needed.*

	Name	Years of Participation	Position/Role(s)
Activity 1
Activity 2
Activity 3
Activity 4
Activity 5

Household Information
Total Number of People in Household*
Total Number of Dependent Children in Household*
Total Annual Combined Family Income*

Less than $20,000$30,000 - $39,000$40,000 - $49,000$50,000 - $59,000$60,000 - $69,000$70,000-79,000$80,000 or more
Are you currently employed?*

YesNo

Please list where you are employed, your job title, and how many hours you work per week.

	Name of Job	Job Title	Hours Worked Per Week
Employment
Employment

Other Information

High School Applicants Only
If you currently attend a private high school, are you on a scholarship or do you receive financial aid in order to attend?*

YesNoI do not attend private school
What college or university do you plan to attend?*
Have you applied to your intended college/university?*

YesNoI am in the process of applying
If you have applied to your intended college/university, have you received a letter of admittance/acceptance?*

YesNoI have not applied yet

High School Personal Statement/ Essay
In 500 words and in essay format, please discuss one of the following topics.

Please also include your full name at the top of any essay submitted.
- What do you believe is the most challenging aspect of attending college
  for you? What preparations have you put in place to overcome this
  challenge or challenges?
- How has your family background influenced the way you view the world?
- What do you consider to be an issue of personal, local, national, or international concern and what is its importance to you?
- Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you.
- What activities (academic, athletic, cultural, community-related, occupational, etc.) do you participate in that most build and reflect your character?
Which essay topic will you be responding to?*

What do you believe is the most challenging aspect of attending college for you? What preparations have you put in place to overcome this challenge or challenges?How has your family background influenced the way you view the world?What do you consider to be an issue of personal, local, national, orinternational concern and what is its importance to you?Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken,or ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you.What activities (academic, athletic, cultural, community-related,occupational, etc.) do you participate in that most build and reflect yourcharacter?
Would you like to type your essay response directly on the application page or upload a copy of your essay for consideration?*

I would like to type my essay directly on the application page.I would like to upload a copy of my essay to be considered.
In 500 words and in essay format, please discuss the essay topic you selected above. Please also include your full name at the top of the submission.*

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Essay File Upload*

Please include your full name at the top of any essay submission.
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Undergraduate Personal Statement/Essay
In 500 words and in essay format, please discuss one of the following topics.

Please also include your full name at the top of any essay submitted.
- Summarize and explain your life experiences and/or challenges that
  have impacted your perspective on your college education
  experience.
- Articulate your educational and career aspirations, while considering, your ability to complete and achieve these goals. Please describe the steps that you are taking or have taken to achieve said goals.
- Describe your volunteer or community experience with (for example, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, church, research activities, and other campus opportunities) and any internships that you have held.
Which essay topic will you be responding to?*

Summarize and explain your life experiences and/or challenges that have impacted your perspective on your college education experience.Articulate your educational and career aspirations, while considering, your ability to complete and achieve these goals. Please describe the steps that you are taking or have taken to achieve said goals.Describe your volunteer or community experience with (for example, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, church, research activities, and other campus opportunities) and any internships that you have held.
Would you like to type your essay response directly on the application page or upload a copy of your essay for consideration?*

I would like to type my essay directly on the application page.I would like to upload a copy of my essay to be considered.
In 500 words and in essay format, please discuss the essay topic you selected above. Please also include your full name at the top of the submission.*

Essay (no more than 500 words)0/500
Essay File Upload*

Please include your full name at the top of any essay submission.
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Attestation
I verify that the information provided in this application is accurate. Further, I understand that I will be disqualified should any information be found false or if the application is incomplete. I understand an in-person interview may be required to complete the application process and if so, attendance is mandatory. I also understand if I am awarded a scholarship, I must provide proof of enrollment to receive this financial assistance. It is my understanding, if I am awarded either scholarship and fail to meet any requirements of the scholarship (such as not being enrolled at the University, as applicable), my scholarship award will be rescinded. I acknowledge these statements and agree to electronic signature.
Applicant's Signature*

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High School Counselor Evaluation Form
High school counselors will need to fill out a "Counselor Evaluation Form" and upload an official high school transcript in order for any high school scholarship application to be processed.
High School Student's Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Name of High School Student Currently Attends*
Counselor's Name*

First NameLast Name
Counselor's Official Job Title*
Job Title
Counselor's Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Applicant's High School Curriculum*

Academic (College Preparatory)HonorsGeneralOther
Cumulative GPA (4.0 scale)*
ACT or SAT Score*
Please upload the applicant's official high school transcript, which should include the applicant’s ACT or SAT score.*

High School Transcript
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Please indicate any factors that may have contributed to the applicant's ability to achieve her educational goals (i.e., unusual personal or family circumstances, financial need, special talents, or abilities).*

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Please include any additional information about the applicant you'd like to be considered.*

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Counselor's Signature*

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Next Steps
Please make note of next steps as it pertains to the scholarship review process:

1. All applications and materials must be electronically received by the application deadline of January 30, 2026. Incomplete and late application packets will not be considered.

2. Please remember to submit the other materials required, in addition to this application form submission. All such materials must also be submitted by the application deadline of January 30, 2026, or your application will not be considered.:

a. Two typed letters of recommendation (excluding family members). Letters from Teachers, Mentors and Community/Religious Leaders are recommended. Letters should be submitted by the individual recommender via email to scholarship@kappalambdaomega.com.

b. Counselor Evaluation Form (High School Applicants Only).

For high school applicants: the Counselor Evaluation Form is included with this application and should be filled out, signed, and submitted by your high school counselor.

c. Official School Transcripts:

For high school applicants: your high school counselor should submit and upload your official high school transcript, including your ACT/SAT scores, on the Counselor Evaluation Form.

For undergraduate applicants: your official college transcript should be submitted directly from the college via email to scholarship@kappalambdaomega.com.

2. If your scholarship application and materials are received by the deadline, it will be reviewed for scholarship consideration.

3. Applicants selected may be asked to participate in an interview. The Scholarship Committee will work to the extent possible to accommodate the schedules of both the applicant and the interviewers.

4. Applicants will be scored during the interview phase (if applicable) in accordance with the scholarship criteria.

5. Once the interview phase (if applicable) has been completed, the Scholarship Committee will convene to select the scholarship recipients.

6. Applicants will be notified on the status of their application upon the decision of the Scholarship Committee.
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	Name	Amount	Applied or Received
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter2026 Scholarship Application

Introduction

Submitter Type

High School Scholarship Criteria

High School Application Process

Undergraduate Scholarship Criteria

Undergraduate Application Process

High School Applicant Information

Undergraduate Applicant Information

Educational Information

Household Information

Other Information

Financial Need

High School Personal Statement/ Essay

Undergraduate Personal Statement/Essay

Attestation

High School Counselor Evaluation Form

Next Steps

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®
Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter
2026 Scholarship Application