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scholarships

In keeping with Alpha Kappa Alpha’s purpose of “cultivating and encouraging high scholastic standards,” Zeta Omega has provided scholarships and awards to deserving area youth. Since 1996, the Zeta Omega Chapter has provided over $285,000 in scholarships.

The 2026 Scholarship applications are now open!

All applications are due by April 30, 2026 by 11:59pm.

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Scholarship Criteria:

  • Must be a current Zeta Omega Debutante

  • Must live in New Castle County, DE

  • Must be majoring in Education upon entering college

  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better

  • Must submit an official transcript

  • Must submit two letters of recommendation

    • One from a school representative

    • One from a community representative

  • Must submit an essay describing why you are majoring in education and why you are deserving of a scholarship.

    • Please also include information detailing your community service work focused on uplifting and positively impacting the urban community

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Scholarship Criteria:

  • Must be a current Debutante Ball Escort

  • Must be a graduating high school senior

  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better

  • Must submit an official transcript

  • Must be attending a college, university or vocational program upon completing high school

  • Must submit one letter of recommendation from a school counselor, teacher, or community leader.

  • Must submit an essay expressing details of their future goals, leadership experiences, and the impact of their role as an escort.

There are other scholarship opportunities available, if you do not qualify for any of the above.

If you have any questions about a particular scholarship, please reach out to scholarship@akazetaomega.org.

If you have any technical difficulties and/or cannot access an application, please reach out to technology@akazetaomega.org.

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Last updated: January 14, 2026

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