Ten College Scholarships 
Applications Available for Fall 2026

The DC Pearls III Foundation, in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Rho Mu Omega Chapter, is proud to offer college scholarships to graduating high school seniors in Washington, D.C. These scholarships are designed to support students who plan to attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as full-time freshmen.*

Each year, the Foundation awards multiple scholarships—both one-time and renewable—to help ease the financial burden of higher education. Beyond financial assistance, the program is committed to developing future leaders who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a strong dedication to community service..
To be considered for a DC Pearls III Foundation scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident
  • Be a resident of the District of Columbia and a graduating high school senior attending a public, private, or charter school in Washington, D.C., with an expected graduation date between May and August of the current year. (Note: This requirement does not apply to Legacy Award applicants.)
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
  • Demonstrate academic achievement (submission of an official transcript is required)
  • Demonstrate leadership and a commitment to community service
  • Be accepted to and plan to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) as a full-time, on-campus freshman in Fall of the current year. (Note: This requirement does not apply to Legacy Award applicants.)
  • Relatives of DC Pearls III Foundation Board Members are ineligible for scholarship consideration.
How to apply:

  • Click here to download the DC Pearls III Scholarship Award Preview. 
  • Click here to submit an application.
All applications are due May 3rd, 2026.
Email scholarships@rhoMuOmega.org for More Information