Iota Zeta Sigma Chapter Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Iconic Scholarship 2018 Scholarship Application Packet

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1 Iota Zeta Sigma Chapter Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Iconic Scholarship 2018 Scholarship Application Packet Note: The application deadline for submitting ALL materials is Monday, April 30th by 11:59 pm. No exceptions.

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3 Iconic Scholarship Requirements We are pleased to offer deserving participants a scholarship to assist with the costs associated with college. Scholarships will be awarded annually based on available funding, and are limited to graduating high school seniors/incoming college students. All scholarships are one-time awards. All awards are distributed directly to the student recipient. How to Apply for the 2018 Iconic Scholarship: 1. All applicants must be accepted (and plan to enroll in the fall) at an accredited college or university or professional/technical school. 2. Complete the attached application. 3. All applications must be printed clearly or typed. 4. Applications must be submitted by Monday, April 30, 2018 by 11:59 p.m. along with the required attachments in a large, sealed envelope to : Send electronically to: IZSScholarship@gmail.com Mail to: Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Iota Zeta Sigma Alumnae Chapter Re: Iconic Scholarship P.O. Box Atlanta, GA Required Documents Application College/Professional School Acceptance Letters Two Recommendation Letters (Please provide each Recommender with the instruction sheet included in Part IV WELL IN ADVANCE OF THE DUE DATE.) Transcript Essay (Include as a separate document using the topic supplied in Part V.)

4 SECTION A. General Information (please print or type; items in bold must be completed) Name Last First Middle Initial Date of Birth / / MM/DD/Year Gender Male Female Permanent Address Street City County ZIP Telephone DAY: ( ) EVENING: ( )

5 High School Street Address City County ZIP Dates of Attendance / / to / / Expected Date of Graduation MM/DD/YYYY MM/DD/YYYY / / MM/DD/YYYY Are you currently planning to attend college in the upcoming school year? Yes No If no, when do you plan on attending college? If yes, which of the following do you plan to attend? Two-year institution Four-year institution Professional or technical school Please list all colleges/universities to which you ve been accepted, and attach copies of your acceptance letters.

6 SECTION B. Activities and Awards (please print or type; items in bold must be completed) Use an additional sheet if necessary Extracurricular Activities Name of Organization/Group/Sport Location Years Involved Positions Held Activities/Community Service/Volunteer Activities Name of Organization/Group Location Years Involved Positions Held

7 Please note: This section should be completed and signed by high school counselor. Please attach an official or unofficial high school transcript and/or copy of GED certificate (if applicable) and college acceptance letters (if applicable). Items in bold must be completed. High School Street Address City County ZIP Counselor Name Telephone Number ( ) Dates of Attendance / / to / / Expected Date of Graduation MM/DD/YYYY MM/DD/YYYY / / MM/DD/YYYY I certify that the information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I realize that if complete and accurate documentation is not provided, the Applicant may be deemed ineligible for the 2018 Iconic Scholarship. High School Counselor Signature of Counselor (Please Print) Date:

8 Mother/Guardian: (please print or type; items in bold must be completed) Name: Last First Middle Initial Permanent Address Street City County State ZIP Telephone Number DAY: ( ) EVENING: ( ) Father/Guardian: (please print or type; items in bold must be completed) Name: Last First Middle Initial Permanent Address Street City County State ZIP Telephone Number DAY: ( ) EVENING: ( ) We certify that the information we have provided is true and complete to the best of our knowledge.. We realize that if complete and accurate documentation is not provided, the Applicant may be deemed ineligible for this scholarship. Parent or Guardian Signature of Parent or Guardian (Please Print) Date:

9 SECTION A. Letter of Recommendation 1 Each applicant is to submit two letters of recommendation, at least one of which must be from an academic official (i.e. teacher, counselor, principal, etc.) or supervisor or coach with whom you worked while performing voluntary/community/extracurricular activities. Name of person furnishing recommendation : Relationship to applicant as described above : The letter of recommendation must be sealed and the person furnishing recommendation must provide a signature over the seal. Please note: all letters must be collected by applicant before April 30, 2018 and submitted along with complete application package.

10 SECTION B. Letter of Recommendation 2 Each applicant is to submit two letters of recommendation, at least one of which must be from an academic official (i.e. teacher, counselor, principal, etc.) or supervisor or coach with whom you worked while performing voluntary/community/extracurricular activities. Name of person furnishing recommendation: Relationship to applicant as described above: The letter of recommendation must be sealed and the person furnishing recommendation must provide a signature over the seal. Please note: all letters must be collected by applicant before April 30, 2018 and submitted along with complete application package.

11 Each applicant is required to submit an essay addressing the following question: If you could travel back in time three years, what advice would you give to your younger self? The essay must be words, double-spaced, 12 pt. font, with 1" margins. Please be sure to include your name and phone number at the top of each page.

12 This page must be signed and dated by applicant. I certify that the information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. If required, I agree to provide additional proof of the information. I realize that if documentation is not provided, or is determined to be inaccurate, I may be deemed ineligible for the 2018 Iconic Scholarship. Student/Applicant Signature of Student/Applicant (Please Print) Date:

13 To ensure that your application is considered by the Scholarship Committee, use this checklist to make sure that all parts of your application are completed and all required materials are included. Incomplete packets or those not submitted by April 30, :59 p.m. will NOT be considered. Did You Read and review all requirements? Complete student information pages? Include copies of your acceptance letter(s)? List any activities and awards, honors, and extracurricular activities? Have your school counselor complete and sign academic information page? Have your parents/guardians complete and sign parent/guardian information page? Obtain two (2) letters of recommendation? Complete required essay? Read and sign applicant acknowledgement page? Make sure the complete packet contains appropriate postage if mailing? Submit application packet by April 30, 2018 at 11:59 p.m. Send electronically to: Mail to: Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Iota Zeta Sigma Alumnae Chapter Re: Iconic Scholarship P.O. Box Atlanta, GA If you have any questions about completing your application, please send an to Thank you for your interest and please make sure that your entire scholarship packet is complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the scholarship.