Clearwater
Alumnae Chapter
1913
ΔΣΘ
1977
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Clearwater Alumnae Chapter
P. O. Box 8264
Clearwater, Florida 33758
Delta Sigma Theta
Sorority, Inc.
October 1, 2014
Kelli Mitchell
Guidance Counselor & Department Head
410 Missouri
Largo, FL 33770-1562
Dear Ms. Mitchell,
Please find enclosed a scholarship application and eligibility requirements for deserving seniors
from Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Please feel free to make as many copies as needed. Winners from Pinellas County will be
awarded their scholarship letters May 9, 2015 at the Annual Joseph L. Carwise Minority
Banquet.
Thank you,
Christina T. Hinton
Christina T. Hinton
Scholarship Committee Chair
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Clearwater
Alumnae Chapter
1913
ΔΣΘ
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Clearwater Alumnae Chapter
P. O. Box 8264
Clearwater, Florida 33758
1977
Delta Sigma Theta
Sorority, Inc.
College Scholarship Cover Letter
RE:
2015 Scholarship Information
The Clearwater Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. recognizes the outstanding
academic achievement of graduates in the Pasco and Pinellas County high schools. The
scholarship program is designed to provide funds to female and male minority students of
African American heritage who aspire to attend a university or college.
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a graduating female or male high school senior of African American heritage.

Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. Cumulative is defined as of January of the year
of application submission.
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Must be actively involved in community service.
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Must submit an official transcript. (Transcript must include grades 9-11 and the first quarter of
grade 12).

The applicant must reside and attend school within our designated service area (in Pinellas
County north of Ulmerton Road or in Pasco County west of Highway 54).

Must submit two (2) recent signed letters of recommendation for consideration. The letters may
be from either of the following: student’s current teachers, counselor, school administrator and
from a minister or someone from the community who can comment on their character.

The applicant must submit a two-page essay (typed and double spaced) on a topic to be
determined by the Scholarship and Standards Committee. (Refer to Application)
Send completed application, attachments, official transcript and recommendations to:
Clearwater Alumnae Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Attn: Scholarship Committee/Christina T. Hinton
P.O. Box 8264
Clearwater, FL 33758-8264
Application Deadline: March 21, 2015. All materials must be received or postmarked by
March 21, 2015. Any incomplete application or any application received after deadline date will
not be eligible. The student may be contacted for a personal interview. Scholarship recipients
will be announced at the Annual Joseph L. Carwise Minority Banquet on May 9, 2015.
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Clearwater
Alumnae Chapter
1913
ΔΣΘ
1977
Delta Sigma Theta
Sorority, Inc.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Clearwater Alumnae Chapter
P. O. Box 8264
Clearwater, Florida 33758
College Scholarship Application
PART I: PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name (Last, First, Middle):____________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian: ___________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: ______________________Cell Phone: __________________E-mail: ______________________
Current High School: ___________________________________ Cumulative GPA 2.75 or higher: ___________
Demographic Information: Gender: ___________________________
Race: ___________________________
Please list the colleges and/or universities you have applied to and indicate your acceptance status:
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Prospective College Major: ___________________________________________________________________
What are your career plans: ___________________________________________________________________
Are you currently employed? If so, indicate where and for how long? ___________________________________
PART II: SCHOOL ACTIVITIES, COMMUNITY SERVICE, AND HONORS/AWARDS
Please list your extra-curricular school and community service activities (i.e. student government, athletics, church
participation, etc.) extent of your involvement and dates of service). Please attach additional sheets if necessary:
Extra-Curricular/School Activities: ______________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Community/Civic Involvement: _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Clearwater Alumnae Chapter
College Scholarship Application (cont’d)
Please list any honors or awards received: ______________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Are you the recipient of any other scholarships? If yes are, what is/are the source(s) and for what amount(s)?
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
PART III: ESSAY
On a separate sheet of paper, please write on the following topic: If you had the authority to change your school in a
positive way, what specific changes would you make?
Please elaborate, be able to support your view(s), and provide examples as deemed necessary for clarification. The
essay must be typed, a minimum of two (2) pages including an introduction, body and conclusion. You will be assessed
on clarity, development of your thoughts, grammar, and style. Please include your name at the top of your essay.
Certification:
Important: Your signature is required below. Without your signature, your application is incomplete and it may
not be processed.
I certify that the information provided in this application is true, complete and accurate and that all statements and essay
is my own work. A scholarship award from the Clearwater Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. may be
denied or revoked if any information contained herein is found to be inaccurate. Should I receive an award, I hereby
give the Clearwater Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. permission to utilize my name, picture and award
amount in publicity and/or marketing materials.
Name of Applicant (Please print): ______________________________________________________________
Signature of Applicant: ______________________________________________________________________
Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian: ___________________________________________________________
Date: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Mail the completed application along with 2 letters of recommendations and an official transcript to the
chapter post office box to the attention of Christina T. Hinton, Scholarship Committee Chairperson by
March 21, 2015 deadline.
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