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Delaware State University Foundation

Alumni Legacy Scholarship

This scholarship is designed for Delaware State University students who have a parent or grandparent who graduated from DSU. It requires applicants to submit letters of recommendation and a personal essay detailing their legacy connection.

Award

Varies

Deadline

May 30, 2026

Level

Undergraduate

Status

Closed for this cycle

All majors

Who is eligible

  • Must be a returning, current, or accepted transfer student at Delaware State University
  • Must have a parent or grandparent who is an alumnus of Delaware State University
  • Must meet general DSU scholarship eligibility (minimum 2.5 GPA, full-time status, and valid FAFSA on file)

What you'll need

  • Submit three letters of recommendation, including at least one from a DSU alumna/alumnus
  • Write a 250-word essay describing what receiving the scholarship means to you, why you are requesting support, and why you should be selected
  • The essay must explicitly include the name of the parent or grandparent who is a DSU alumnus

How to apply

  • Complete the general scholarship application online at desu.awardspring.com.
  • Submit the three letters of recommendation to the Alumni Legacy Scholarship Committee via mail or email (dsufoundation@desu.edu) no later than May 4, 2026.

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