Continuing College Student
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
Psi Psi Omega Chapter
The applicant must:
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Reside or attend school in Stafford or Fauquier County;
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Be accepted/enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States and provide verification of current enrollment for 2025-2026
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Have a minimum cumulative college grade point average of 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher and provide an official college transcript (unopened);
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Submit a 500-word typed essay (on a separate sheet); and
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Submit an applicant photograph.
This scholarship is a one-time award
Scholarship Essay
This essay must be 500 words, typed in Times New Roman font, 12-point and double spaced. The essay is rated on content, depth, grammar, organization, originality, and how the topic specified below is addressed. All essays must be included in this packet to be considered for a scholarship and will become the property of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Psi Psi Omega Chapter.
Essay Topic
Continuing College Student: How will you utilize your education to make a difference in society?
Scholarship Checklist:
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Completed and signed application
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Essay titled, "Continuing College Student: How will you utilize your education to make a difference in society?"
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Official transcript (unopened)
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College verification of enrollment letter
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Two (2) letters of recommendation from non-family members.
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One (1) from a present faculty member from your high school.
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One (1) from a community member.
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Applicant photograph.
Application packages can be completed and submitted at https://staffordaka.com or completed application may be emailed to scholarshipsipsiomega@gmail.com or mailed (postmarked) by
April 25, 2025 to:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
Psi Psi Omega Chapter
Post Office Box 33, Garrisonville, VA 22463
NOTE: Awards $600 or more will require personal information for tax purposes.