Fall 2026 Scholarship Application

Essay Topic:  How Can Young People Use Leadership, Service, and Innovation to Create Positive Change in Their Communities?

Essay Requirements:

  • 700-750 words (header and footer text do not count toward the total)
  • Microsoft Word file (doc or docx)
  • 12-point Times New Roman or Arial font
  • Double-spaced
  • 1-inch margins on all sides
  • No minimum or maximum page count

Your essay must be your original work.  It must not have been previously published and must not violate another person's copyright.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software/technology (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Grammarly) is prohibited.  Essay submissions will be reviewed to detect AI use, and essays found to exceed the 30% threshold will be disqualified.  The International Achievement Week Committee retains the sole authority to select the AI detection software for its use and shall render the final decision.

Student Information

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One file only.
512 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif jpg jpeg png.
Student Name
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Household Information

Head of Household
Select Parent(s) if you live with your parents; otherwise, select Guardian(s).
Enter the number of siblings living with you.

Academic Data

Enter your expected graduation date.
Enter your cumulative GPA.

High School Information

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Counselor Information

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Activities & Personal Statement

List school and community activities, honors, and offices held.
Use this space to give information about your career goals, background, and activities or personal involvement in keeping with the fraternity's Cardinal Principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift.

Essay Data

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One file only.
512 MB limit.
Allowed types: doc docx.

References

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Enter your first reference's contact information.
Enter your second reference's name.
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Certification

Entering your name and date below counts as your signature. By signing, you authorize the release of all scholarship materials, including references and transcripts, to the members of the Scholarship Committee.