NPHC Scholarship Application

Birmingham Chapter

The National Pan-Hellenic Council is the governing body of the nine historically African-American fraternities and sororities. These organizations are committed to scholarship, community service and cultural enrichment. The primary purpose of the National Pan-Hellenic Council is to create and maintain high standards and to perpetuate constructive relationships both within and among our affiliate organizations. NPHC affiliates and their respective members have pledged to devote their resources to service in their communities as well as a lifetime commitment to the goals and ideals of each organization.

In said commitment to scholarship, community service and cultural enrichment, the National Pan-Hellenic Council awards scholarships to graduating seniors that exemplify high academic achievement, leadership, and involvement within the community. The scholarships will be awarded at the winners’ Awards Day Ceremonies at his/her schools. The application, essay and letters of recommendation will be reviewed by the National Pan-Hellenic Council Birmingham Chapter’s Scholarship Committee.

To be considered a candidate for the NPHC Scholarship Award for 2014-2015, the following criteria are mandatory:

1.  Complete attached application

2.  Submit official school transcript showing a 3.0 GPA or higher

3.  Submit three letters of recommendation (must not be a relative)

4.  Submit verification that 50 hours of community service have been completed

5.  Submit documentation listing involvement in any extra-curricular activities

6.  An essay (500 words) disclosing information about yourself and how a college education will positively affect your life

The completed application package must be postmarked by March 16, 2015.

Application should be submitted to:

NPHC – Birmingham Chapter

Scholarship Committee

P.O. Box 10741

Birmingham, AL 35202

National Pan-Hellenic Council

Birmingham Chapter

National Pan-Hellenic Council Scholarship Application

Name______

Address______

Phone Number______

Current High School______

Expected Graduation Date______Intended University/College______

Community Service (if more space is needed, attach a separate sheet of paper):

Name of Organization______

Contact Person______

Volunteer Dates______

Volunteer Hours per Week______

Name of Organization______

Contact Person______

Volunteer Dates______

Volunteer Hours per Week______

Extracurricular Activities (if more space is needed, attach a separate sheet of paper):

Name of Club/Team______

Positions Held______

Dates in Club/Team______

Name of Club/Team______

Positions Held______

Dates in Club/Team______

Awards or Honors Earned: (if more space is needed, attach a separate sheet of paper):

Name of Award/Honor______

Date Received______

Name of Award/Honor______

Date Received______