NCTA 2026 High School Scholarship Application

2026 High School Scholarship Application

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

North Central Texas Alumnae Chapter

North Central Texas Alumnae Chapter (NCTA) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has developed scholarships to give back to local communities by offering financial assistance to distinguished, graduating high school students pursuing higher education. NCTA will award scholarships on a competitive basis to qualified applicants.

Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. CST
Paper applications will not be accepted. All applications and supporting documents shall be submitted through the electronic portal. Late applications or late submission of supporting documentation will not be considered and your application will be deemed incomplete.

Scholarship Guidelines
- Class of 2026 Graduating Senior attending a high school within NCTA’s service area or associated school district (Bedford, Blue Mound, Colleyville, Euless, Grapevine, Haltom City, Haslet, Hurst, Justin, Keller, Lake Worth, North Richland Hills, Roanoke, Saginaw, Southlake, and Watauga)
- Minimum of 2.75 unweighted cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Accepted into an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university for Fall 2026
- An official high school transcript
- Involvement in extracurricular activities
- Community Service
- Demonstrated leadership
- Submit complete application
Application Package

Before you begin the application process, have the following items available to upload:
- Offical High School Transcipt
- Essay answering the following:
  - Describe a time when your community supported you during a personal challenge. How has this experience shaped your desire to give back, and how would this scholarship help you make a difference?
2026 NCTA High School Scholarship Application

Complete All Required Fields
Personal Information
Full Name*

PrefixFirst NameLast Name
Address of Residency*

Street Address

Apt./Suite/Unit

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail*
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Are you a current member of NCTA's Delta GEMS Youth Program?*
Is your Parent/Guardian a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.?*
(Children of members of North Central Texas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. are not eligible candidates for this scholarship program.)
What is the name and address of your high school?*
Date of Graduation*

MonthDayYear
Current cumulative GPA (indicate scale)*
Ex: 3.42/4.0 Do not round up.
What major do you intend to pursue? *
What College/University do you plan to attend in the Fall?*
Upload your transcript*

Upload Transcript
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High School & Community Involvement

List school and community-related activities that are most important to you.

Community / Religious service activity(ies) and position(s) held during high school. Include date range of participation. (Maximum of 5)*

	Position	Date Range of Participation
Svc Org #1
Svc Org #2
Svc Org #3
Svc Org #4
Svc Org #5

High school organization(s) and position(s) held. Include date range of participation. (Maximum of 5)*

	Position	Date Range of Participation
HS Org #1
HS Org #2
HS Org #3
HS Org #4
HS Org #5

Achievements & Awards

Please list your top honors /awards received during high school, including year received. (Maximum of 5)*

	Award Name	Award date
Award #1
Award #2
Award #3
Award #4
Award #5

Essay Submission

Upload one original essay that addresses these questions. Please limit your total response to a maximum of 500 words.

Describe a time when your community supported you during a personal challenge. How has this experience shaped your desire to give back, and how would this scholarship help you make a difference?
Essay (500 words maximum)*

Upload Essay

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Application Checklist:
1. Complete the online application.
2. Submit official high school transcript. (electronically submitted)
3. Upload one essay.
The scholarship is a one-time award and awardees will be notified of the award amount if selected.

Method of Distribution:
- The scholarship will be released to the college or university. The awardee must provide a verification of enrollment before the release of funds.
- Documentation should state the student's ID, enrollment in the fall semester (the same year as high school graduation)
- Scholarship funds will be deposited with the college/university.
- The funds will be forfeited if the recipient withdraws from the school or is placed on scholastic probation prior to the receipt of the funds. The letter verifying the student's full-time status should be received by October 31, 2026.
Authenticity and Authorization Statement

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2026 NCTA High School Scholarship Application

Personal Information

High School & Community Involvement

Achievements & Awards

Authenticity and Authorization Statement