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Pi Gamma Omega Scholarship

Supporting African American women who embody the values of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Winter Scholarship - Closed Closed This scholarship is part of the Winter application cycle. The application is open December 1st to February 1st every year. How to Apply

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

- Be an African-American female.
- Be a graduating senior from a high school in Winnebago County.
- Demonstrate a dedication to academic excellence, a zest for life, a sense of purpose, and a commitment to community service.

Written Prompt

Each CFNIL scholarship is created with a specific purpose in mind. As you complete the application, the system automatically matches you with every scholarship for which you are eligible and will present you with a specific written prompt for each. You're encouraged to craft a unique response to each prompt to show the reviewers why you're the best candidate for that scholarship.

Scholarship Background and Intent

This scholarship is provided by the Pi Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. For more information about the programs, efforts and achievements of Alpha Kappa Alpha women, please visit their national website at www.aka1908.com.


This scholarship is provided by the Pi Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Alpha Kappa Alpha is the first and oldest sorority for African American females, and the local Pi Gamma Omega Chapter looks for candidates that demonstrate a dedication to academic excellence, zest for life, sense of purpose, and commitment to community service.
Here, Pi Gamma Omega member Tiana McCall shares her thoughts about the ideal candidate and what it means to continue to provide this scholarship to the community.