The Ruby Dean Hall Crews Scholarship is named for a distinguished member of the ASU National  Alumni Association and the DeKalb County Area Alumni Chapter. Ruby Dean Hall Crews is a 1958 graduate of  Albany State and a consistent supporter of the University and its auxiliaries. The Chapter recognizes Ruby for  years of tireless work for ASU by honoring her with this scholarship in her name. 

Each year, the ASU National Alumni Association DeKalb County Area Alumni Chapter (DCAA) awards scholarships to DeKalb County and Metro Atlanta high school students who will attend Albany State University.  The DCAA Chapter is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and has served DeKalb County and the Metro Atlanta  area for over 40 years. This scholarship is non-renewable and starts at $1000.00 based on merit and need. Its purpose is to provide an opportunity for qualifying and deserving students to pursue their college education at  Albany State University.

Applications are accepted December 16, 2024, through March 1, 2025. The recipients chosen for the final  interview panel will be contacted on or before March 16, 2025. Scholarship payments are transferred to Albany  State University on behalf of the student from the DCAA Chapter.  

ELIGIBILITY  

• DeKalb or Metro Atlanta high school senior enrolling full- time at ASU for the 2025 Fall Semester
• Must be from a single-parent home, foster care, OR homeless
• Exhibit an extreme need for financial assistance
• Minimum 2.5 grade point average  
• Completed application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST March 1, 2025
• NO EXCEPTIONS. Incomplete, unsigned, or late submissions will not be considered.  

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED  

• Application form (Completed and Digitally Signed)  
• Copy of high school transcript  
• Student AID report - only the first page that displays "Expected Family Contribution (EFC)”.  (Reference: How do I view my Student Aid Report (SAR)?) 
• Two letters of recommendation  
• Typed essay (min.250 - max.500 words)  
• Business professional headshot photo in color
• ASU Acceptance Letter  

ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES  

• Participation in extra-curricular activities  
• Involvement in civic/community activities  
• Employment held during school 

DEADLINE AND CONTACT INFORMATION: Completed application packages must be submitted by 11:59 pm on March 1, 2025. Incomplete late submissions will not be considered. The recipients chosen for the final interview panel will be contacted on or  before March 16, 2025.  

DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS: Scholarship awards will be transferred upon confirmation of matriculation at the University. The  recipient must notify the Chapter no later April 12, 2025, with final intent to enroll or the Committee will review the needs of the next  highest ranked applicant. Relatives of ASUNAA-DCAA Chapter members are NOT eligible to apply; if an award is made to a Chapter  member’s relative, the recipient must return the award money in its entirety to the Chapter. Any exception to the above eligibility  requirements will be based upon Chapter recommendations.

For more information, contact us at scholarship@asuramsdekalb.com.

Click here for the Scholarship Application: The Ruby Dean Hall Crews Scholarship Application

Each year, the Albany State University  National Alumni Association DeKalb County Area Alumni Chapter (ASUNAA-DCAA) awards  scholarships to DeKalb County and Metro Atlanta high school students who will attend Albany State University.  The 

ASUNAA-DCAA Chapter is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and has served DeKalb County and the Metro Atlanta  area for over 40 years. ASUNAA-DCAA will grant one scholarship up to $3,500.00 based on merit and need. Its purpose is  to provide an opportunity for qualifying and deserving students to pursue their college education at ASU.  

Applications are accepted December 16, 2024, through March 1, 2025. The recipients chosen for the final  interview panel will be contacted on or before March 16, 2025. Scholarship payments are transferred to Albany  State University on behalf of the student from the DCAA Chapter.  

ELIGIBILITY  

• DeKalb or Metro Atlanta high school senior enrolling full- time at ASU for the 2025 Fall Semester  
• Minimum 2.5 grade point average  
• Completed application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST, March 1, 2025 
• NO EXCEPTIONS. Incomplete, unsigned, or late submissions will not be considered  

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED  

• Application form (Completed and Digitally Signed)  
• Copy of high school transcript  
• Student AID report - only the first page that displays "Expected Family Contribution (EFC)”.  (Reference: How do I view my Student Aid Report (SAR)?) 
• Two letters of recommendation  
• Typed essay (min.250 - max.500 words)  
• Business professional headshot photo in color
• ASU Acceptance Letter  

ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES  

• Participation in extra-curricular activities  
• Involvement in civic/community activities  
• Employment held during school 

DEADLINE AND CONTACT INFORMATION: Completed application packages must be submitted by 11:59 pm on March 1, 2025. Incomplete late submissions will not be considered. The recipients chosen for the final interview panel will be contacted on or  before March 16, 2025.  

DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS: Scholarship awards will be transferred upon confirmation of matriculation at the University. The  recipient must notify the Chapter no later April 12, 2025, with final intent to enroll or the Committee will review the needs of the next  highest ranked applicant. Relatives of ASUNAA-DCAA Chapter members are NOT eligible to apply; if an award is made to a Chapter  member’s relative, the recipient must return the award money in its entirety to the Chapter. Any exception to the above eligibility  requirements will be based upon Chapter recommendations.

For more information, contact us at scholarship@asuramsdekalb.com.

Click here for The High School Senior Application: High School Senior Application

Saladin Carter is a 2024 graduate from Heritage High School in Conyers, GA Saladin enters as a Freshman majoring in Sociology/ Political Science. He is the recipient of the High School Senior Scholarship

Brianna Davis is a 2024 graduate from Tucker High School in Tucker, GA. She enters in as a Freshman majoring in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Brianna is a recipient of the High School Senior Scholarship.

Chanel Gathers is a 2024 Graduate from Southwest Dekalb High School in Decatur, GA. She enters in as a Freshman majoring in Nursing. Chanel is a recipient of the High School Senior Scholarship.

Destinee Julio is a 2024 graduate from Lovejoy High School in Hampton, GA. She is entering in as a Freshman majoring in Health Sciences. Destinee is a recipient of the High School Senior Scholarship.