2026 NAC Scholarship Application

Nashville Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Deadline to Apply: Sunday, March 15, 2026

Dear Applicant,

We are happy that you are interested in applying for the 2026 Nashville Alumnae Chapter (NAC) Scholarship. Please read the eligibility criteria and directions in its entirety.

All sections of the application must be completed, or your application will not be considered or accepted.

The deadline to submit the application is Sunday, March 15, 2026. If all criteria are met, you will be notified in April 2026 for an interview.

If selected, each awardee will receive a scholarship award in the amount of $2000. Applicants should check their emails regularly for notifications from the Scholarship Committee.

If you have additional questions, email the NAC Scholarship Committee at scholarsnac@gmail.com.

Deadline to Apply:

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Additional Criteria:
Recommendations must be on official letterhead of the school, community organization or program, and must be signed in pen/ink - digital signatures are acceptable. Recommendation letters may be emailed as a pdf to scholarsnac@gmail.com by the person writing the letter.

A paid program will not be accepted as an outreach program.

Singing in the choir, serving as an usher, or a greeter at church is also not community service.

Community service is performed OUTSIDE regular church activites. Some possibilities (but not limited to) would be regular participation in a church feeding ministry, a tutoring program, leadership church camp, mentoring programs, and participating in special church committee assignments (AIDS, Breast Cancer Awareness, Homelessness programs).

7. Sign a photo release and attach a current professional photo.

If you have additional questions, email the Scholarship Committee at scholarsnac@gmail.com.

2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

NASHVILLE ALUMNAE CHAPTER - DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Home Phone

Area CodePhone Number
Cell Phone*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Is your mother, grandmother, aunt or sister a member of the Nashville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.?*
I understand this scholarship is only available to students who enroll in college in the Fall of 2026. An official acceptance letter and official class registration must be provided to receive the funds which will be awarded during the Fall of 2026 and Spring of 2027.*
I acknowledge that the information on this form, the essay and other required materials are accurate and shall not be returned.*
I understand the deadline to submit this application and required materials is Sunday, March 15, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.*
Parent/Guardian

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Parent/Guardian Signature*

Clear
Applicant Signature*

Clear
Date of Parent/Guardian Signature*

MonthDayYear
Date
Date of Applicant Signature*

MonthDayYear
Date

SCHOOL INFORMATION
High School*
Select Service Area
Counselor*

First NameLast Name
Counselor's Email*
example@example.com
An official high school transcript, which includes the first semester grades of the senior year, and ACT/SAT score must be sent to scholarsnac@gmail.com.
Grade Point Average*

COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEER SERVICE
Have you participated in any community or volunteer service?*

YesNo

Have you participated in extracurricular activities?*

YesNo

Have you received any awards, honors or recognition?*

YesNo
Enter Awards, Honors or Recognition (enter up to 5)

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

Enter the name of two (2) individuals who will write your letters of recommendation.
Community Service Volunteer Recommender *

First NameLast Name
Position or Title*
Email*
example@example.com
Number of Years Known:*
School Official Recommender*

First NameLast Name
Position or Title*
Email*
example@example.com
Number of Years Known:*
ESSAY

Please type a three hundred (300-500) word essay on one of the topics listed below. You will be assessed on your ability to answer the question and communicate your thoughts.
Select your essay topic

How has your involvement in community service influenced your personal growth and career aspirations? Can you provide specific examples of the impact your community service activities have had on both you and the community?"You don't make progress by standing on the sidelines, whimpering and complaining. You make progress by implementing ideas." - Shirley Chisholm. Reflecting on this quote, how have you actively pursued your goals and aspirations during your high school years, and how do you plan to continue this proactive approach in your future educational and career endeavors?
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PERMISSION TO USE PHOTOGRAPH

Release for minor children (under 18 years of age).

Participants in programs sponsored by Nashville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. are sometimes photographed and videotaped or asked for photograph for use in future promotional and educational materials. I authorize Nashville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to record the image and voice of the subject named below and give the Nashvilled Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. all rights to the use of these recorded images and voice. I also authorize the use of any printed materials in connection wherewith.
Parent/Guardian Signature*

Clear
Date of Parent/Guardian Signature

MonthDayYear
Date
Upload Photograph*

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2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

NASHVILLE ALUMNAE CHAPTER DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.
All the items listed below must be included in your packet for the application to be considered. Please select each item you are submitting and carefully review the details regarding each item.

* If awarded a scholarship, applicants must submit an offical acceptance letter in the Fall of 2026. Additionally, an official class registration must be provided each semester. *
Checklist*

Completed Application with signatures of student and parent/guardianOfficial transcript, ACT/SAT Score, GPATwo (2) Signed letters of recommendation from a non-family member emailed to scholarsNAC@gmail.comPhoto of ApplicantSigned Photo Release FormEssay - typed in 12-point font, double spaced, maximum of 300-500 words
Reminder - Deadline to Apply:

Sunday, March 15, 2026
Should be Empty:

	Service Organization	Leadership Role	Service Details/Descriptions
Community/Volunteer
Community/Volunteer
Community/Volunteer
Community/Volunteer
Community/Volunteer

	Activity/Event	Leadership Role
Activity / Event
Activity / Event
Activity / Event
Activity / Event
Activity / Event

Nashville Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION