Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Beta Iota Zeta Chapter
Monica L. Taylor Community Service Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a qualifying African-American high school senior from the Bloomington/Normal area who contributes to their community through volunteer work and plans to attend an accredited vocational school, college, or university.
Award
Not specified
Deadline
April 24 (annually)
Level
Undergraduate
Status
Usually due April 24 – next cycle expected
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- Application effort
- High (essay, recommendation letters, transcript)
- Who can apply
- Undergraduate students, minimum GPA 3.5
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Who is eligible
- Must be an African-American high school senior
- Must attend high school in the Bloomington/Normal area
- Must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 5.0 (or equivalent)
- Must contribute to the community by volunteering in community service activities
- Must plan to continue academic studies at an accredited vocational school, college, or university
What you'll need
- Completed scholarship application
- Most recent high school transcript
- A letter of recommendation from the person who supervised the community service work completed by the student
- Essay (at least 750 words, typed, double spaced, Times New Roman, 12 pt., including student's name, date, and essay title): "Young people are increasingly leading service efforts related to issues such as food insecurity, educational access, or civic engagement. Describe a time you took initiative to address a need in your community. What motivated you and what impact did your efforts have? How did this experience shape your perspectives, and how will it guide your academic or career path?"
How to apply
- Access the application portal on the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Beta Iota Zeta Chapter scholarship page.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the required high school transcript, community service recommendation letter, and completed essay following the specified format guidelines.
- Submit all materials online by April 24, 2026.
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Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://zetabiz1920.com/high-school-senior-scholarships/
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