Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter Scholarship Application

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter P.O. Box84 Bear, Delaware 19701 Internet: www.zphib1920epz.org Phone: 302-715-1920

Dear Applicant: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter is seeking college bound, serious minded graduating high school seniors for scholarship award(s) for the 2013 – 2014 school year.

The purpose of the scholarship is to assist graduating high school seniors in obtaining a college education and to promote Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc scholarship principles. This scholarship targets under-represented minority students (African-Americans, Latinos, and Native Americans) who are currently high school seniors, residing in New Castle County, Delaware. It is particularly aimed at African-American females.

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. In addition, the applicant must be accepted at a college or university granting a four-year degree. The recipient must provide proof of acceptance and enrollment before funds will be dispensed.

Accompanying this letter is the scholarship application. All applications must be postmarked by January 31, 2013, and mailed to the following address: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter c/o Scholarship Programs P.O. Box 84 Bear, Delaware 19701 Please contact me at (302) 715-1920 or C.Macklin@zphib1920epz.org if you have questions.

Sincerely,

Cleshea Y.A. Macklin Director of Scholarship Committee

Lynnette Hudson 2nd Vice President Epsilon Rho Zeta

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter P.O. Box84 Bear, Delaware 19701 Internet: www.zphib1920epz.org Phone: 302-715-1920 Please type or use blue or black ink.

Academic Scholarship Application Personal Information Name

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Address

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Home Telephone __________________ Cell Telephone__________________ Date of Birth ___________ Parent

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Education High School

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Extracurricular Activities

Graduation Date ______________

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Awards and Honors

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Name and Address of College you plan to attend _____________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ Accepted at that College? Yes ____ No ____ If yes, date to start college ___________________________ Prospective College Major ________________________________________________________________ How did you learn about this scholarship? ____________________________________________________ Do you know a member of this organization or a member of one of its affiliates (Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Youth Auxiliary, Zeta Amicae)? Yes ____ No ____ If yes, who? _______________________ Relationship _______________ Organization _______________________________ Essay: What are your career goals and what characteristics do you possess that will make you successful in this endeavor?

(Please attach type written sheet, 500 words or less) Please include  2 letters of recommendation (one from an instructor, the other may be from an instructor, guidance counselor, minister, or community leader)  Applicant’s most recent transcript - with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Mail to:

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter c/o Scholarship Programs Committee P.O. Box 84 Bear, Delaware 19701

All materials must be postmarked by January 31, 2013.