The Jennifer A Carter Book Scholarship is a one-year, non-renewable monetary award to be applied toward expenses incurred for a Mercer County resident who is (1) a high school senior who will attend an accredited four-year college or university in New Jersey OR (2) a county college student who is transferring to an accredited four-year college or university in New Jersey.
Scholarship Details
- One-year, non-renewable monetary award
- Minimum scholarship amount: $500
- Applies toward book and education-related expenses
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Mercer County resident
- Must be a high school senior who will attend an accredited four-year college or university in New Jersey or a county college student who is transferring to an accredited four-year college or university in New Jersey
- Must have a competitive GPA
- Must demonstrate leadership through school and community involvement
- Transfer students must provide proof of acceptance to a four-year college or university in New Jersey
Application Process
- Complete and sign the official scholarship application form
- Attach an official college transcript showing your cumulative GPA
- Transfer students must also include a copy of their admission letter
- Submit two letters of reference: One from a professor or academic advisor and one from a non-relative adult who can attest to your character
- Write and include a personal statement describing your experiences, activities, and aspirations
Soror Jennifer A. Carter was inducted into Gamma Omicron Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. at Metropolitan State College (now University) on April 15, 1993. Soror Carter was a Life Member and received Ruby Member Status (22+ years of service) before entering Omega Rho on September 20, 2016. Before her untimely transition, Soror Carter was a very active member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. on the local, regional, and international level. In efforts to continue her legacy of "Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Service", Mu Lambda Sigma Alumnae Chapter created a scholarship fund in her name and memory for deserving students.
