Durham Alumnae Chapter
2026 Scholarship Application
The Durham Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is committed to assisting young people attending schools within the Durham Public School System to succeed academically. We do this by awarding scholarships to qualified high school seniors. It is important to ensure that students with financial hardships have access to resources they need to obtain a college education.
Scholarships are available to high school seniors who attend schools within the Durham Public School System in Durham County. To be eligible to receive an award, applicants must have a 2.5 grade point average. Additionally, applicants should be active in extracurricular and community service activities.
Applicants must include the following items as part of their submission:
* Completed Application (Must submit electronically)
* Official Transcript (Must submit electronically via online records request to scholarship@durhamdst.org or emailed by school counselor)
* Copy of the Letter of Acceptance from college/ university or statement
* A one-page essay emphasizing your academic goals, specific financial needs and how receiving this scholarship might contribute to your achievements.
* A current photo
* School Faculty Letter of Recommendation
The 2026 scholarship application is now available! Please read all instructions below carefully.
All applications must be submitted online. When applying, students are required to upload all supporting documentation at the time of submission. Once submitted, applicants will receive an email confirmation acknowledging receipt of their application.
An official high school transcript, including grade point average and class rank, must be submitted electronically. Transcripts may be sent via an online records request to scholarship@durhamdst.org or emailed directly by the school counselor.
All applications and supporting documentation must be submitted online no later than April 3, 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact scholarship@durhamdst.org
