Thank you for your interest in the Sankofa Foundation Scholarship provided by the Sankofa Foundation of Dallas/Fort Worth and the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Xi Tau Lambda Chapter of North Dallas County.

Scholarships are granted each year to graduating high school male seniors. Each student is awarded an individual scholarship of at least $3,000, payable directly to the student. All application materials are to be uploaded via the online submission portal by March 20, 2026.

Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Awardees will be notified no later than May 8, 2026.

In-person interviews will be conducted as part of the scholarship selection process. Applicants who are selected as finalists will be invited for an interview. Interviews will be conducted on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Applicants must be available for the interview – please plan accordingly.

If you have questions, please contact the Scholarship Committee Chairman, Derrick Perry, at info@DFWSankofa.org.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

  1. Scholarships are limited to male graduating seniors attending high schools in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.
  2. Preference is given to students who have excelled academically and demonstrated exceptional involvement and service to the community.
  3. Applicants must have a minimum 2.7 grade point average or better on a 4.0 scale.
  4. An eligible candidate must be enrolling as a full-time student (at least 12-credit hours) in a 2- or 4-year accredited college or university in the fall semester.
  5. Applicants must submit a complete scholarship application including all required supporting materials.
  6. All applications are weighed as follows:
    1. GPA 25%
    2. Essay 30%
    3. Extra-Curricular Activities & Community Service 20%
    4. Letters of Support 10%
    5. Overall Assessment 15%

Please type all information. The essay should be thoughtfully and clearly written. Application will be rated on appearance, verifiability of information, and evidence of achievements. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD: Minimum of $3,000.00 (Payable upon receipt of college enrollment documentation)

APPLICANT CRITERIA:

  1. Graduating high school male senior
  2. Minimum GPA 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent
  3. See cover letter for full details

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Friday, March 20, 2026