SGRho Tacoma Young Achiever's Scholarship Application 2026

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., is a non-profit organization that has its roots in community service and education. The aim of the Zeta Phi Sigma Tacoma Alumnae Chapter is to promote educational awareness, serve as advocates for social issues facing Tacoma, and provide opportunities for continuous personal and professional growth for its members and other women of color who are descendants of the African Diaspora female high school senior with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.

Application Opens: December 26, 2025
Application Deadline: March 15, 2026

This SGRho Tacoma Young Achiever's Scholarship Fund will be used to award one of the non-renewable scholarships below. If selected, the applicant will receive only one scholarship.

Up to $1,000 Scholarship (WA): Awarded to a BIPOC female high school senior, a descendant of the African Diaspora, who has been admitted to an accredited college or university and is a Washington State resident.
Up to $1,000 Financial Rhoer Scholarship (WA): Awarded to a Financial Rhoer of the Zeta Phi Sigma Tacoma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., who is a BIPOC female high school senior, a descendant of the African Diaspora, seeking an undergraduate degree at an accredited institution.
Up to $1,000 Scholarship (AK): Awarded to a BIPOC female high school senior, a descendant of the African Diaspora, who has been admitted to an accredited college or university and is an Alaska State resident.
$500 Financial Soror/Philo Scholarship (WA): Awarded to Financial Soror or Philo members of the Zeta Phi Sigma Tacoma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., who are BIPOC females, descendants of the African Diaspora, pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at an accredited institution.
$500 Golden 22 Foundation Undergraduate Book Scholarship (WA): Awarded to an undergraduate BIPOC female student, a descendant of the African Diaspora, enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning.
$500 Philo “Golden” Scholarship (WA): Awarded to a BIPOC female, a descendant of the African Diaspora, pursuing an associate degree or trade school education.

Awardees will be notified on or around mid-April.

If selected, I understand that I will be asked for documentation to support the data I provide. Likewise, all correspondence and award agreements will be generated from the personal information submitted below. Please use proper spelling, capitalization, and punctuation. I understand the members of the Zeta Phi Sigma Tacoma Alumnae chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. determine the winner of the SGRho Tacoma Young Achiever's Scholarship (TYAS).

In addition, I understand that any misrepresentation or false information on this application will disqualify me from this scholarship. I authorize the Zeta Phi Sigma Tacoma Alumnae Chapter to contact my high school to verify submitted documents provided on this application. I give permission to have my photo published for the annual scholarship banquet, social media, and future marketing materials.

SGRho Tacoma Young Achiever's Scholarship Application Acknowledgement*

I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the instructions referenced above.

Scholarship Application Category*

Name*

First NameLast Name

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Phone

Will you be a first-generation college student 2025-2026? (This response doesn't disqualify any candidates)*

Yes, I am first among my parents and grandparents to attend college.No, I am not a first-generation college student.

Have you submitted an application for admission to an accredited college, university, or technical college for 2025-2026? (proof will be required before receipt of scholarship)*

YesNo

What year and month will you graduate from high school, earn a degree, or attend technical school?*

Schools Attended (High School/College)*

Please list your school activities, community activities, volunteer work, honors, and office(s) held:*

Have you been accepted at an accredited college, university, or technical college for 2026-2027?*

YesNo

How would this scholarship remove barriers, expand opportunities, and make it possible for you to pursue your higher education goals and positively impact your community? 150 to 200 words.*

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Affiliation: Is your mother or immediate family member a member Zeta Phi Sigma of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.? (This response does not disqualify any candidates)*

YesNo

Affiliation

Active RhoerActive PhiloNon Rhoer

Your essay should be 300-500 words. You should answer the following questions in your essay:

Tell us about yourself.
What are your career goals?
How did your life experiences shape your career goals?
How do you envision using your talents, education, or experiences to make a meaningful difference in your community, and why does this impact matter to you?

Please complete your essay here:*

Please upload your college/university acceptance letter. File types accepted: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, csv, txt, rtf, html, zip, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif*

For those currently enrolled in college please upload a copy of your latest transcript.

Please upload a current photograph. Photos of scholarship recipients will be used in a future sorority publication highlighting the winners. (Professional Headshot)*

All applicants are required to submit a current photo.

I hereby certify that all information are correct and to the best of my knowledge. In addition, I will submit all of the documents that will be required for the application process. I will monitor my email for communication from the tacomayoungachieverscholarship@gmail.com

Applicant Signature*

Applicant Signature

Signature Date*

Signature Date

SGRho Tacoma Young Achiever's Scholarship Application 2026

Applicant's Information

Essay