SCHOLARSHIPS

2025-2026 APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN

In Need of Financial Assistance for College?

The National Office of
Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship, Inc.®

is sponsoring its annual scholarship for the upcoming school year.

Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship, Inc.® is a non-profit organization dedicated to community service, promoting and achieving academic excellence, and enhancing community and cultural consciousness. Our specific purpose is Supporting Women In Need of Growth, which facilitates the attainment of goals that are necessary for personal and professional growth. Swing welcomes diversity, encourages individuality, and offers a haven for women who feel a strong connection with their ethnic heritage.

As a service-based organization, we are committed to supporting organizations and efforts that parallel the goals of our beloved sisterhood. We proudly partner with national service organizations such as the National Council of Negro Women and participate in community-building activities that raise awareness for issues that affect our community. Members donate their time and financial assistance to hurricane relief efforts; contribute to clothing, food, and book drives; and volunteer at local women's shelters and soup kitchens.

We are a vibrant group of women with extraordinary strength, courage, innovation, and spirit. With 50+ graduate and undergraduate chapters, Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship, Inc. has proven to be a positive addition to many campuses and communities across the United States.

Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship Inc.®

National Scholarship Committee

1.877.447.1969

Please visit www.swingphiswing.org Programs>Scholarship for an application

2024 - 2025
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Lauren Wright was awarded 1st place for the National SWING Scholarship receiving $2,000. Currently enrolled at the University of North Carolina Greensboro, Lauren is studying Music: Vocal Performance and has a 4.0 GPA.

Janyah Dildy was awarded 2nd place for the National SWING Scholarship receiving $1,500. Currently enrolled at Virginia State University, Janyah is studying Psychology and has a 4.69 GPA.

Taylor Satterfield was awarded 3rd place for the National SWING Scholarship receiving $1,000. Currently enrolled at Oberlin College, Taylor is studying Chemistry and has a 4.0 GPA.

About the PHI Scholarship

MEMBERS ONLY

History of the PHI Scholarship
The PHI Scholarship founded in 2006, awards financial assistance to Sisters for college. The mission of the PHI Scholarship is to promote the educational and economic advancements of women based on the fundamental foundations of our beloved organization, Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship, Inc®. “We as an organization are willing to affect social change, in accordance with its values and goals, Swing Phi Swing,® will dedicate its time to enhance the quality of life in the communities that it serves.”

Award Designation
Money is made payable directly to the college or university from the national office operating account. When money
is payable to the institution, it can be designated for tuition, fees, or supplies.

Specific Rules
No member of the selection committee can benefit in any way from choosing the scholarship recipients (e.g.,
committee members and their relatives are prohibited from applying or benefiting from this scholarship award). The
school must have the final say on which students receive the scholarship.

You must ensure that any non-U.S. citizen who receives a scholarship is not on a published "Specifically Designated
Nationals" terrorism watch list.

PHI Scholarship Criteria and Requirements

Applicant must:

1. Complete and submit a PHI Scholarship application.

2. Be financially active on the local and national levels.

3. Submit proof of current enrollment status as a full-time student at an accredited institution of higher education (i.e. college, university, or technical institute) for the upcoming school year. This can be a screenshot of your class schedule with your name, date, and number of credits identified or proof of pre-registration on your transcript.

4. Submit your most recent official transcript from your institution of attendance.

5. Submit an employment or SWING activity resume.

6. Submit a photo dressed in professional attire. Please no “selfies.” Guidance below.

7. Submit one letter of recommendation from an executive officer of your local chapter, a national executive officer, a Board of Director, Rites of Passage Coordinator, Assistant Rites of Passage Coordinator, and/or chapter advisor.

8. Submit one letter of recommendation from a faculty member at the school of attendance on
school letterhead.

9. Have a grade point average of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 unweighted scale.

10. Select one of the following prompts to submit a 1-page, single-spaced essay. If you have applied previously for this scholarship, you must use a new essay prompt.

A. America is seen as a country with people who have a variety of cultural, religious, economic, and political backgrounds. How will the closing of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs affect your community?
B. Swing Phi Swing’s motto is “Perseverance by Virtue.” Perseverance is defined as a continued effort to do or achieve things despite difficulties. Virtue is a behavior defined by high moral standards. How do you exhibit “perseverance by virtue” in your daily life and in your pursuit
of future endeavors?
C. How do you show up for your Culture by demonstrating Commitment and Collaboration with others?

Executive Officers and Board Members may not apply while in office.
Note: All documentation submitted must be typed.

Complete PHI Scholarship Application

Please visit www.swingphiswing.org Programs>Scholarship for an application.

All requested documents and information must be submitted on or before Aug.1, 2025.

If sent by postal mail, documents and information must be postmarked by July 30, 2025.

National Scholarship Committee
Swing Phi Swing SFI.®
P.O. Box 1124
Dearborn, MI 4812

Professional Photo Submission

It is important when submitting a professional photo that you make sure everything is just right. You should be dressed in business professional attire, preferably a dark-colored dress with stockings or suit/slacks with a white or blue button-up shirt avoiding any display of cleavage. It is recommended that you wear small stud earrings, only one modest necklace if worn, and one ring per hand with neutral-colored fingernail polish if they are shown in the photo.

It is strongly suggested that you photograph from the waist up. Refrain from throwing up any hand signs or having any other items or people in your picture. Your photo should be taken in a well-lit area with a neutral background and show your full face. Lastly, find someone else to take the photo for you. Avoid using a selfie or a reflection in the mirror. Knowing how to submit a professional photo can make or break your chances on any application or job opportunity.

SWING Scholarship

SWING Scholarship Criteria and Requirements

Applicant must:

1. Complete and submit a SWING Scholarship application.
2. Be female.
3. Be a woman of color.
4. Submit proof of current enrollment status as a full-time student at an accredited institution of
higher education (i.e. college, university, or technical institute) for the upcoming school year.
This should be a screenshot of your class schedule with your name, date, and number of credits
identified or proof of pre-registration on your transcript.
5. Have a grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 unweighted scale.
6. Have rendered service in their community during the current school year.
7. Submit a sealed and most recent official transcript from the institution of attendance.
8. Complete and submit a SWING Scholarship application.
9. Submit a resume that includes professional objectives, extracurricular activities, and community
service involvement (please include a summary of what you do for the community service project
and include references and non-relatives)
10. Submit a photo dressed in professional attire. Please no “selfies.” Please see the attachment.
11. Submit one letter of recommendation from a faculty member at the current school of attendance
on school letterhead. Must be from within a year of the application due date.
12. Submit one letter of recommendation from any other person of your choice (may not be a family
member). The letter must have been written within a year of the application due date.
13. Submit a biographical outline, including reasons for pursuing your educational program
(maximum of 2 pages typed, Times New Roman font, size 12). If you are a previous applicant,
please explain how your educational pursuit has changed since you first applied.
14. Submit a 1-page, single-spaced essay which answers this prompt. How do you show up for your
Culture by demonstrating Commitment and Collaboration with others?
15. Submit a 1-page, single-spaced essay which answers this prompt. How will the lessons you have
learned throughout your educational experiences positively influence the growth and
development of your family, community, and yourself?

Professional Photo Submission

Note: All documentation submitted must be typed.

Complete the SWING Scholarship application.
All requested documents and information must be submitted on or before Aug. 1, 2025.
If sent by postal mail, documents and information must be postmarked by July 30, 2025.

National Scholarship Committee
Swing Phi Swing SFI.®
P.O. Box 1124
Dearborn, MI 48121

All requested documents and information must be submitted on or before August 1, 2025.
If sent by postal mail, documents and information must be postmarked by July 30, 2025.