How to Become a Member of Delta Sigma Theta
Earn credits at an approved college or university., Complete a baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree., Improve your grade point average., Fill out the application., Provide proof of residency., Pay application fees.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Earn credits at an approved college or university.
You're eligible to become a collegiate member of DST if you're currently studying for your first baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree at a school that's recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education or Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
You should already have 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours.Most universities or colleges are already approved.
If you're unsure if you're school is, contact your school's academic department. -
Step 2: Complete a baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree.
You're eligible to become an alumnae member if you're a woman who's completed a baccalaureate degree from a college or university.
The school you attended must be accredited by the U.S.
Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.You must have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.75 on a 4 point scale (or
1.75 on a 3 point scale). , DST will check to see that you're in good standing at your university or college.
Your minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) must be at least
2.75 on a 4 point scale (or
1.75 on a 3 point scale), although you should try to have a higher GPA to make your application more competitive.Check with your school's DST chapter about their required GPA.
Some chapters require a higher GPA. , Fill out all portions for the collegiate applicant.
The application will ask for personal and educational details (like your address, school you're attending, contact information, and employment information).
Be aware that you'll need to type rather than write in your responses.
You'll need to describe your involvement in school, church and community organizations.
You'll also need to explain why you want to join DST. , Along with your application, you'll need to attach proof of residence.
You could send a copy of your driver's license, a voter registration card, a state or college/university identification card, or a recent utility bill that shows your address.
If you're applying for alumnae membership, you must live in the community or area that's served by the chapter you're applying to.
To locate your local chapter, search for chapters within your region and state.
Be aware that some chapters are specifically for alumnae., Your local chapter will give you information about how much the application costs to process.
Once you're a member, you'll be expected to pay around $400 or $500 in national initiation fees and around $250 in chapter initiation fees.
Be prepared to pay for the following (which also vary in cost by chapter):
National yearly fees Capital fund fee Chapter dues -
Step 3: Improve your grade point average.
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Step 4: Fill out the application.
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Step 5: Provide proof of residency.
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Step 6: Pay application fees.
Detailed Guide
You're eligible to become a collegiate member of DST if you're currently studying for your first baccalaureate (bachelor's) degree at a school that's recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education or Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
You should already have 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours.Most universities or colleges are already approved.
If you're unsure if you're school is, contact your school's academic department.
You're eligible to become an alumnae member if you're a woman who's completed a baccalaureate degree from a college or university.
The school you attended must be accredited by the U.S.
Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.You must have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of
2.75 on a 4 point scale (or
1.75 on a 3 point scale). , DST will check to see that you're in good standing at your university or college.
Your minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) must be at least
2.75 on a 4 point scale (or
1.75 on a 3 point scale), although you should try to have a higher GPA to make your application more competitive.Check with your school's DST chapter about their required GPA.
Some chapters require a higher GPA. , Fill out all portions for the collegiate applicant.
The application will ask for personal and educational details (like your address, school you're attending, contact information, and employment information).
Be aware that you'll need to type rather than write in your responses.
You'll need to describe your involvement in school, church and community organizations.
You'll also need to explain why you want to join DST. , Along with your application, you'll need to attach proof of residence.
You could send a copy of your driver's license, a voter registration card, a state or college/university identification card, or a recent utility bill that shows your address.
If you're applying for alumnae membership, you must live in the community or area that's served by the chapter you're applying to.
To locate your local chapter, search for chapters within your region and state.
Be aware that some chapters are specifically for alumnae., Your local chapter will give you information about how much the application costs to process.
Once you're a member, you'll be expected to pay around $400 or $500 in national initiation fees and around $250 in chapter initiation fees.
Be prepared to pay for the following (which also vary in cost by chapter):
National yearly fees Capital fund fee Chapter dues
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