• 2026-2027 Scholarship Application

    2026-2027 Scholarship Application

  • Columbia (SC) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

    SINGLE PARENT CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTION OR PROGRAM
    Application Deadline:
    Saturday, March 14, 2026
     
    Please read the application carefully and be sure to complete the entire application. Completed applications and supporting documents must be received by the deadline for consideration. Submit all inquiries to:
    cacdstscholarship@columbiascdelta.com.

     Application Instructions and Requirements:

     Applicants must reside in the Columbia (SC) Alumnae Chapter service areas (Fairfield, Lexington, Newberry, or Richland counties) to be eligible for the scholarship. Application must be completed by the applicant in a typed format.

     Application must be completed by the applicant in a typed format.

     All applicants must include a typed narrative of 400-750 words describing how current national policies or events have shaped their perspective regarding their career goals.

     Additional documents are required:

    • Two (2) signed letters of recommendation from the following (one from each category):
      • A current instructor
      • A character reference letter - The person writing the letter should be someone other than a relative, who knows the applicant well (i.e., a minister, neighbor or supervisor)
    • Current Official Transcript. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Must include the fall 2025 grades. 
    • Resume (optional) as supporting documentaion.
    • All documents must be uploaded with your application.

     Letters must contain an original signature. We will not accept letters with digital signatures. You may make a copy of your signed letter of recommendation and upload the copy as part of your application packet.

    • Personal Information 
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    • Educational Information 
    • Anticipated Date of Graduation*
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    • Current Classification

    • 0/350
    • 0/300
    • Income 
    • Please indicate your yearly income before taxes. In addition to regular income, you must include public assistance, Veterans benefits, and Social Security for any family member. Total Income and Benefits (Household Income)*
    • Personal Statement 
    • Describe how current national policies or events have shaped your perspective regarding your career goals. (400-750 words) 

    • 0/750
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    • Certification 
    • By signing this document electronically in the space below, I hereby certify that all of the information I have provided within the entire scholarship application is true and correct. I understand that if any information submitted with the scholarship application is determined to be false or mislead­ing (including any omission of material information), I will be disqualified from consideration for the scholarship.

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