North Jersey ScholarLinks Scholarship Application Form

ScholarLinks Scholarship Application

NORTH JERSEY (NJ) CHAPTER OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED
Purpose: The North Jersey ScholarLinks Program provides financial assistance and academic recognition to students from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the college population who demonstrate academic promise, leadership potential, and resilience in overcoming barriers to higher education. The purpose of this application is to ensure a fair, transparent, and equitable process for selecting scholarship recipients.
Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Standing: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- Financial Need: As determined by student submission of one of the following: proof of eligibility for financial aid pursuant to FAFSA; or proof of household income below 400% of the federal poverty level.
- Citizenship/Residency: U.S. citizens or permanent residents residing in Essex County, New Jersey.
- Background and Personal Circumstances: We welcome applications from first-generation college students, students at Title I or under-resourced high schools, students with experience in foster care, being unhoused, or similar hardship.
Scholarship Application Instructions
Deadline: All scholarship application materials must be received by Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. We encourage you to apply early.
Eligibility Note: Applications from relatives of members of The Links, Incorporated will not be considered.

The North Jersey ScholarLinks Program Committee will only consider materials requested and required. The committee will only review completed applications.

A scholarship application is considered complete only when all of the following items have been submitted by the deadline:
1. Online Application (Submit Online Only): The scholarship application (including applicant’s signature and parent/guardian’s signature) must be completed and submitted online. Mailed or emailed applications will not be considered.
2. Official Transcript (Submit/Upload Online Only): Your most recent official high school transcript must be uploaded online by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. A minimum cumulative (not weighted) GPA of 3.0 is required as described in the Eligibility Criteria.
3. Confirmation Email (Required): Once you have submitted the completed application online, please send an email to NorthJerseyScholarLinks@gmail.com with your first name, last name, and school in the subject line, sent from the student applicant’s email address. This email will be used to communicate any issues.
Application Form

Complete All Required Fields
Full Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Student Email Address*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
African American/BlackAmerican Indian/Alaska NativeAsianHispanic/LatinoWhiteOther
High School*

School NameCity & State
Cumulative Grade Point Average*
Minimum cumulative, not weighted GPA of 3.0 is required. Most recent official transcript must be submitted/uploaded online
Financial Aid / College Plans

Complete All Required Fields
Your 2025-26 Student Aid Index (SAI) from FAFSA
You can find your SAI on the first page of your Student Aid Report (SAR). The SAI is an index number schools use to calculate your federal student aid eligibility.
YesNo
Yes, my mother graduated from a HBCU.Yes, my father graduated from a HBCU.No, neither of my parents graduated from a HBCU.
YesNo
Please list the Name and City/State of the four-year college/university you will attend in the Fall of 2026. If you are not sure, please list your top three (3) choices.*

School NameCity & State
School NameCity & State
School NameCity & State
What major do you plan to pursue?*
MajorFormat: eg. Psychology, Biology, etc..
Parent / Guardian Information

Complete All Required Fields
Parent or Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent or Guardian's Contact Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent or Guardian's Email Address*
example@example.com
Achievements & Accolades

Complete All Required Fields
Describe any family or other caregiving responsibilities you have had during high school. (Please type N/A if not applicable)*

Max 200 words0/200
Describe any work, employment or any volunteer experience you have had during high school.*

Max 200 words0/200
List and describe your TOP educational and professional goals and objectives.*

Max 200 words0/200
Please list your TOP academic honors and awards. Please include the year/years of the honor/award.*

Max 250 words0/250
Please list your TOP activities and leadership roles (school and non-school) including memberships in groups/organizations, athletic involvement, and other activities. Please include the year/years of participation.*

Max 250 words0/250
List and describe your community service activities. Please include the year/years of participation.*

Max 250 words0/250
Essays

Complete All Required Fields
ESSAY PROMPT #1: Write a personal statement conveying a sense of who you are, how your experiences have shaped you, and/or how you envision using your college education in the future. *

Max 500 words 0/500
ESSAY PROMPT #2: Describe a specific experience where you supported diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. What did you do and what impact did it have?*

Max 500 words 0/500
Recent Color Portrait*

Please upload a recent color portrait. A formal or professional graduation photo is preferred. Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, pdf, doc, docx, rtf. Max file size: 50 MB.
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Acknowledgements

Check Boxes
Official Transcript*

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I understand that my application must be supported by my most recent official high school transcript and that a minimum cumulative (not weighted) GPA of 3.0 is required in the Eligibility Criteria.I understand that my transcript must be submitted/uploaded online by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 for my application to be considered and reviewed by the North Jersey ScholarLinks Program Committee.I understand my application is not complete until the transcript has been submitted. Incomplete applications will not qualify for review.
Confirmation Email Instructions

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Once I have completed and submitted this online application, I will send an email to NorthJerseyScholarLinks@gmail.com with my first name, last name, and high school in the subject line.I understand the email must be sent from my (student applicant’s) email address and will be used to communicate any missing materials or questions about my application.I understand my application is not complete until the confirmation email has been sent. Incomplete applications will not qualify for review.
Confirmation Email Reminder: Once you have completed and submitted the online application, please send an email to NorthJerseyScholarLinks@gmail.com with your first name, last name, and high school in the subject line from the student applicant’s email address.
Signatures
Signature of Scholarship Applicant*

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Statement of Accuracy: I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the North Jersey ScholarLinks Program.
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Signature of Parent or Guardian*

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Statement of Accuracy: I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I also consent the student’s picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the North Jersey ScholarLinks Program.
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ScholarLinks Scholarship Application

Application Form

Financial Aid / College Plans

Parent / Guardian Information

Achievements & Accolades

Essays

Acknowledgements

Confirmation Email Instructions

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