2026 Macon Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Application

Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

2026 College Scholarship Application

Deadline: January 31, 2026

SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Must have academic eligibility in one of the 3 following categories:
- High school senior graduating from a school within Jones, Macon-Bibb, Monroe, Twiggs or Wilkinson Counties
- GED recipient whose permanent address is within Jones, Macon-Bibb, Monroe, Twiggs or Wilkinson Counties
- College student attending an accredited post-secondary institution and whose permanent address is within Jones, Macon-Bibb, Monroe, Twiggs, or Wilkinson Counties
GPA of 2.75 or greater on a 4.0 scale

Children of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority members are not eligible to apply: however, other relatives who are not immediate family of Sorority members may apply. (Reference: 2016 Regional Conference/Chapter President)

1. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- All applicants must submit two signed letters of recommendation. These recommendations can come from a teacher, administrator, counselor, minister, employer, community leader, or similar. Please note that at least one letter must be from a teacher, counselor, or administrator. For further details, see the instructions below for references.
- All applicants must complete, sign, and date the application form (place N/A where not applicable).
- All applicants must upload a typed essay. For further details, see the instructions below for the essay.
- Selected applicants are required to participate in a panel interview by the end of March 2026. Photo identification must be provided before the interview; please upload a senior picture or a non-selfie photo when prompted.
- A Parent or Guardian must sign the Scholarship Funds Disbursement Disclaimer. Please note: Awards are intended for educational purposes only, and funds will not be distributed until the winners return the Student Enrollment Verification Form in Fall 2026. The funds will be issued in the name of the student and mailed to the address provided on the scholarship application.
2. Completed applications will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee. Top applicants will be invited for interviews by March 2026. All scholarship recipients will be notified by May 2026.

3. Scholarship funds will not be disbursed until Fall Semester 2026 when the Scholarship Committee has
received all required documents via email or mail.

4. Scholarship awards must be claimed within two years from the date of the award, or they will be forfeited.

5. The completed application, essay response, and photo identification must be uploaded through the online application portal. Please follow the instructions below to submit two letters of recommendation and the official transcript. All documents must be timestamped on or before Saturday, January 31, 2026. (NO EXCEPTIONS).
INSTRUCTIONS TO SUBMIT AN OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT
- Applicants must submit an official high school transcript that includes the first semester grades of their senior year or current school year. Please contact the registrar at your high school and request that an electronic official transcript, complete with signature or seal, be sent to the Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority at scholarship@dstmaconalumnae.org.
- Applicants who have a GED must obtain an official transcript (official copy of GED scores) from the Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education in Atlanta, Georgia. Please submit this transcript via email. Request that an electronic official transcript, including a signature or seal, be sent to the Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority at scholarship@dstmaconalumnae.org.
- Applicants who are currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or post-secondary institution must submit an official transcript that includes grades from the Fall 2025 semester. To do this, applicants can visit their school's registrar through the online portal and request that an electronic official transcript be sent to the Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority via email at scholarship@dstmaconalumnae.org.
- MAIL OPTION: Macon Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, ATTENTION:
  Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 5041, Macon, Georgia 31208-5041
ESSAY INSTRUCTIONS

Please answer the question below as the prompt of your essay discussion and upload within the application below.

Imagine you have the power to make your school a better place! What specific changes would you make to improve things? How would these changes help students, teachers, and everyone in the school? Additionally, what steps do you think would be necessary to ensure these changes are implemented and continue to be successful in the long run?

Your essay must be:
- Two full pages
- Doubled-spaced
- 12-point Times New Roman font
- One-inch margins on all sides
- Your name should be typed in the upper right-hand corner of each page
- You will be assessed on your ability to communicate your thoughts clearly
APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Before submitting the application, please make sure that all items listed below are included:
- Online Scholarship Application (completed and signed)
- Two-Page Essay (typed and uploaded)
- Two signed letters of recommendation uploaded by references to https://form.jotform.com/Delta_Scholarship/2026-scholarship-recommendation-let.
- Official High School, GED, or College Transcript emailed to scholarship@dstmaconalumnae.org (including Fall 2025)
- Disclaimer for Scholarship Funds Disbursement (signed)
Please Note:
- Incomplete application packages will not be considered for an interview or an award
- The ability to submit an application does not guarantee a completed application. All additional items requested must be received
- The Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. cannot guarantee the date on which funds will be disbursed to recipients. It is likely that the disbursement will not occur until after your tuition due date. We encourage you to pay your tuition on time to avoid any late fees.
If you have any further questions, please email scholarship@dstmaconalumnae.org. If not, click next to complete your application.

2026 Macon Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Application

Deadline: Janaury 31, 2026
SECTION I: IDENTIFICATION
Student's Name*

First NameLast Name
Home Number:

Area CodePhone Number
Mobile Number:*

Area CodePhone Number
Email Address*
example@example.com
Professional or Senior Headshot

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Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry
Is the mailing address the same as the permanent address?

Yes
Permanent Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Select the county of your permanent address.*

Wilkinson CountyJones CountyMacon-Bibb CountyTwiggs CountyMonroe County
PARENT/GUARDIAN IDENTIFICATION

Children of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority members are not eligible to apply: however, other relatives who are not immediate family of Sorority members may apply. (Reference: 2016 Regional Conference/Chapter President)
Is your mother a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.*

YesNo
Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Type*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Employer*
Occupation*
Parent/Guardian's Name

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Type
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Employer
Occupation
SECTION II: SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
High School or College Name*
High School or College Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
College you plan to attend/attending:*
Anticipated Major*
SECTION III: EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY(School/Non-School):
List all extra-curricular in high school or college (school, church, or civic activities). State the activity by name, provide a description of the activity, and number of hours performed.*
List all volunteer work and community service in high school or college. State the work or service by name, provide a description of work or service, and number of hours performed. *
List all honors and awards, a description of each honor and award, and the timeframe received in high school or college. *
SECTION IV: REFERENCE SUBMISSION & ESSAY UPLOAD

This is a test of responsibility. Provide the name and professional email address of the two references who will submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf to the scholarship committee. It is your responsibility to ask a reference and give instructions to each person. You should follow-up with your refererence to ensure submission.

Also, upload a completed essay to continue finalizing the scholarship application requirements.
Reference #1 Name*

First NameLast Name
Reference #1 Email*
example@example.com
Reference #2 Name*

First NameLast Name
Reference #2 Email*
example@example.com
Please upload the completed essay *

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SECTION IV: SIGNATURES
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DISCLAIMER

I certify that information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate and that all statements and essay are my own work. A scholarship award from Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. may be denied or revoked if any information contained herein is found to be inaccurate. Should I receive an award, I hereby give Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Inc. permission to utilize my name, photographs and award amount in publicity and/or marketing materials.

AGREEMENT FOR DISBURSEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS

The Macon Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will forward the funds to the awarded recipient upon receipt of the Official Enrollment Verification Form and Request for Disbursement of Scholarship Funds Form. The Enrollment Verification Form shall be notarized with the institution's official seal, signed and dated. The student and parent/guardian signed below acknowledge that the scholarship awards received by the winners will only be disbursed in a lump sum payment directly to the scholarship recipient.

By signing this application, the student and parent/guardian recognize and accept these conditions for the disbursement of any scholarship award that the applicant may receive, if awarded.
Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Signature (Do Not Print)*

Clear
Student's Name*

First NameLast Name
Student's Signature (Do Not Print)*

Clear
Today's Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Note: Edits can be made up to the submission deadline of January 31, 2026.
Should be Empty:

This ends the application; click next for the signature page and to submit.

Note: Edits can be made up to the submission deadline of January 31, 2026.