2027 HMAC Graduate Student Scholarship Application

2027 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 Saturday, March 13, 2027. Questions may be addressed to scholarships@hmacdelta.org.

Eligibility
- Be an African American male or female graduate student at any accredited college or university
- Live in the Houston Metropolitan area
- 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:
- Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated are not eligible for this scholarship
Applicant Information
Applicant Name

First NameLast Name
Email
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Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Gender
Have you previously been awarded a HMAC Scholarship?
School Information
University Name
Anticipated Graduation Year
Current Cumulative GPA
Must include Fall 2026 grades
Graduate Degree Program / Field of Study
Degree Type
Current Year in Graduate Program
Leadership and School Organizations
You may include relevant professional, academic, community and leadership experiences completed before or during your current graduate program. Focus on your most significant and recent experiences.

Honors and Awards

Rows	Honor/Award	Organization	Year Received	Recognition Level (School, City, State, National)
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Entry 2
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Leadership

Rows	Organization	Position/Role	Year(s)	Contribution/Impact
Entry 1
Entry 2
Entry 3
Entry 4

Applicant Essay / Personal Statement
In 350–500 words, describe how your graduate education connects to the impact you hope to make in your profession, community or field. What experiences have shaped that goal and how will this degree help you achieve it?

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I understand that if awarded a scholarship, the check will be mailed directly to the school in August 2027 after I submit my semester fee bill.
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2027 Graduate Student Scholarship Application

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School Information

Leadership and School Organizations

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