Scholarship Applications

The Tri Sigma Foundation provides annual graduate and undergraduate scholarships to deserving alumnae and collegians. Several scholarships are restricted to particular chapters/fields of study according to terms of the original endowment. Most endowed Foundation scholarships are merit-based, recognizing outstanding academic achievement, but funds are also available for those looking for a need-based scholarship. Click here to learn more about endowed Foundation scholarships.

Merit-Based


Eligibility: Any Tri Sigma that is enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship, which ranges from $500 to $2000, depending on the amount of funds available. Merit-based scholarship applications are due In late February.

Application: The 2023-24 merit-based scholarship application process is now open. Click here to start your application.

Financial need is not a selection criterion. Scholarship grants will be approved at the Annual Meeting of the Tri Sigma Foundation Board of Directors. No preference will be given to any applicant because of age, race, religion, sexual preference, economic status or ethnic origin, donor status, nor will preference by given to National Officers, other past/present volunteers, or past/present chapter officers.

Requirements:

  1. You must be a member in good standing and not on special consideration.
  2. You must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment at an accredited college or university. Proof of enrollment is required before a scholarship grant is issued.
  3. You must demonstrate leadership and service to your chapter, campus and community.
  4. You must complete the 2023-24 Foundation Scholarship Application and all required data by Feb. 28, 2023.
  5. You cannot have received a scholarship from the Foundation in one of the preceding two years.
  6. You cannot be a current employee or Board member of the Foundation or the Executive Council of the National Organization, or a relative of these individuals, at the time of the scholarship award.
  7. At the end of the school year, you must submit a copy of your official transcript.
  8. Online recommendations are required from two references by the deadline listed above; applications will not be reviewed and considered complete unless the references are included in the application.
  9. You must have the minimum cumulative grade point average required for participation as an active member, 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Need-Based

The Foundation is proud to offer need-based scholarships. This application is heavily based on demonstrated need. Weighing strengths and achievements in and outside the classroom will allow evaluators to better understand applicants’ unique experiences and potential for success.

Eligibility: Any Tri Sigma that is enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a need-based scholarship. Need-based scholarship applications are due late February.

Application: The 2023-24 need-based scholarship application process is now open. Click here to start your application.

The needs-based scholarship will be approved by the Tri Sigma Foundation Board of Directors, and all applicants will be notified by June 1. No preference will be given to any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or donor status. Nor will preference be given to National Officers, other past/present volunteers, or past/present chapter officers.

Requirements:

  1. Applicants must be current, initiated undergraduate/graduate members of Tri Sigma who are in good standing.
  2. Applicants must have proven financial need.
  3. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment at an accredited college or university. Proof of enrollment is required before a scholarship is issued.
  4. You cannot be a current employee or Board member of the Foundation or the Executive Council of the National Organization, or a relative of these individuals, at the time of the scholarship award.

 

Questions regarding scholarship applications can be emailed to foundation@trisigma.org.