scholarships

As Kappas strive to make a meaningful change in the world around them, we aspire to empower them with educational support. It’s why our scholarships are built on a simple premise: encourage our members to reach their educational goals.

Scholarships For Undergraduate and Graduate Kappas

You know the type. They’re a Kappa. They do especially well in their classes. They’re involved in campus activities. They’re a leader in their chapter.

As they strive to make a meaningful change in the world around them, we aspire to empower them with educational support. That’s why our scholarships are built on a simple premise: encourage our members to reach their educational goals.

Scholarship applications open Nov. 15, 2024, and must be submitted by 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Feb. 3, 2025. No late materials are accepted.

Most scholarships are $3,000 and are awarded for the following academic year. The Kappa Foundation awarded over $1.2 million in scholarships for the 2024–25 academic year.

Applicants must read the entire Scholarships Application Guide, which includes requirements, supporting document information, checklists for each scholarship category, FAQs, a timeline, and more. You will be asked to sign off on reading the Scholarship Application Guide prior to submitting your online application.

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Scholarship Opportunities

We offer undergraduate merit- and need-based scholarships as well as graduate scholarships.

Scholarship applications for the 2024-25 cycle (award year 2025-26) will open on Nov. 15, 2024.

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Top Stories

Some things never change. Since 1902 and that very first Kappa-funded scholarship,
we are here to cheer you on as you pursue your academic dreams. 


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Pursuing a Life Fully Lived

5/1/2022 - Colorado - Beta Mu -

At a young age, Chiara “Kiki” Giannella, Colorado, faced mental health struggles, dealt with depression and navigated the stigma around going to therapy. 

With therapy, Kiki got back on her feet and soon began to notice people around her who needed help too. It became her mission to create a safe space for those struggling so they too could focus on their mental health and well-being. 

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