2026 AL Tag Scholarship Application

ALABAMA TAG ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
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The Alabama Tag Scholarship Committee (ALTSC) is now accepting scholarship applications for Spring 2026. Up to thirty-two Alabama Tag Scholarships will be awarded to members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, both undergraduate and graduate students seeking Bachelors, Masters, and/or PhD degrees. Sorors who have been awarded previous Alabama Tag Scholarships must wait ONE semester before reapplying for another scholarship.

** SCHOLARSHIP AWARD RECIPIENTS MUST BE CURRENTLY ENROLLED AT TIME
OF AWARD **

Applications are to be submitted to the ALTSC no later than May 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm, for Spring 2026 scholarship awards. All information will be held in the strictest of confidence and will be used solely for the purpose of scholarship administration.

Each scholarship requires 1) A Complete Application, 2) Student Transcript sent from the Clearinghouse or Portal ONLY, and 3) Proof of Enrollment from the University Registrar's Office (student schedule is not acceptable). Additional specific requirements are outlined and described below.
**Multiple scholarships are awarded in each category.
Click on each scholarship to view the requirements. Make your final selection to complete your application.*

The Fortitude ScholarshipThe Strivers and Thrivers ScholarshipThe Higher Heights ScholarshipCollegiate Crimson and Cream Scholarship
Minimum GPA 2.75

Faculty Recommendation Letter

Primary/Secondary Advisor Recommendation Letter

Essay
Awarded for Technical STEM Disciplines (Engineering, Nursing, Computer Science, etc)

Minimum GPA 3.0

Faculty Recommendation Letter

Primary/Secondary Advisor Recommendation Letter

Essay
Minimum GPA 2.75

Faculty Recommendation Letter

Primary/Secondary Advisor Recommendation Letter

Essay
Awarded to those seeking Masters and PhDs only

Minimum GPA 3.3

Faculty Recommendation Letter

Chapter President Recommendation Letter

Essay
INSTRUCTIONS

1. The application process is automated and contains fillable PDFs for ease of submission.

2. You will be able to save your work and edit all responses, print and preview, and submit your form.

3. Failure to submit all of the required information will result in the application being rejected.

4. Completed applications are to be submitted by May 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm. EDT
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: Two letters of recommendation are required for all scholarship options. Based on the selected scholarship, you must provide a letter from: a faculty member, Primary or Secondary Advisor, or Chapter President. Save the appropriate documents below by downloading them to your device. Send it to the appropriate persons according to the scholarship category you selected. Please ask the writer of the letter to send the recommendation to you for submission as part of your application.

Please review all requirements for the scholarship you are choosing and make sure you have them ready PRIOR to submission.
Download faculty recommendation letter and send it to the faculty member of your choice.
Download the advisor recommendation letter and send to your Primary/Secondary advisor.
Download the Chapter President recommendation letter and send to your chapter president. (Higher Heights Only)

You are applying for the {selectScholarship18}.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Member Number*
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Student ID#*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Mobile Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address*
example@example.com

Chapter Information
You are applying for the {selectScholarship18}.
Chapter of Initiation*
Year of Initiation*
Current Chapter*
Primary Advisor Name*
If applying for Higher Heights, enter N/A.
Chapter Primary Advisor Email*
If applying for Higher Heights, enter N/A.
Chapter Primary Advisor Mobile Number*
If applying for Higher Heights, enter N/A.

IMPORTANT: Please ensure the information below is correct. Scholarships will be mailed to the University with your provided Student ID# and mailing address.
University of Matriculation*
Pursuing Degree*
Bachelor of Science, MBA, etc.
Expected Date of Graduation*
Month / Year
University Financial Office Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
University Official Point of Contact*
University POC Phone*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
University POC Email*
example@example.com

List honors received during the current or last semester. You MUST include month and year. Use the "+" to add more lines.
List honors received during the current or last semester. You MUST include month and year. If none, enter N/A.
CURRENT Chapter Involvement
Indicate if you currently serve in any of the following positions:

Chapter OfficerCommittee ChairFinancial Chapter Member
Highlight other chapter achievements*
Chapter President*
Chapter President Email Address*
example@example.com

Describe your role and impact in current community service activities. Click "+" to add more lines.

Please upload a Professional Headshot (Individual Photo - No Selfies; Professional Attire)*

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Upload Faculty Recommendation Letter *

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Name of Faculty Member*
Faculty Member Email Address*
example@example.com
Upload Primary/Secondary Advisor Recommendation Letter (for all except Higher Heights applicants)*

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Upload Chapter President Recommendation Letter (Higher Heights Only).*

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Name of Chapter President*
Chapter President Email Address*
example@example.com

You are applying for the {selectScholarship18}.
Proof of Enrollment*

We WILL NOT accept student schedules as proofs. NO EXCEPTIONS! Proof of enrollment MUST be provided directly from the university portal.
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Offcial Transcripts

Official Transcripts must be sent from the National Student Clearinghouse to the following email: altsc@dstsouthernregion.com.

You are applying for the {selectScholarship18}.
Essay
Fortitude Scholarship (minimum 500 words)

In your opinion, why should we select you as a recipient for the Alabama Tag Scholarship AND when was a time you overcame adversity and describe how it impacted your moving Forward with Fortitude?
Strivers and Thrivers Scholarship (500 words)

In your opinion, why should we select you as a recipient for the Alabama Tag Scholarship AND describe a characteristic that you see in yourself that others may not.
Higher Heights Scholarship (750 words)

In your opinion, why should we select you as a recipient for the Alabama Tag Scholarship AND if you could describe yourself as one of the jewels, what would it be and why? Also, what is some advice you would give to your younger self?
Crimson and Cream Scholarship (minimum 500 words)

In your opinion, why should we select you as a recipient for the Alabama Tag Scholarship AND what is something you have struggled with or didn't expect when becoming a Delta?
Type your essay in the space below.*

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I certify that the information provided in this application is truthful and accurate to the best of my knowledge. A scholarship award from the Alabama Tag Scholarship of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. may be denied or revoked if any information contained herein is found to be inaccurate.
Signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
If you have questions, please send an email to altsc@dstsouthernregion.com.
COMPLETED APPLICATION CHECKLIST

To be eligible for consideration of this scholarship, all items listed below must be included in the application.

Offical Transcript Emailed to altsc@dstsouthernregion.com
** Sent from the National Student Clearinghouse or University Clearinghouse ONLY**

Recommendation Letters:

Faculty

Priminary/Secondary Advisor (not required for Higher Heights)

Chapter President (Higher Heights Only)

Completed Essay

Proof of Enrollment (NO STUDENT SCHEDULE ACCEPTED)

Professional Headshot
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ALABAMA TAG ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Chapter Information

Essay