Adult Learners Scholarship Application
  • Adult Learners Scholarship Application

    Due: April 1st
  • The Alpha Alpha Lambda Omega (AALO) Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Scholarship Program was established to ensure professional and personal development for continuous growth, advancement, and success through education, community involvement and mentoring.

    The scholarship program provides scholarships annually to deserving adults who will be attending a professional development event, workshop, training or an establishment of higher learning.  

    Each year, the AALO Scholarship Program Committee determines the number of scholarships and award amounts based on available funding. This year, two (2) $1000 scholarships will be awarded to Adult Learners pursuing career advancement or enrichment opportunities.


    ELIGIBILITY

    Applicants must be a resident of Prince George's County.

    Adult Learner applicants must be pusuing an experience that supports their personal or professional growth. This includes but is not limited to educational courses, professional workshops, or programs designed to enhance the applicant's skills, knowledge and overall professional or personal development.

    AWARD CRITERIA

    Recipients of the scholarships are chosen through a process that evaluates the following areas:

    • Written Essay
    • Community/School Involement
    • Recommendation Letter
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  • Essay Prompt

    What is your current career field? How do you intend to use the scholarship to support your career development or personal growth?  (minimum 500 words / maximum 800 words) NOTE: Original essays.  No duplicates from previous years.
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  • Recommendation

    Upload a recommendation from a personal reference. The recommendation should describe their relationship to you and how they know or have observed you. The letter should also speak to your character and achievements.
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  • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How are scholarship recipients selected?

    The AALO Scholarship Committee selects the scholarship winners based on the criteria above and all decisions are final.

    How are scholarship recipients notified?
    The AALO Scholarship Committee will notify all scholarship recipients via email or phone in May 2026.  The names and photos will also be posted on AALO's social media platforms and chapter website.

    If I would like to make changes to the application I submitted, can I resubmit my application?
    We recommend that you carefully review the application for accuracy before it is submitted.  If you have questions or revisions to the submitted application, please contact Tamara Henry via email at aalo.community@gmail.com.

    Who should I contact if I have questions or technical difficulties with the application? Contact Tamara Henry via email at aalo.community@gmail.com. 

  • Applicant's Declaration


    I hereby declare that the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false information may result in the disqualification of my application.

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