2022 Scholarships

Omicron Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is pleased to invite college bound students to apply for one of our 2022 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 Exemplifying Excellence through Sustainable Service. Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority are addressing community needs with service initiatives in five target areas:   

• The HBCU for Life: A Call to Action The goal is to stamp the Alpha Kappa Alpha brand of financial support on each HBCU campus to help students remain in school, complete their course of study, and receive their college degrees.  
• Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Women’s Healthcare and Wellness target continues to focus on strong health awareness through breast cancer awareness and prevention, heart health, nutrition and wellness, and care for the caregivers.  
• Under The Arts target, students are exposed to arts enrichment and culture by focusing on visual and performing arts and by showcasing talent through the exploration of writers, entertainers and various other artists. 
• The Building your Economic Legacy target focuses on financial planning, asset accumulation, and wealth building including savings and investments, managing debt, and improving credit. 
• Through the Global Impact target, Alpha Kappa Alpha will engage in programming designed to enhance the international footprint of the sorority through partnerships with the following: National Global Impact Day, Global Assistance Activities, Soles 4 Souls, Lions Club International, Pillowcase Project, Refugees in America Assistance Program (RAAP).  

The Signature Program is #CAPsm which is the abbreviation for College Admissions Process. It is designed to assist students in their efforts to enter college by providing a hands-on approach that includes all the steps from researching various colleges to completing the application process.   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 2022 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 May 1, 2022 and all supporting information must be submitted to OXOSCHOLARSHIP@GMAIL.COM by May 1, 2022.   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 Kimberly Cummings at 973-303-6176. 

Sincerely, 

Jasmine Malloy

President 

Kimberly Cummings

Scholarship Committee Chairperson 

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