Scholarships

The application period for scholarships is now open. Please click "Apply Now" below to access the electronic application form to apply for one of the scholarships below.  The Delta Zeta Alumni Foundation is proud to support the great students of Central State University through the gifts of scholarships and mentoring. The Foundation presents three scholarships annually as follows: 

Mr. & Mrs. Reginald E.H. Butts Scholarship

A $1,000 scholarship will be presented to Central State University (CSU) student from the

Cleveland, Ohio area that qualifies, to cover a portion of their college expenses. All CSU students are

eligible to apply. Eligible students must satisfy the following requirements: 

• Completed application 
• Be in good standing with the University,
• Be a United States citizen,
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (based on a 4.0 grade scale). 
• A 750-1000 word essay on one of the following topics: Achievement, Plans for the future or Why  I consider myself a role model

The Dr. Arthur E. Thomas Scholarship

Five (5) $2,000 scholarships to Central State University (CSU) students that qualify, to cover a portion  of their college expenses. All CSU students are eligible to apply. Eligible students must satisfy the following requirements: 

• Completed application 
• Be in good standing with the University,
• Be a United States citizen,
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (based on a 4.0 grade scale). 
• A 750-1000 word essay on one of the following topics: Achievement, Plans for the future or Why  I consider myself a role model

The Peter and Nikeya Gibbs Scholarship

One (1) scholarship will be awarded to students based on at least one of the following demographics: 

• Caribbean background, especially Trinidad and Tobago, 
• New York City 
• Member of ROTC   
• Accounting major 

Eligible students must be a sophomore, junior or senior and  complete an application, be in good standing with the University, and have a cumulative GPA 2.7 -2.99. A 1 page paper on why they chose their field of study and what they intend to do after college must accompany the application.. Applicants must  agree to a video conference with Peter and Nikeya Gibbs .