BXAC DST - 2026 Scholarship Application

Engaging, Empowering, and Elevating Bronx Youth One Scholarship at a Time
DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is a private, not-for-profit organization founded in 1913 by 22 collegiate women at Howard University. With a mission rooted in sisterhood, scholarship, service, and social action, the Sorority has a rich legacy of empowering Black communities through educational development, economic advancement, international awareness, and political engagement. To learn more, please visit: https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/
BRONX ALUMNAE CHAPTER

The Bronx Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, chartered in 1968, is committed to uplifting the Bronx community through public service, educational initiatives, and youth empowerment. Grounded in the Sorority’s Five-Point Programmatic Thrust, the Chapter proudly supports academic excellence by providing scholarships and mentorship to students who demonstrate leadership, service, and a commitment to making a positive impact. To learn more, please visit: https://dstbx.org/

STUDENT DATA
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Last Name*
First Name*
Preferred Pronouns (Ex: he/him, she/her, they/them)
Address*
Apt
City*
State*
Zip*
Date of Birth*

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Phone Number (s)*
Email Address (DO NOT use your school email)*

PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Parent / Guardian Information*

	Name	Email Address	Phone Number(s)	Occupation
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Number of dependents in household (Write N/A if none) *
Number of dependents currently in college (Write N/A if none)*

SCHOOL INFORMATION / EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Current High School*
Name of Principal*
Guidance Counselor*
Cumulative Grade Point Average*
Upload an OFFICIAL high school transcript*

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Organizational involvement honors, and Special Interest (Write N/A if not applicable):*

Community Service Activities*

	Name of Activity	Dates	Frequency (Ex: Once, Monthly, Yearly)	Roles & Responsibilities
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Have you participated in any Bronx Alumnae Chapter Youth Program? (Ex: Delta Academy or Delta GEMS)*

If yes, please list below the youth program activities hosted by the Bronx Alumnae Chapter:

	Bronx Alumnae Youth Program	Dates Attended	Frequency of Attendance	Purpose of Activity
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LIST OF COLLEGES / UNIVERSITIES APPLIED TO:

List the names of the Colleges and Universities you are applying to:*

	School Name and City/State	Application Status (Pending or Accepted)	Total Annual Cost
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School Name

List the names of the Colleges and Universities you are applying to:

	School Name and City/State	Application Status (Pending or Accepted)	Total Annual Cost
School Name
School Name
School Name
School Name
School Name

Where do you plan to live?*

	On Campus	Off-Campus	Commute	Undecided
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What major/area(s) of study do you plan to pursue in college*

OTHER SCHOLARSHIP / FINANCIAL AWARDS

List any additional scholarships or financial awards you have applied for or received. If none, write N/A:*

	Grant, Awards, Scholarship	Term of Award (One-Time, 1 Year, 4 Years)	Total Amount of Reward	Have you been selected to receive the award (Y/N)
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Do you plan to apply for federal financial aid?*

ESSAY
Essay - Upload a two-page, double spaced typed essay (12pt Times New Roman font, 750 words-1000 words) titled: "DST Scholarship Essay - (List the Essay Prompt Chosen)". Ex: DST Scholarship Essay - Meaningful Accomplishment

Choose ONE of the prompts below and clearly indicate which prompt you selected. Please ensure your response fully addresses the topic:

A. Describe a meaningful accomplishment or challenge you’ve experienced and how it shaped your perspective, goals, or personal growth?

B. Describe a social justice issue that impacts the global community and suggest possible solutions.

C. Identify a problem or need within your community that you have addressed or hope to address. Why does this issue matter to you, and what steps have you taken—or could take—to create change?

Please Note: Applicants are required to answer essay questions in their own words. The use of AI generated content or any automated writing tools is not permitted. Responses should reflect your personal experiences, thoughts, and ideas.
ESSAY UPLOAD*

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I hereby declare that all the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I have uploaded this application with the necessary documents and forwarded the request(s) for the letters of recommendation. If selected, I am willing to appear in person for an interview via videoconferencing (Ex: Zoom). Any incomplete section of the application or any missing documents will void this application. If awarded the Bronx Alumnae Chapter Scholarship, I understand that I must be entering a four-year college as a matriculating student in September 2026, or I will forfeit the entire scholarship. I agree to accept the decision of the Bronx Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship Committee.
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All Applications must be completed and uploaded with all the necessary materials by: Friday, February 13th, 2026. For questions, comments, or concerns, please email Mrs. Wright at Scholarship@dstbx.org.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR RECOMMENDER (Share the link below with your recommender)
To Whom It May Concern:

The prospective applicant has selected you to write a recommendation letter for them.

They are applying for the Bronx Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. 2026 Scholarship. Here are the guidelines in providing a letter of recommendation for the applicant:

Recommendation letter MUST:

A. Be on official school or organization letterhead.

B. State the recommender’s name, relationship to the applicant, and length of time he/she has known the applicant.

C. Be addressed to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Bronx Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Committee.

D. Speak to the applicant’s character, education, service, level of commitment, and any other pertinent information the committee should consider.

E. SIGN their name (wet signature) then scan and upload the recommendation.

F. Be submitted electronically on the student's behalf by the specified deadline to prevent disqualification.

All Applications must be completed and uploaded with all the necessary materials by: Friday, February 13th, 2026. Please use this link for recommendation letter upload.

2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION CHECKLIST
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION CHECKLIST*

Essay - Uploaded a two-page, double spaced typed essay (12pt Times New Roman font, 750 words-1000 words) titled: "DST Scholarship Essay - (List the Essay Prompt Chosen)".Letters of Recommendation - Have you CONFIRMED with recommenders they submitted letters of recommendation via the link?Application completed and uploaded with all the necessary materials by: Friday, February 13th, 2026.

2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION TIMELINE
Scholarship Application Timeline

2/13/26: Deadline for electronic submission of the 2026.

3/2/26 - 3/6/26: Notifications for invitations to the 2nd round.

3/16/26 - 3/20/26: 2nd round interviews are conducted via Zoom.

Week of 4/6/26: Scholarship Winner and Grant Awardees are notified.

4/23/26: Scholarship and Grant Ceremony (All Awardees invited to attend)

5/3/26: 2026 Scholarship Luncheon (Scholarship Awardee will be invited to attend)
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Engaging, Empowering, and Elevating Bronx Youth One Scholarship at a Time

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

BRONX ALUMNAE CHAPTER

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