The National Essay Contest is open to all middle and high school students.

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**2026 essay contest criteria and information will be updated soon.

Iota Phi Lambda Sorority awards scholarships for scholastic achievement to female graduating high school seniors wishing to pursue a college degree in business related fields. This National Scholarship is held annually. Judging criteria will include academic performance/achievement, career aspirations, demonstrated leadership, and financial need. 

This scholarship offers financial support and is awarded to a pregnant or teenage mother graduating high school, who plans to pursue higher education to an accredited college or institution.

Awarded to a graduating high school student or a continuing college student, who graduated from high school within the past 4 years, enabling them to pursue or continue academic studies in the field of business, business administration, science, or engineering at an institution of higher learning of their choice located in the United States of America.

This scholarship offers financial support and is awarded to a deserving FIL, a high school senior, who will pursue a degree in a business-related field of study.
 
The winner will be selected based on their SAT/ACT scores as well as additional eligibility requirements as selected by Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. 

The Eastern Region of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. awards the Anna J. Steen scholarship
to a female graduating high school senior who plans to pursue a college degree in business
or a business-related field. The scholarship is named in honor of Anna J. Steen whose life of
service to Iota reflected her commitment to education and legislative matters. She was highly
regarded throughout the sorority and local community for her dedication to helping improve
the lives of others. As a lifelong educator, she received recognition for teaching business
skills to students in Washington, DC. This regional scholarship is awarded annually to
remember her legacy in the Eastern Region.

Scholarship Applications

DUE February 27, 2026

*Application packet submission and/or questions, contact scholarshipsiplzetarho@gmail.com