July 1, 2024

The Collie J. Nicholson Chapter of Grambling University National Alumni Association offers an Educational Scholarship Award annually to distinguished students whose parents or legal guardian’s primary residence is in the North Dallas Metroplex. Eligible students must demonstrate leadership skills, participate in community service activities, and submit a letter of recommendation from either a school faculty member or manager.  Additionally, applicants are judged on their completion of a 250-word essay based on one of the confronting issues in our society below.

  1. What are solutions to minimize the college dropout rate?
  2. Write an editorial to your mayor complaining about problems in your city.
  3. Why do you think HBCUs are relevant, and what vital role do HBCUs play in our society?

We invite you to apply for our Educational Scholarship Award.  Enclosed is a scholarship application and detailed information outlining the process for completing the application. The deadline for submission of all information is August 5, 2024.  We hope you will consider this scholarship opportunity as you attend Grambling State University.

Shalonda Richardson
President

Dewanna Jefferson
Scholarship Chairman

Collie J. Nicholson Chapter of Grambling State University National Alumni
Educational Scholarship Criteria

Selection Criteria:

  • Minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA.
  • Proven Leadership Qualities obtained either in Extracurricular Activities, Volunteer Services, and/or Employment.
  • Letter of Recommendation highlighting why student should receive the Educational Scholarship.
  • Personal Essay Submission on Selected Topics – 250 words.
  • North Dallas Residency of either Parents or Legal Guardian (North of 635 / LBG Freeway).
  • Incoming Freshmen Only: Provide official acceptance letter issued by Grambling State University and official ACT/SAT scores.
  • Current Enrolled Students Only: Provide an official Grambling State University transcript of the previous semester.

For consideration, all applications must be uploaded to the Collie J. Nicholson (North Dallas) Chapter website by August 5, 2024.

CHECK THE LIST OF ITEMS TO BE INCLUDED.  IF ALL REQUIRED MATERIALS ARE NOT SUBMITTED WITH THE APPLICATION, THE PACKAGE IS CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AND WILL NOT BE EVALUATED.

Scholarship Application

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      Your application must include the following documents:
      - Official transcript with a GPA of 2.5 or better.
      - Personal essay
      - Letter of recommendation (counselor, teacher, principal, manager, or agency of volunteer work).

      Finalists will be notified no later than August 10, 2024. Final selection will be based on the applicant’s essay, GPA, proven leadership skills, and letter of recommendation. Remember, you are responsible for notifying the alumni chapter if there are any changes in your address, telephone number or email address. CHECK THE LIST OF ITEMS TO BE INCLUDED. IF ALL REQUIRED MATERIALS ARE NOT SUMBITTED WITH APPLICATION, THE PACKAGE IS CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AND WILL NOT BE EVALUATED. For additional information, contact Dewanna Jefferson dewannaj@yahoo.com.