Nu Upsilon Chapter – Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: Book Scholarships for HS senior males living in New Castle County.
Application Available: October 1, 2024
Deadline Date: May 5, 2025

Scholarship Details:

October 2025

Dear Scholarship Applicant:NU Friendship Outreach, Inc., in conjunction with the Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Nu Upsilon Chapter, invites you to apply for a scholarship to help with continuing your education at the college/university level.Scholarship is one of the four cardinal principles on which our fraternity was founded in 1911. Therefore, we are strongly committed to helping our young people further their education as they seek meaningful careers in the world of work.In order for you to be considered for our book scholarships, ranging from $500 – $2000 each, you must complete the requirements as indicated in the attached application packet and submit them by May 4, 2025 to the address cited on the attached Scholarship Requirements and Checklist.In advance, we wish you the very best as you pursue your dreams and goals.Sincerely yours,Bro. Kyle Hill, Ed.D, Chairman Scholarship CommitteeBro.Carlton Lampkins, Ed.DBasileusAttachments

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Currently a senior male in a public/private/parochial/vocational high school in New Castle County, Delaware.
2. Admitted to or seeking admission to a two-year junior/community college or a four-year college or university.

SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS AND CHECKLIST 2026
1.Currently a senior male in a public/private/parochial/vocational high school in New Castle County, Delaware.

2.Admitted to or seeking admission to a two-year junior/community college or a four-year college or university. If selected for a scholarship, you will be required to provide proof of admission and enrollment.

3.Complete application (see attached). Type or print clearly!

4.Two letters of recommendation from non-relatives, each in a sealed envelope with the signature of the sender/writer over the flap of each envelope. Submit these letters with your completed application.

5.Grade Point Average: At least a 2.50 on a 4.00 scale; An official copy of transcript, through the first semester of the 2025/2026 school year (i.e., January 2026), must be submitted with the application packet. Plan ahead for obtaining the transcript, as the end of the first semester is around January 28, 2026. See your counselor NOW! Completion of requirements for high school graduation will be verified if you are selected as a scholarship recipient.

6.Essay (400-500 words): The theme of the essay is ““What does perseverance look like for your generation, and how will it shape your path toward college and service to others?” This essay prompt encourages applicants to Focuses on resilience—one of the core criteria for selection. Encourages reflection on overcoming challenges unique to Gen Z students entering adulthood. Essay must be typed, double-spaced, and in 12-point font. Essay will be evaluated on clarity, language usage, content, organization, and topic development. Essays will not be returned.

7.Interviews may be conducted by a panel of 3-5 Directors of NU Friendship Outreach, Inc. and Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. for applicants who are designated as finalists for the scholarships. If interviews are held they will take place during the week of April 29, 2026. The place, date, and time of the interviews will be communicated to all finalists.

8.Scholarship winners will be notified by June 2026. Invitations and tickets for the awards banquet will be provided at that time. The award decision for each scholarship by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Nu Upsilon Chapter is final, and all application packet documents submitted become the property of the fraternity. No materials will be returned!

9.If you have questions, you may contact Kyle Hill. at (703-282-7947).

**Deadline for receipt of all application material is Sunday, May 4, 2025 @ 11:59pm

NO EXCEPTION!**

Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript

Essay Details:

The theme of the essay is ““What does perseverance look like for your generation, and how will it shape your path toward college and service to others?” This essay prompt encourages applicants to Focuses on resilience—one of the core criteria for selection. Encourages reflection on overcoming challenges unique to Gen Z students entering adulthood. Essay must be typed, double-spaced, and in 12-point font. Essay will be evaluated on clarity, language usage, content, organization, and topic development. Essays will not be returned. (400-500 words)

Award Amount: $500 – $2000

Award Details:

Completion of requirements for high school graduation will be verified if you are selected as a scholarship recipient.
Scholarship winners will be notified by June 1, 2026. Invitations and tickets for the awards banquet will be provided at that time. The award decision for each scholarship by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Nu Upsilon Chapter is final.
Scholarship monies will be disbursed after August 1, 2026

Website/URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Nn-WP8cxefObrz1_5yExoQgSrp_ytSp/view?usp=sharing

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Name: Kyle Hill
Contact Email: kylehill10@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 703-282-7947
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

All application materials must be mailed to:
Kyle Hill
NU Friendship Outreach, Inc. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Nu Upsilon Chapter
P.O. Box 86
Wilmington, DE19899

Additional Scholarship Information:

If you have questions, you may contact Kyle Hill at (703-282-7947).

Filters:

Eligibility: Ethnicity/Race, Male, Minimum GPA/Class Rank
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior
Location Specific: New Castle County