IOTA SCHOLARSHIPS & ESSAY CONTEST
The FREDDA WITHERSPOON SCHOLARSHIP is awarded annually to a female graduating high school senior wishing to pursue a college degree in business related fields.
Postmark by: Jan. 31st
THE EVELYN D. WILKEY IOTA ESSAY CONTEST is an annual essay writing contest for youth.
Postmark by: Nov. 30th
NATIONAL FIL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded annually to a deserving FIL pursuing a degree in the field of business.
Postmark by: Feb. 28th
The ALICE P. ALLEN SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a teenage mother desiring to further her education beyond high school.
Postmark by: April 1st
The DORETHEA N. HORNBUCKLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a youth pursuing a degree in the field of business, science or engineering.
Postmark by March 15th
These scholarships are available through local chapters only. A chapter can submit the name of ONLY ONE contestant.
Each year, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. provides opportunities for middle and high school students to engage in American Education Week through participation in the Evelyn D. Wilkey Essay Contest. This national contest is coordinated by local chapters, with an annually selected theme set at the national level.
In addition, eligible students may apply for one or more of our four National Scholarships:
Fredda Witherspoon Scholarship
Future Iota Leaders (FIL) Scholarship
Dorethea N. Hornbuckle Memorial Scholarship
Alice P. Allen Scholarship
All scholarship applications must be sponsored by a local chapter.
Furthermore, the organization offers the Fellowship Award annually to financial members (sorors) of the sorority. This award provides financial support for undergraduate, graduate, or special study, helping sorors pursue academic and professional development goals.