2026 HMAC Graduate Student Scholarship Application

2026 Graduate Student Scholarship Application
The Houston Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., invites qualified graduate students to apply for our Reisha Beaty Ferrier T.O.R.C.H. Bearer Scholarship. The deadline to apply for this one-time award is 11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026. Questions may be addressed to scholarships@hmacdelta.org.

Eligibility
- Be an African American male or female graduate student at any accredited college or university
- Be currently enrolled within the first three years of a graduate degree program
- Must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program that culminates in the attainment of a master’s, professional, or doctoral degree.
- 350-500 word personal statement
Notes:
- For upcoming scholarship workshops and events hosted by the Scholarship Committee visit: https://linktr.ee/HMACDST
- Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated are not eligible for this scholarship
Applicant Information
Applicant Name*

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Phone Number*
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Gender*
Which HMAC workshop did you attend? (registration link at top of application)*

How to Find and Win Scholarships - Jan 2026Money Management 101: A Financial Literacy Workshop for Students - Feb 2026I did not attend a workshop
School Information
University Name*
Anticipated Graduation Year*
Current Cumulative GPA*
Must include Fall 2025 grades
Major*
Leadership and School Organizations
Honors and Awards Received*
Be sure to include the organization providing the award
Leadership Positions*
Please state the name of the organization and your role (i.e. President, Committee Lead, Tutor etc.)
School Organizations*
Applicant Essay / Personal Statement
Please share details about your professional and leadership experiences, and provide insight into your professional goals.*

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I understand that application materials become property of Houston Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter and will be discarded at the end of the selection process*

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I agree that if awarded a scholarship, I will provide proof of enrollment to the Committee (Example: enrollment certificate, class or fee schedule).*

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I certify that all information provided within this application is true to the best of my knowledge.*

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2026 Graduate Student Scholarship Application

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