DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is an organization of college-educated women committed to the constructive development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the Black community. Information about the national organization of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. may be found at www.deltasigmatheta.org. Information about the local chapter, Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter (MCAC), is available at www.mcacdst.org.
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
The Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Program was created to provide financial assistance to students who reside and attend school in Montgomery County, MD, and contribute their skills and talents towards the improvement of the community. The Scholarship Program has the following types of scholarships, which are described below:
1. County-Wide Scholarship
The County-Wide Scholarship was established to provide financial awards to high school students who have excelled in their academics.
2. MCAC Educational Program Scholarship
The MCAC Educational Program Scholarship was established to provide financial awards to high school students who have participated in a MCAC Educational Program for a minimum of two consecutive years.
3. Career/Vocational/Technical Scholarship
The Career/Vocational/Technical Scholarship was established to provide financial awards to individuals who want to advance their education/skill set by enrolling in a career/vocational/technical program. These programs are traditionally described as those that focus on specific vocational skills needed within certain occupations.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Please note that you may apply for more than one scholarship type.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To be considered for a scholarship, a completed application must be submitted. The completed application and all supplemental documents must be uploaded by February 27, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Applications and/or supplemental documents received after February 27th will not be considered. Your completed application package must include the following:
1. Scholarship Application Form
The application form must be signed and dated by both the applicant and parent or guardian.
2. Letter of Recommendation
A letter of recommendation must be written and signed by a teacher or counselor at the applicant’s school. The letter must be on the school’s letterhead and include the length of time the teacher or counselor has known the applicant and in what capacity. Comments should include references to the applicant’s scholastic achievements, maturity, motivation, interpersonal skills, and verbal and written communication skills. It should also include the contact information for the teacher or counselor.
Note: If applying for the MCAC Educational Program Scholarship, this letter must be written by the Chair/official leadership of the MCAC Educational Program in which you participated.
Note: If applying for the Career/Vocational/Technical Scholarship, this letter can be written by an individual of the selected career/vocational/ technical school.The letter of recommendation should be uploaded with the application via the Jotform.
3. Community Service Form
A community service form must be signed by a community service organization representative where the applicant volunteered. The form must include active involvement to benefit the organization and/or community.
4. Transcript/GED Diploma
An official high school transcript or an official General Education Development (GED) Diploma is required.
5. Two Essays
Two separate 300 - 500 word essays on the following topics must be submitted by the applicant.
(a) Community Service Essay
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is an organization committed to public service. What contributions have you made for the betterment of your community through volunteer service? How has your service impacted you? How will you use your further education to impact your community?
(b) Personal Essay Section
• County-Wide Scholarship Applicant:
What are your specific academic and career goals and why? How will obtaining a scholarship and furthering your education help you to achieve your goals?
• MCAC Educational Program Scholarship Applicant:
Explain the personal impact the MCAC Educational Program had on your personal development and academic enrichment.
•Career/Vocational/Technical Scholarship Applicant:
Explain your career goals and what has influenced your career path.
Note: The essays will be evaluated based on content, grammar, and presentation.
6. Individual Digital Color Head Shot Image
Submit a high-resolution, digital color head shot image of the applicant dressed in business or graduation attire. The photo will be used to identify the applicant.
• Include your name in the file name of the photo.
• Provide a signature in the “Photo Release” section of this application to approve use of the photograph, if selected, in the MCAC announcement of scholarship winners and featured in a scholarship brochure, video, social media accounts or the MCAC website.
Please note all information in the application is confidential. Once submitted, the application becomes the property of the Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
The MCAC Scholarship Committee will review all completed applications submitted electronically by February 27, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Applicants selected to continue in the process will receive correspondence from the Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship finalists must participate in an interview to receive further consideration. Award recipients will be notified in April 2026.
If there are any questions or concerns, please contact the Scholarship Committee via email at scholarship@mcacdst.org or by phone at (240) 491-0275.
APPLICANT SECTION
Personal Information
Please fill in all information in this section.
Name of Student (Last, First, Middle Initial)
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Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY)
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Permanent Address
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City
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State
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Zip Code
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Home Telephone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Cell Phone Number
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Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address
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example@example.com
Name of Parent(s)/Guardian(s)
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School Information
Name of High School
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City
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State
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Zip Code
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School Counselor’s Name
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Counselor’s Phone Number
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Expected Graduation Date (MM/DD/YYYY)
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Cumulative GPA
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GED Graduation Date (MM/DD/YYYY)
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Cumulative GPA
SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION
Please select scholarship(s) of interest.
Which scholarship are you applying for?
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County-Wide Scholarship MCAC
Educational Program Scholarship
Career/Vocational/Technical Scholarship
COUNTY-WIDE/MCAC EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS
COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
List all colleges/universities to which you have applied. Place an asterisk next to the colleges/universities where you have been accepted.
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College/University
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List all colleges/universities to which you have applied. Please indicate which colleges/universities where you have been accepted.
Please provide professional and/or extracurricular activity details
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Intended Major/Career Interest
CAREER/VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS
CAREER/VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL
List all career/vocational/technical training schools to which you have applied. Place an asterisk next to the schools where you have been accepted.
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Career/Vocational/Technical Training School
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List all career/vocational/technical training schools to which you have applied. Please indicate which colleges/universities where you have been accepted.
Indicate the Career/Vocational/Technical Interest
PROFESSIONAL AND/OR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Please provide professional and/or extracurricular activity details.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
Please upload your completed and signed community service form.
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APPLICANT’S CHECKLIST
Please have the following documents available for uploading: (1) letter of recommendation; (2) an official high school transcript OR an official General Education Development (GED) diploma image; (3) community service essay; (4) personal essay; and (5) digital color head shot image.
Letter of Recommendation
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Official high school transcript OR official General Education Development (GED) diploma image
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Community Service Essay
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Personal Essay
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Digital Color Head Shots Image
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PHOTO RELEASE
As the parent/guardian of the applicant, I give permission to the Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to use photographs of my child/ward in their publications, internet website, social media platforms, and other promotions to educate the public and solicit support for their programs. I will hold harmless and indemnify MCAC from any and all liability that may arise from the use of the photographs and for the purposes stated.
Parent/Guardian’s Signature
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Parent/Guardian’s Email Address
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CERTIFICATION
By the signature below, you affirm all information you provided is true, complete (to the best of your knowledge) and you are not the parent, child, or sibling of a member of the Montgomery County (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Submission of inaccurate or incomplete information will result in disqualification or forfeiture of any award.
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