The Mary Murphy Scholarship, established by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Century City Alumnae Chapter, is designed to provide financial support to women pursuing graduate and professional degrees, especially in the fields where African American women are underrepresented.
Scholarship Details
- Supports women pursuing graduate or professional degrees
- Focus on fields where African American women are underrepresented
- Selection based on academic achievement, leadership, and civic engagement
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a woman pursuing a graduate or professional degree
- Must demonstrate academic achievement and leadership experience
- Must show involvement in civic engagement or community service
- Must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
- Must be enrolled in or accepted to an academic institution
Application Process
- Complete the scholarship application form in full.
- Obtain two letters of recommendation, one focused on academic or professional achievements and one on civic engagement.
- Provide verification of enrollment or admission to your academic institution.
- Submit an official transcript showing your GPA.
- Ensure all materials are submitted before the April 30th deadline.
- Participate in a required virtual interview if selected as a candidate.
Please make sure you have carefully read the qualifications for this scholarship. All application packets become the property of the Century City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and will not be returned.
