Graduate Scholarship Application

GRADUATE APPLICATION

2010-2011 Scholarship Program

POSTMARK and ONLINE SUBMISSION DEADLINE

MARCH 31, 2010

No exceptions will be made.
 

Scholarship Program Information

1. Eligibility: Any initiated Alpha Phi member, who complies with the Constitution and Bylaws, Policies and Procedures, and other governing documents of the Fraternity, has met the Fraternity and Chapter financial obligations, including payments of International alumnae dues for alumnae members, and who will be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree/certificate program is eligible to apply for an Alpha Phi Foundation Scholarship. Members of the Foundation Board of Directors, Foundation staff and family members may not apply.

2. Award Process: The scholarship committee members read and evaluate applications based on the applicant’s scholastic record, service to Alpha Phi and the community, campus involvement, an alumnae recommendation, and a non-Alpha Phi recommendation. Scholarship recipients are then recommended by the Foundation’s Program Manager to the Alpha Phi Foundation Board of Directors for approval of expenditures.

3. Program Process: (a) Applicants will be notified via e-mail when application has been received at the Foundation Office. (b) Applicants will be notified of their scholarship status in August by mail to the provided permanent mailing address. If applicant’s permanent mailing address changes prior to notification, please notify the Foundation office directly. (c) Scholarship recipient award checks will be mailed in September. 

Graduate Applicant Requirements:  

1. Complete All 9 Sections of Graduate Application (either online or submit hard copies):
General Contact Information; Academic Information; Leadership, Volunteerism, and Activity Information; Essay; Alpha Phi Recommendation Form; Non-Alpha Phi Recommendation Form; Restricted Scholarship Checklist; Transcripts; and Signature section.

2. No Attachments Allowed: resumes, etc.

3. If you are submitting a hard copy application:  mail original application along with your transcript and recommendations to the Foundation Office. Make a copy of completed application for your reference. The postmark deadline for scholarship application submission is March 31, 2010.

4. Official Transcript(s) and Recommendation letters: can be mailed directly or e-mailed to the Foundation Office. Transcripts and recommendation letters must be kept sealed and must be postmarked by March 31, 2010. There will be no exceptions.

Tips for a Successful Application:

♥ Start Early: begin filling out your application at least one month ahead of the postmark deadline (March 31, 2010) to handle any unexpected problems.

♥ Type essays: Essays must be typed, but may be attached to the sheet provided. 

♥ Check Spelling and Grammar:  proofread entire application to avoid mistakes. Please pay attention to proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and capitalization.

I have read the above information and understand what is
required to apply for the graduate scholarship.