Alpha Phi Alpha Scholarship Application plus Essay

Welcome to Dr. Lionel E. McMurren & The Samuel E. Massenberg, Sr. STEM Scholarship Applications

ALL APPLICANTS SAVE THE FOLLOWING DATES: April 25th: Interviews of top candidates begin at noon May 9th at 6 pm: A banquet will be held for the awardees and their families.
Student's Name*

First NameLast Name
Student's Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Student's Email*
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Student's Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Are you a male in Sarasota or Manatee Counties?*

YesNo
High School (Must be in Manatee or Sarasota School District) *
Current Grade Level*
Include your ACT/SAT scores*
Does the Foundation have permission to use your name and publicize being a Scholarship Recipient with application?*

YesNo
Parents/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Upload Current Applicant's Photo (head shot)*

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Upload Applicant's Resume*

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Please provide one (1) Reference from a School Counselor and one (1) recommendation from a Teacher*

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Please attach a copy of your OFFICIAL transcripts*

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Dr. Lionel E. McMurren Scholarship Essay
Instructions: In a well-developed, typed essay using the space provided (or no more than three pages), respond to the following:

Plans and Goals

Describe your short and long-range goals.
Explain how your course of study will facilitate reaching these goals.
Share ways in which your course of study can help you to positively impact society.
Achievements

Describe your school-related successes.
Describe how you’ve been engaged in community service.
Financial Need

Explain how this scholarship can help with financing your education.
Explain the extent to which you need financial assistance in general.
Financial information will be kept confidential.
Dr. Lionel E. McMurren Scholarship Essay* *

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Do you also want to be considered for the Samuel E. Massenberg, Sr. STEM Scholarship?

Yes (Required: Intended major must be in a related STEM discipline)No
What is your current GPA?
Have you been accepted to a four-year college?

yesnopending
If yes, will you enroll full-time in the Fall 2026?

yesno
Is your intended major in a related STEM discipline?

yesno
If yes, what specific concentration (e.g., computer science, biology, engineering, data science/analytics, other)?
The Samuel E. Massenberg, Sr. STEM Essay

Please select one of the following topics and write an essay between 300-500 words

Option 1: The Power of STEM to Solve Big Problems

Describe one problem in your community, nation, or the world that you believe STEM can help solve. How would you use your studies and talents to contribute to that solution?

Option 2: Your STEM Journey and Future Vision

What inspired you to pursue a STEM degree, and how do you envision using your education to make a difference in the next decade?
The Samuel E. Massenberg, Sr. STEM Essay*
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Applicant's Signature*

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Parent Guardian Signature*

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