2025 Scholarships

Omicron Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is pleased to invite college-bound students to apply for one of our 2025 Scholarships.  

Since 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated has implemented programs that impact countless lives by providing “Service to all Mankind.” The current International Program focuses on "Soaring to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhood". This administration has six initiatives.  Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority are addressing community needs with five initiatives that will serve as the “Program Initiatives” which include:   

• Empower Our Families: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has a strong history of supporting and servicing families, for we understand a healthy family is the foundation of a healthy community. We will take a multi-generational approach to fortify families within our communities by addressing child hunger and promoting positive youth development and leadership, mental well-being, and senior life. 
• Build Our Economic Wealth: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is launching our most progressive and revolutionary economic initiatives this century. This administration has created institutional-level solutions to combat institutional-level challenges. We will further encourage and equip our members to place key strategies into action to build personal, organizational, and community economic wealth.
• Enhance Our Environment: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority will employ select strategies to optimize our collective ability and to improve and protect the environment at scale. We will prioritize activities that promote the adoption of more sustainable and responsible practices. 
• Advocate For Social Justice: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority always has been at the forefront of social justice to promote fairness and equity. We stand in the gap to empower our communities and act in the best interests of all people through social advocacy and justice. We will equip communities with the tools, knowledge, and support to activate their voices and mobilize self-help to empower communities to help themselves.
• Uplift Our Local Community: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority reigns supreme in its mission of “Service to All Mankind.” Given the engagement of more than 1,046 chapters across an international landscape, we have an ongoing history and reputation for making a global impact through local change. We will celebrate excellence, promote a focus on service, and stimulate effective culture and showcase best practices—”Local Change, Big Impact, and Global Showcase.”

Omicron Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., focusing on Montclair, Bloomfield, and West Essex will award scholarships in four categories:  

1. HBCU (Historically Black College and University)  
2. Community Service 
3. STEAM Scholarship (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math)  
4. The Doris H. Coleman Butterfly Book Scholarship  

Below is the scholarship application criteria for the 2025 Awards.  Please note that applicants are expected to follow all guidelines of the outlined process. Incomplete packages will not be considered. 

Online applications should be completed by April 20, 2025 and all supporting information must be submitted to OXOSCHOLARSHIP@GMAIL.COM by April 20, 2025.   All vetted applicants must be available to attend a brief interview. 

Also, we encourage you to visit the Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation, Incorporated (E.A.F) website which is www.akaeaf.org and apply for additional scholarships. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Nancy Howe at oxoscholarship@gmail.com. 

Sincerely, 

Candace Jefferson, President 

Kimberly Cummings and Samira Barnes, Scholarship Committee Co-Chairmen

1. GPA 3.0  
2. Demonstrate financial need by submitting a copy of the applicant’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)/Student Aid Report (SAR)
3. An official transcript  
4. One (1) letter of recommendation  
5. A Personal Statement  
6. Copy of College Acceptance Letter

•  Attend a historically Black college or university

• Recommendation letter must reflect community service

1. Pursue a college major in a STEAM field 
2. Recommendation letter must come from an Art, Math, Science, or Technology teacher.

The Doris H. Coleman Butterfly Book Scholarship will be awarded by Mrs. Jan Murphy, daughter of the late Doris H. Coleman. Mrs. Murphy observed her mother’s affinity for butterflies that graced her flower and vegetable gardens every summer. Doris found much joy in interacting with butterflies while she was working in her gardens and while she was relaxing on her front porch.  Doris was initiated to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. at South Carolina State University. She took much pride in being a charter member of Omicron Xi Omega Chapter, and she was a Golden member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. It is preferred, but not required, for the student receiving this scholarship to attend her alma mater. 

The applicant must meet the following requirements:  

1. Submit an autobiographical sketch or a resume highlighting your achievements and community service including a written statement articulating how you have achieved against the odds
2. Recommendation letter must come from a teacher or guidance counselor

 All applicants must submit a personal statement on a topic of your choice. Your essay must be typewritten using a 12 point font, double spaced, and no more than 500 words. 

• About Yourself
• Personal Growth
• Learning From Obstacles

[ ] COMPLETED APPLICATION

[ ] LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION

[ ] OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT

[ ] COPY OF COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE LETTER

[ ]  PERSONAL STATEMENT

[ ]  COPY OF FAFSA/SAR

[ ]  WALLET SIZE COLOR PHOTOGRAPH