Originally titled the “Gamma Rho Sigma Chapter College Scholarship Program”, the fund was created to provide tuition assistance to deserving students during their undergraduate studies. Throughout the years the chapter is proud to have been able to contribute valuable assistance to the college training of professionals in the fields of Accounting, Law, Education, Social Work and more.
Scholarship Details
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded for the purpose of pursuing in a degree in any major field of study. The awards are for one year only and will be dispersed at $500 per semester.
Eligibility
- Male of African or African-American descent.
- High school graduate
- Minimum GPA of 3.0; based on a 4.0 scale.
- Demonstrated community service, volunteer commitment, initiative, and leadership skills.
- Resident of Queens County or Nassau County.
Application
- Provide written acceptance letter for the Fall academic school year from your selected College or University.
- Completed application package:
- Completed application form. If under 18 years of age, application form must be signed by parent or guardian.
- Unofficial high school transcripts
- Applicant photo
- Two professional letters of recommendation (one from each category) - Academic Achievement (HS Teacher/Counselor/Principal, etc. and Community Service (Religious Leader, Work supervisor, Community/Volunteer Project Leader, etc.)
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded for the purpose of pursuing in a degree in any major field of study. The awards are for one year only and will be dispersed at $500 per semester. Eligibility: Male and of African or African-American descent; High school graduate with a minimum GPA of 3.0; based on a 4.0 scale; Demonstrated community service, volunteer commitment, initiative, and leadership skills; and a Resident of Queens County or Nassau County.
