Student Member Scholarships
Each year, Alpha Psi Omega (ΑΨΩ) / Delta Psi Omega (ΔΨΩ) awards two national scholarships of $3,000 each to outstanding student members. These scholarships are intended to support recipients as they continue their education or pursue professional goals in theatre.
Candidates must be nominated by a faculty advisor or by their local APO/DPO chapter. Nominees should be informed of the nomination before materials are submitted.
All nomination materials must be received by the National Office no later than January 15 each year. Scholarship recipients are announced at the annual national meeting of Alpha Psi Omega / Delta Psi Omega held during the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC). Recipients will be notified in advance whenever possible so they may attend the meeting. If a recipient is unable to attend, the scholarship will be sent directly to them following the meeting.
Eligibility
Nominees should demonstrate outstanding achievement in theatre as well as strong academic performance. A minimum GPA of 3.0 (or the equivalent) is required.
Each chapter may submit only one nomination per year. The nominated student must be enrolled at the nominating chapter’s institution at the time the nomination is submitted.
Required Nomination Materials
The following materials must be submitted together to the National Office:
All required materials must be received for the nomination to be considered.
The National Officers of Alpha Psi Omega / Delta Psi Omega reserve the right to award two scholarships, one scholarship, or none, depending on the quality of nominations received. If you have any questions or experience an issue in submitting your scholarship nomination, please contact Karin Maresh, National Vice President.
Frankie Day Chapter Enhancement Grant (up to $5000)
The Frankie Day Chapter Enhancement Grant supports Alpha Psi Omega (ΑΨΩ) / Delta Psi Omega (ΔΨΩ) chapters seeking to expand the reach and impact of theatre on their campus and in their surrounding communities. These grants provide funding for initiatives such as service projects and other programs that contribute to the vitality of theatre and the cultural life of the campus or community.
Projects should demonstrate a commitment to long-term growth and the ongoing health of theatrical activity, aligning with Alpha Psi Omega’s mission “to promote drama on the university/college level.” Special consideration will be given to proposals that demonstrate financial support from the institution or other external funding sources.
Eligibility
Application Requirements
Applications (maximum 2,500 words) should include the following components:
Application Instructions
Complete the online grant application. Applicants will be asked to upload all required materials and supporting documents as a single PDF file.
Support Funds (up to $1,000)
Support Funds are available to Alpha Psi Omega (ΑΨΩ) / Delta Psi Omega (ΔΨΩ) chapters seeking assistance for smaller projects and initiatives. These funds may be used to support production expenses, conference attendance, guest artist fees, workshops, or other activities that contribute to the growth and vitality of theatre on campus.
Eligibility
Application Requirements
Applications (maximum 1,000 words) should include the following:
Application Instructions
Complete the online grant application. Applicants will be asked to upload all required materials and supporting documents as a single PDF file.
Recipients of both the Chapter Enhancement Grant and Support Funds are required to submit a brief report to the National Office upon completion of the project. The report should include a summary of how the funds were used and may include supporting materials such as photographs, design materials, programs, or other documentation related to the project.
Failure to submit a final report may affect the chapter’s eligibility for future grant funding.