Scholarships
Student Scholarship Opportunities
***Please note the deadline to apply for 2026 Scholarships is Friday, April 24, 2026!
Each year, the Delaware SHRM Chapter is pleased to award scholarships to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students who exhibit a promising future in the HR Profession.
Apply Now for a Student Scholarship
The Delaware Society for Human Resource Management (Delaware SHRM) is pleased to invite students to apply for the 2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Student Scholarship. The Delaware SHRM Chapter is the First State's premier human resources association. Since 1974, we have provided members with professional development, relevant HR information, legislative updates, and networking opportunities that stimulate professional growth and enhance workplace contributions. One of our main objectives is to provide a wide range of educational sessions, programs and other activities that allow members to develop and enhance their expertise in the various functional areas that constitute human resource management. Because our emphasis is on education, this year we have chosen to provide $2,500 scholarships to students majoring in Human Resources or a related program.
Who is Eligible?
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Undergraduate students currently enrolled in a Human Resources degree program or a related program with a 3.0 GPA or above.
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Graduate students currently enrolled in a Master's Degree program and clearly pursuing an emphasis area in Human Resources or a related program with a 3.5 GPA or above.
All Applicants Must:
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Either live or work in Delaware or be enrolled at a Delaware College or University.
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Be enrolled in a Human Resources or related degree program and continuing their education during the 2025-2026 academic year.
To Apply:
The application period is now open! The following components are required to apply. Please complete the online application and upload all the necessary attachments using the link below. Contact Kathy Corbitt with any questions at [email protected].
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Completed online application (below).
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One letter of recommendation from a faculty member or HR professional (up to 2 letters).
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Resume, including your education, employment history, and volunteer activities.
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Official college transcript (requirement is a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale) (3.5 for graduate applicants).
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An essay (see guidelines below).
Essay Requirements:
Please write a 750-1000 word essay with the following components and format:
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Explain your objective in pursuing your degree and how winning this scholarship will support this objective. Your essay should demonstrate your knowledge of HR principles and personal qualities.
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What do you hope to achieve as a result of obtaining your degree?
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Tell us about your hobbies, volunteer activities, and interests.
- The essay should be formatted in 12-point font, double-spaced and should include your name at the top of the page.
Review Process:
The Delaware SHRM Scholarship Committee will review all packages. We will consider your passion for the HR field, commitment to a career in human resources, your essay, and your scholastic average and standing. We also will consider the total achievements and needs of each applicant. We recognize that strength in one area could outweigh deficiency in another.
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