Scholarship
Jennifer A. Carter Book Scholarship
A Legacy of "Sisterhood, Scholarship and Service."
Soror Jennifer A. Carter was inducted into Gamma Omicron Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. at Metropolitan State College (now University) on April 15, 1993. Soror Carter was a Life Member and received Ruby Member Status (22+ years of service) before entering Omega Rho on September 20, 2016. Before her untimely transition, Soror Carter was a very active member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. on the local, regional, and international level. The highlights of her sorority tenure include, but are not limited to, being the Western Region Grammateus (1998-2004), International Grand Tamiochus (2006-2008), and a chartering member of Mu Lambda Sigma Alumnae Chapter. Unfortunately, Soror Carter passed away before the chapter was officially chartered on October 22, 2016.
In efforts to continue her legacy of "Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Service", Mu Lambda Sigma Alumnae Chapter created a scholarship fund in her name and memory for deserving students.
Scholarship Information
The Jennifer A. Carter Book Scholarship is a one-year, non-renewable monetary award designed to assist Mercer County residents with educational expenses.
Eligible applicants must be:
(1) a high school senior who will attend an accredited four-year college or university in New Jersey, OR
(2) a county college student who is transferring to an accredited four-year college or university in New Jersey.
The scholarship amount varies from year to year but will be no less than $500. The award will be disbursed in one installment prior to the fall or spring semester. Recipients must provide proof of full-time enrollment (a minimum of 12 credit hours).
Selection Criteria
Selection of award recipients will be based upon the following criteria:
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Must be a Mercer County resident.
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A high school senior who will attend an accredited four-year college or university in New Jersey, OR a county college student who is transferring to an accredited four-year college or university in New Jersey.
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Competitive high school or college grade point average
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Leadership qualities as evidenced through activities, interests, and affiliations within school and the community
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Acceptance to an accredited 4 year college or university for the next academic year
Application Process
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Complete and sign the application form and attach the following:
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Official high school or college transcript including cumulative grade point average.
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Copy of admission letter to an accredited college or university for the current academic year.
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Two letters of reference (including name, address, and telephone number) - one from a teacher, professor or advisor and one from an adult other than a relative or a personal friend, who can attest to your character.
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A personal statement in which you describe yourself in terms of experiences, activities, and aspirations.