Pearls of Power Foundation and Delta Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority inc. Scholarships

The Pearls of Power Foundation, Incorporated and Delta Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. are pleased to announce they will be awarding multiple scholarships to students in the area.

Eligibility Criteria

  • High school senior or current college student
  • Live in St. Clair County, IL
  • GPA of 2.5 or higher

Learn more about the scholarships here.

Questions? Contact support@myscholarshipcentral.org

Award
$1,000
Deadline
05/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you a U.S. Citizen or a legal permanent resident?
  2. Please list honors/extracurricular activities/recognitions/hobbies.
  3. List your community service and leadership experiences. Share the organization, your role, and the dates you participated.
  4. Financial aid
    • Are you receiving financial aid for which repayment is not required? (e.g., scholarships, grants)
    • Are you receiving financial aid for which repayment is required? (e.g., loans, aids which carry an obligation of present or future service?)
    • If yes, how much per semester?
    • If yes, how much per semester? Total amount of grant or scholarship.
  5. Do you have a relative who is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated?
  6. If yes, please provide her name.
  7. Upload a letter of acceptance from a college or university (high school seniors) or proof of enrollment (current college students).
  8. Please upload a recent photo of yourself. Make sure it is a professional looking headshot.
  9. Please upload your most recent OFFICIAL transcript.

  10. ESSAY: Write a 250 word essay on ONE of the following topics:

    1. Reflect on a time when you faced a challenge, a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?

    2. Have you accomplished something that you are proud of? Discuss what you did and why you are proud of it.

    3. What skills and qualities do you think college bound students need if they are to be successful at the University level?

  11. SCHOLARSHIP CENTRAL RECOMMENDATION: Enter the name and e-mail address of an instructor, counselor, advisor, supervisor or other similarly qualified individual who will submit a recommendation on your behalf. NOTE: As the applicant, it is your responsibility to inform that person to watch for an email sent on your behalf that will explain how to complete this process.
  12. SCHOLARSHIP CENTRAL SECOND RECOMMENDATION: Enter the name and e-mail address of an instructor, counselor, advisor, supervisor or other similarly qualified individual who will submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. NOTE: As the applicant, it is your responsibility to inform that person to watch for an email sent on your behalf that will explain how to complete this process.
  13. APPLICANT SIGNATURE: By entering my full name below, I authorize the Pearls of Power Foundation and the Delta Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and its agents to examine, verify and discuss my academic and/or financial records and other information which applies to the consideration of this application. I certify that all answers are accurate and truthful to the best of my knowledge, and that all information in the application and essays are my own work. I understand that the decisions made regarding my participation in this program are made by the Pearls of Power Foundation and the Delta Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. in reliance upon the truth and correctness of my statements.
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