Iota Zeta Sigma ChapterSigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Iconic Scholarship

2020Scholarship Application Packet

Note: The application deadline for submitting ALL materials is Monday, June 1 by 11:59 pm. No exceptions.

PART I APPLICANT INFORMATION

Iconic Scholarship Requirements

We are pleased to offer deserving applicants a scholarship to assist with the costs associated with college. A $1,000-dollar scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior planning to attend a college or university in the fall. All scholarships are one-time awards distributed directly to the student.

How to Apply for the 2019 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. (Printed clearly or typed)3. State of Georgia resident4. Attend high school in Cobb, Dekalb or Gwinnett County School System5. Applications must be submitted by EMAIL before Monday, June 1, 2020 by 11:59 p.m.

along with complete application package.

Send electronically to: IZSScholarship@gmail.com Use in Subject Line: IS/ (Student’s Name)

Required Documents▪ Application▪ College/Professional School Acceptance Letters (No More than TWO Attached)▪ Two Recommendation Letters (Please provide each Recommender with the instruction

sheet included in Part III WELL IN ADVANCE OF THE DUE DATE.)▪ Transcript▪ Essay (Include as a separate document using the topic supplied in Part IV.)

*Please note: We no longer accept mail in applications. All applications must be sent email. : IZSScholarship@gmail.com Use in Subject Line: IS/ (Student’s Name)

PART I APPLICANT INFORMATION

SECTION A. General Information (please print or type; items in bold must be completed)

Name                  

Last First Middle InitialDate of Birth    /   /    

MM/DD/Year

Gender Male☐ Female☐

Permanent Address     

Street                 

City County ZIP

Telephone DAY: (   )     –      EVENING: (   )     –     Email

High School      

Street Address      

     

                 City County ZIP

Expected Date of Graduation

   /  /    

MM/DD/YYYY

Please list all colleges/universities /tech to which you’ve been accepted, and attach copies of no more than two acceptance letters.

           

           

PART I APPLICANT INFORMATION

Student Name                  Last First M.I.

SECTION B. Activities and Awards (please print or type; items in bold must be completed) Use an additional sheet if necessary.

Extracurricular ActivitiesName of Organization/Group/Sport Location Years Involved Positions Held

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Activities/Community/Volunteer/WorkplaceName of Organization/Group/Work Location Years Involved Positions Held

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PART II APPLICANT INFORMATION

Student Name                  Last First M.I.

Please note: 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 (   )     –  ___   

Uploaded as an PDF and sent electronically to: IZSScholarship@gmail.com Use in Subject Line: IS/ (Student’s Name)

*Please note: We no longer accept mail in applications. All applications must be sent email: IZSScholarship@gmail.com Use in Subject Line: IS/ (Student’s Name)

PART IV APPLICANT INFORMATION

Student Name                  Last First M.I.

SECTION A. Letters of Recommendation

Each applicant is to submit two letters of recommendation. At least one letter of which must be from an academic official (i.e. teacher, counselor, principal, etc.). The second letter from a supervisor, church member or anyone not in immediate family that can attest to your work ethic, leadership and overall character.

Name of person furnishing recommendation:      

Relationship to applicant as described above:      

Name of person furnishing recommendation:      

Relationship to applicant as described above:      

The letter of recommendation must be signed, uploaded as an PDF and sent electronically to: IZSScholarship@gmail.com Use in Subject Line: IS/ (Student’s Name)

*Please note: all letters must be received by email June 1, 2020 and submitted along with complete application package.

We no longer accept mail in applications. All applications must be sent email: IZSScholarship@gmail.com Use in Subject Line: IS/ (Student’s Name)

PART IV APPLICANT INFORMATION

Student Name                  Last First M.I.

Each applicant is required to submit an essay addressing the following question in a separate document: How do you see the importance of Resiliency in the wake of social media, mental health and society, how has Resiliency it played a part in your life or what have you seen or overcome in high school?

The essay must be 500-700 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.

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 2019 Iconic Scholarship.

Student/Applicant      (Please Print)

Signature of Student/Applicant       Date:

     

PART V APPLICANT INFORMATION

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 20, 2020 11:59 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? ☐

▪ Obtain two (2) letters of recommendation? ☐

▪ Complete required essay? ☐▪ Read and sign applicant acknowledgement page? ☐

▪ Make sure the complete packet ☐▪ Submit application packet (EMAIL) by June 1, 2020 at 11:59 p.m.

*Please note: We no longer accept mail in applications. All applications must be sent email: IZSScholarship@gmail.com Use in Subject Line: IS/ (Student’s Name)

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.

If you have any questions about completing your application, please send an email to IZSScholarship@gmail.com