2026 Baton Rouge Delta Scholarship Application

2026 Scholarship Application

Baton Rouge Delta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
What is your (or this applicant's) current level of education?*

GENERAL INFORMATION AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

ALL CRITERIA MUST BE MET TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
- Must be a resident of East Baton Rouge Parish (excluding the cities of Baker and Zachary);
- Can be a female or male graduating high school senior;
- Must exhibit academic achievement indicated by a GPA of 2.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale;
- Must have an ACT score of 18 or above or SAT score of 960 or above; AND
- Must exhibit leadership ability through participation in extracurricular activities and/or community service during high school.
A COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
- Applicants submit a typed essay (250 minimum-500 maximum words) or submit a 2-4-minute video addressing the question: How will receiving a scholarship from the Baton Rouge Delta Alumnae Chapter assist you with your educational/career goals?;
- An official copy of the high school transcript as of March/April 2026, including cumulative GPA with OFFICIAL school seal;
- An official copy of ACT/SAT scores with the OFFICIAL school seal;
- Signed Scholarship Funds Disbursement Disclaimer by the parent/guardian;
- Two (2) signed letters of recommendation with the original signature (not a signature stamp):
  - One letter from the applicant's Principal, Counselor, or Teacher highlighting academic achievement.
  - One letter from an organization verifying community/public service involvement, including duties and total hours.
RECOMMENDATION LETTER CRITERIA (Please inform individuals writing the recommendation letter of the criteria):

The recommendation letter aims to assess the applicant's qualities, characteristics, capabilities, and community service involvement. Please utilize the checklist below to ensure you have thoroughly provided the requested information. The recommendation letter must include all the details listed below:
- Advocate for the student
- Highlight the student’s strengths
- Provide insight into the student’s character and potential to thrive at the school
- Verify the student’s public service involvement (Name of events, Duties, Dates, # of service hours, if applicable)
AWARD CONSIDERATION:
- This application MUST be submitted by April 3, 2026.
- The applicant and parent must complete and sign all parts of this application.
- All recommendation letters must be signed (original signature).
- Omission of any part will eliminate the application from consideration.
- All applications received by the deadline date will be initially screened and evaluated by the committee.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
- Scholarships vary from year to year based on the Sorority fundraiser.
- Those candidates selected for the Scholarship Award will receive formal notification of their award.
- Scholarship Awards will be paid upon confirmation of THE SUBSEQUENT FALL 2026 College/University registration.
- PARTICIPATION IN DUAL ENROLLMENT CLASSES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR PAYMENT.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL ELIMINATE THE APPLICATION FROM CONSIDERATION.

I. APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
E-mail Address*
Are you a Member of Delta GEMS or EMBODI?
If yes, Name of Chapter
2022-20232023-20242024-20252025-2026

II. SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Current High School*
School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Graduation Date*
Academic GPA*
Class Rank
List Honors/Awards Received*
List Extracurricular School Activities and Offices Held *
List Community and/or Church Organizations Activities and Offices Held *
List the names(s) and locations(s) of colleges/universities to which you have applied.*
Intended College Major*

III. FAMILY INFORMATION
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
If Guardian, Relationship to Applicant
Parent/Guardian Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone (Daytime)*

Area CodePhone Number
Phone (Evening)*

Area CodePhone Number
Phone (Cell)*

Area CodePhone Number

Official Transcript*

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ACT/SAT Score(s)*

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Academic Letter of Recommendation*

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Community Letter of Recommendation*

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Typed Essay Answering the Following Question: How will receiving a scholarship from the Baton Rouge Delta Alumnae Chapter assist you with your educational/career goals?

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Video Submission (2-4 minutes)

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BEFORE SIGNING, PLEASE ENSURE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE ENCLOSED AS ATTACHMENTS TO YOUR APPLICATION.
- Official copy of ACT/SAT score(s) with OFFICIAL school seal
- Typed Essay or Video Response
- Two (2) signed letters of recommendation with original signature:
  - From the Principal, Counselor, or Teacher
  - From the organizations(s) verifying public service involvement
CERTIFICATION:

I consent to my child’s application for the scholarship and understand that, if awarded, the funds will be made payable to the student and/or the college/university and may be sent directly to the recipient. I certify that the foregoing statements are correct.
Parent's Signature*
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Student's Signature*
Date

MonthDayYear
Date

GENERAL INFORMATION AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

ALL CRITERIA MUST BE MET TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
- Must be enrolled at Southern University-Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University-Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge Community College, or an accredited technical/2-year or 4-year college/university in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area;
- Can be a female or male student; AND
- Must exhibit academic achievement indicated by a GPA of 2.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
A COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
- Applicants submit a typed essay (250 minimum-500 maximum words) or submit a 2-4-minute video addressing the question: How will receiving a scholarship from the Baton Rouge Delta Alumnae Chapter assist you with your educational/career goals?;
- An official copy of latest transcript as of March/April 2026, including cumulative GPA with OFFICIAL school seal;
- Two (2) signed letters of recommendation with the original signature (not a signature stamp):
  - One letter from a current School Official or Professor/Instructor highlighting academic achievement.
  - One letter from an organization verifying community/public service involvement, including duties and total hours.
AWARD CONSIDERATION:
- This application MUST be submitted by April 3, 2026.
- The applicant must complete and sign all parts of this application.
- All recommendation letters must be signed (original signature).
- Omission of any part will eliminate the application from consideration.
- All applications received by the deadline date will be initially screened and evaluated by the committee.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
- Scholarships vary from year to year based on the Sorority fundraiser.
- Those candidates selected for the Scholarship Award will receive formal notification of their award.
- Scholarship Awards will be paid upon confirmation of THE SUBSEQUENT FALL 2026 College/University registration.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL ELIMINATE THE APPLICATION FROM CONSIDERATION.

I. APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
E-mail Address*
example@example.com

II. SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Current College/University*
College/University Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Anticipated Graduation Date*
Academic GPA*
List Honors/Awards Received*
List Extracurricular School Activities and Offices Held *
List Community and/or Church Organizations Activities and Offices Held *

III. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Official Transcript*

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Academic Letter of Recommendation*

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Community Letter of Recommendation*

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Typed Essay Answering the Following Question: How will receiving a scholarship from the Baton Rouge Delta Alumnae Chapter assist you with your educational/career goals?

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OR
Video Submission (2-4 minutes)

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BEFORE SIGNING, PLEASE ENSURE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE ENCLOSED AS ATTACHMENTS TO YOUR APPLICATION.
- Official copy of ACT/SAT score(s) with OFFICIAL school seal
- Typed Essay or Video Response
- Two (2) signed letters of recommendation with original signature:
  - From a current School Official or Professor/Instructor
  - From the organizations(s) verifying public service involvement
CERTIFICATION:

I consent to my application for the scholarship and understand that, if awarded, the funds will be made payable to the student and/or the college/university and may be sent directly to the recipient. I certify that the foregoing statements are correct.
Applicant Signature*
Date

MonthDayYear
Date

APPLICATION SUBMISSION
Note: All items must be submitted as one complete application packet. Incomplete packets will not be considered or returned. If there are questions regarding the application process, please contact the Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Mrs. Cynthia Dunlap, via email at firstvp@batontougedelta.org
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2026 Scholarship Application