DIA Development Scholarship 2026-27

  • IMPORTANT STUDENT REMINDERS

     All students (this includes recently graduated from high school and are classified as incoming freshmen; currently enrolled students; and/or transfer students) must adhere to the following requirements to be eligible to receive a scholarship through private donor funds administered by the Division of Institutional Advancement.

    1. Completed the enrollment process.

    2. Submitted all necessary documents (i.e., FAFSA) to the Financial Aid Office.

    3.Created a profile with UNCF.

    4. Applied for the UNCF General Scholarship (deadline March 31st)

  • INSTRUCTIONS

    Complete and submit the online Donor Sponsored Scholarship Student Application Form by June 15, 2026 for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Semester.

     · The Donor Sponsored Scholarship application is only eligible for students with a financial need and has a balance when filling out this application. Otherwise, you are not eligible for a Development Scholarship.

     · Your written essay and responses will be reviewed. Please be intentional, direct, and thoughtful in your response to all questions regarding you, your experiences, and the qualities you possess that make you a candidate for the scholarship(s) you are applying for.

     · In addition to your academic information, you may be asked to provide written responses related to any intended career path, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, community service, and leadership experience.

     · Students classified as graduating Seniors are still eligible to apply.

  • Read and follow the instructions carefully before submitting your application. You must submit your materials through the Donor Sponsored online application system. All recipients will be notified by the Scholarship Coordinator for Donor Funds.

  • I give permission to officials of my institution to release transcripts of academic records and other information requested for consideration in the Donor Sponsored Scholarship Program. I understand that this application will be available only to qualified people who need to see it in the course of their duties.

    If selected, I will be asked for documentation to support the data I have provided. Likewise, all correspondences will be generated from the personal information submitted.

  • Personal Information (Tell us about yourself)

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  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • I am a:*
  • Gender*
  • Ethnic Origin*
  • Race (Choose one or More)*
  • Veteran Status (Check all that Apply)*
  • Are you a first-generation college student?

  • College Information (Status at the time of Application)

  • Student Status
  • Student Classification*
  • Have you submitted an application for admission?*
  • Have you submitted and completed the financial aid process including completing the UNCF profile and the UNCF General Scholarship Application?*

  • Co-Curricular and Extra-Curricular Activities

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  • Scholarship Acceptance Agreement

  • If you are awarded any of the Donor Sponsored Scholarships’ funds for the current academic year:

    • You must be enrolled full-time (minimum of 12 credits) at Tougaloo College during the semester you receive your scholarship. All scholarships are disbursed during the fall and spring semesters. Based on this example: If you receive a $1,000 scholarship, you will receive $500 during the fall semester and $500 during the spring semester.
    • You are consenting to disclose information on your scholarship application to the Donor(s) of the scholarship you are awarded.
    • You are expected to provide a professional headshot (photograph), write a personal essay,  and write a thank-you letter to the Donor(s) of your scholarship.
    • You are expected to participate in recognition and appreciation events and activities.
    • You are consenting to include your name/and or photo in publicity, advertising, marketing,and/or philanthropic efforts and initiatives.
    • You understand that you will not receive any refunds from scholarships awarded through the Donor Sponsored Scholarship’s Donor funds.

  • FERPA Consent

    By submitting this application, I authorize Tougaloo College to release relevant information from my education records to associated donors or administrators for the purpose of evaluating and administering this scholarship. This may include my GPA, enrollment status, academic standing, program of study, and state of residence. 
     
    I understand that I may decline to provide this consent, but doing so may affect my eligibility. I may revoke this authorization in writing at any time, except where action has already been taken based on this consent. 

  • Applicant Signature

    I affirm that the information contained herein is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.
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  • Should you have questions, please contact the Scholarship Coordinator for Donor Funds in the Division of Institutional Advancement at the contact information below.

     

  • Tougaloo College Division of Institutional Advancement

    500 West County Line Road

    Tougaloo, MS 39174

    Phone: (601) 977-7742

    Email: developmentscholaraships@tougaloo.edu

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