SCHOLARSHIP
Continuing the Legacy of Promoting Higher Education…
Founded in 1908 at Howard University, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is the oldest Greek letter organization established in America by African American college educated women. Since its founding, the sorority has flourished into a globally impactful organization of over 360,000 college trained members bound by the bond of sisterhood and empowered by the commitment to servant-leadership that is both domestic and international in its scope. The dynamic group of women who organized the Sorority were concerned about the social issues of their time. One generation removed from slavery, these young women understood the privilege that they had to pursue their education at a highly respected institution. With this opportunity, these women used their college experiences to address the challenges in their community.
Xi Delta Omega Chapter is an alumni chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® serving Harford and Cecil Counties of Maryland since 1982. We are dedicated to continuing Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated's® legacy in promoting high scholastic and ethical standards through service and scholarship. For over 40 years, Xi Delta Omega has awarded over $200,000 in scholarships.
Requirements & Eligibility
Xi Delta Omega Chapter is in search of high school students graduating in 2025. We will award four scholarships to high school seniors and one to a previous XDO Scholarship recipient currently enrolled in a four year college pursuing a Bachelor's Degree. Providing scholarship awards actuates one of our goals for the sorority's Educational Advancement Foundation, which is to promote lifelong learning.
Scholarships
Sara E. Roy Memorial Scholarship - valued at $3,000
Mildred G. Stansbury Memorial Scholarship - valued at $2,000
Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Scholarship - valued at $2,000
Doris G. Carey Honorary Book Award Scholarship - valued at $1,000
*Xi Delta Omega Continuing Education Scholarship - valued at $2,000 - Apply here
Xi Delta Omega Need-based Scholarship - Apply here
NOTE: Please review each scholarship requirement and criteria on the application as they may vary.
Eligibility:
1. Applicant must reside in Harford or Cecil County, Maryland.
2. Applicant must be a May or June 2023 graduating high school senior.
3. Applicant must be planning to attend an accredited 4-year college, university, or other higher learning
institution. Scholarship recipients must provide proof of acceptance and enrollment before funds are
disbursed. Awards will be sent directly to the Financial Aid Office.
4. A minimum 3.0 grade point average on a 4-point scale (unweighted) is required.
5. Application packet must include official transcripts.
6. A 250-500 word typed essay on an assigned topic is required. Topic will be given during the window of the
application process.
7. Two (2) letters of recommendation as indicated in application form.
All application packets must be postmarked by March 14, 2025. Incomplete or late application packets will not be considered.
Please mail application packet to:
Xi Delta Omega Chapter
Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 663
Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078
2025 Scholarship Application