Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Beta Iota Lambda Chapter
Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship
The Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship award is open to Beta Iota Lambda Chapter mentees and affiliates who are preparing to pursue a bachelor degree, associate degree, technical diploma or certificate at a U.S. accredited college or university. Contingent upon the availability of funding, the scholarship is a one-time only award and will be paid during the first academic year of official enrollment in a four-year University or College or a Career/Vocational/Technical program.
The Scholarship will be paid in two equal installments. The first installment will be paid upon receipt of proof of enrollment at a four-year University/College or Career/Vocational/Technical program. The second installment will be paid upon receipt of an official transcript that shows satisfactory academic progress for the first semester of enrollment (completion of at least 12 credit hours with a minimum grade point average of 2.75).
APPLICATION OPENS: February 1, 2023
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 1, 2023
Completed Application Packet and ALL supplemental documents shall be submitted to:
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Beta Iota Lambda Chapter
Attn: Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship Committee
PO Box 4973
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
In support of educational development and academic excellence, the Alpha Enrichment Foundation on behalf of the Beta Iota Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. offers the following types of scholarships:
Scholarship Type
Award Amount
Alpha Enrichment Foundation
$1,200
Career/Vocational/Technical
$800
Book Scholarship*
$250
*Installment of Book Scholarship shall be paid as a one-time, single semester payment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Applicant must meet the following criteria for consideration of an Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship Award:
1) Applicant must reside within East Baton Rouge Parish or neighboring parishes (within an approximate 40 mile radius of Baton Rouge, LA); and
2) Must be a Male high school senior graduating in Spring 2023; and
3) Projected completion of the current TOPS core curriculum before graduation from High School; and
4) Plan to attend a four-year University or College OR a Career/Vocational/Technical program as a full-time student; and
5) Minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and minimum; and
6) Minimum ACT score of 20 (or equivalent on SAT) if attending four-year University/ College OR minimum ACT score of 17 (or equivalent on SAT) if attending Career/Vocational/Technical program.
The following documents MUST be attached to and submitted in conjunction with the completed application:
1) Official High School Transcript. The high school transcript must include the (1) seven semesters of your high school matriculation, (2) cite the cumulative grade point average, and (3) be in an envelope sealed and signed by a school official.
2) Test Scores. A copy of your SAT or ACT scores sent directly from your high school in an envelope sealed and signed by a school official.
3) School Recommendation. One typed, signed, and dated current 2022/2023 letter of recommendation from a school official (i.e. principal, teacher/instructor, counselor, advisor, etc.) on the school’s official letter head. The recommendation should include the length of time the recommender has known the applicant and in what capacity; and highlight the applicant’s academic achievements, personal characteristics and leadership ability/skills.
4) Essay. Typed one page essay providing (1) biographical sketch that includes extracurricular and leadership activities, (2) applicants’ educational goals and ambitions, and (3) statement on why the candidate believes he should be awarded an Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship.
5) Color Photograph. Recent portrait (wallet size senior picture/headshot). No proofs or personality shots. Applicant’s name should be printed on the back of the photo.
6) *Community Service Recommendation. One typed, signed, and dated current 2021/2022 letter of recommendation from a community service official or authorized representative of an organization verifying applicant’s current community service involvement. The letter must be on the organization’s official letterhead. The recommendation should include the length of time the recommender has known the applicant and in what capacity; and demonstrate active involvement to benefit the organization and/or community.
*In light of the pandemic environment, we recognize this situation may have restricted opportunities for applicants to engage in community service activities. We will thus evaluate applications accordingly.
SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION AND CRITERIA
ALPHA ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP: Provides a financial award to students who seek to advance their education by enrolling in an accredited four-year University/College. Students applying for the Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship must meet the following criteria:
· Reside within East Baton Rouge Parish or neighboring parishes;
· Be a 2022 high school graduate with a grade point average of 3.0 or above;
· Be a high school senior with a minimum ACT score of 20 (or equivalent on SAT);
· Be able to demonstrate community or extracurricular involvement; and
· Be accepted by or planning to attend an accredited four-year University/College as a full-time student beginning in the fall of 2023.
CAREER/VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP: Provides a financial award to students who seek to advance their education by participating in a vocational or technical program. These programs traditionally focus on specific vocation skills needed for certain occupations. Students applying for the Career/Vocational/Technical Scholarship must meet the following criteria:
· Reside within East Baton Rouge Parish or neighboring parishes;
· Be a 2023 high school graduate with a grade point average of 3.0 or above;
· Be a high school senior with a minimum ACT score of 17 (or equivalent on SAT);
· Be able to demonstrate community or extracurricular involvement; and
· Be accepted by or planning to attend a Career/Vocational/Technical program as a full-time student beginning in the Fall of 2023.
BOOK SCHOLARSHIP: The Book Scholarship provides a financial award for students to purchase textbooks. The Book Scholarship is available to high school students who meet the following criteria:
Reside within East Baton Rouge Parish or neighboring parishes;
Be a 2023 high school graduate with a grade point average of 3.0 or above;
Be able to demonstrate community or extracurricular involvement; and
Be accepted by or planning to attend an accredited four-year University/College or Career/Vocational/Technical program as a full-time student beginning in the fall of 2023.
OR
Reside within East Baton Rouge Parish or neighboring parishes;
Be a 2023 high school graduate with qualifying minimum ACT score (or SAT equivalent);
Be able to demonstrate community or extracurricular involvement; and
Be accepted by or planning to attend an accredited four-year University/College or Career/Vocational/Technical program as a full-time student beginning in the fall of 2023..
FOR OUR FUTURE AWARD
In addition to applying for the Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship, applicants seeking to enroll into an education institution within the University of Louisiana System may also apply and receive consideration for the “For Our Future Award.” The Award will provide up to a Maximum of $5,000 per academic year for applicants who have a demonstrated and documented need. To apply and receive additional information, please visit the following website: https://www.ulsystem.edu/forourfutureaward.
Please note that this award is separate from the Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship award, therefore, applicants must apply separately. Further, any applicant who qualifies for and receives the For Our Future Award will not be eligible to receive the Alpha Enrichment Foundation Scholarship award.
NOTICE OF AWARD DECISION
Applications will be evaluated by May 15, 2023 and successful applicants will be notified thereafter via email.
