Bertha E. Johnson Scholarship Application

BERTHA E. JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP

Presented by the Gamma Alpha Rho Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

CRITERIA & REQUIREMENTS

Application Deadline: February 28, 2026

The Gamma Alpha Rho Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, is pleased to offer the Bertha E. Johnson Scholarship Award. This annual $1,000 scholarship supports college-bound high school seniors in their pursuit of higher education, while honoring the Sorority’s values of scholarship and community service.

Scholarship Focus:

This scholarship is designed to support underrepresented minority students—including African American, Latino, and Native American students—who reside in Southern New Castle County, Delaware. While all eligible students are encouraged to apply, special consideration will be given to minority females.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Residency & Schooling: Must be a graduating high school senior who lives in or attends school in Southern New Castle County, Delaware (New Castle County below the C & D Canal).
• College Admission: Must be accepted to a college or university offering a four-year degree program.
• GPA: Minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Community Service: Must show active involvement in community service organization(s).
• Proof of Enrollment: Must submit proof of acceptance and enrollment before scholarship funds are released.

Application Requirements:
1. Completed Application Form
2. Official Transcript: Most recent official transcript.
3. Letters of Recommendation: Two letters are required.
  • One must be from a teacher
  • The second may be from an instructor, employer, school counselor, religious leader, or community leader
4. Essay: Submit a typed essay (500 words or less) addressing the following question:
  How do you plan to use your education to make a meaningful impact in your community or field?

Bertha E. Johnson Scholarship Application Form
Name

First NameLast Name
Email
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Date of Birth

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Address

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Academic Information
High School Name, City and State
Graduation Date
Awards and Honors
Are you a member of any organization in your school? Please provide information
Are you a member of any organization outside your school? Please provide information

Future Endeavors
Name and State of the college/university you plan to attend
Have you been accepted to college/university?

YesNo
What will your major be?

Are you related to a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated?

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If yes, please provide the name, relationship, and chapter of affiliation
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