Delta Delta Scholarships

Each year Sigma Chi reinforces its commitment to its core values by allocating thousands of dollars to fund scholarships honoring Leadership, Academic excellence, and Brotherhood. Below you will find a list of each of the scholarships that we offer exclusively to the Delta Delta chapter and instructions for how to apply.  In all the scholarships that are offered to the undergrads amount to over $42,000 in funds, some of the highest on campus.

Each dollar amount stated is a minimum award for that particular scholarship. There could be higher amounts or multiple scholarships, depending on the worthiness of the application. Decisions to increase the amounts or the number of scholarships will be made at the discretion of the House Corporation.

How to Apply

While eligibility requirements and application tasks differ, the submission process is the same for all of the Delta Delta scholarships. To apply for a Delta Delta Chapter scholarship, please complete the following steps:

  1. Review the Minimum Criteria for the scholarship that you wish to apply for to ensure that you are qualified.
  2. Download the scholarship application listed under the scholarship.
  3. Complete the application as per the instructions in the application.
  4. Submit the application to the House Corporation selection committee by uploading it to the Scholarship Form.

Application Deadline

The deadline for all Delta Delta Chapter Scholarships is Monday, March 16th, 2026.  For any questions regarding the application and submission process, please reach out to Brian Ballard.

Recipient Selection and Disbursement

Recipients will be selected and notified by the end of finals week. Disbursement requests will be made to The Sigma Chi Foundation in the month of May and undergrads can expect to see their awards deposited into their My Purdue account in June.

Other Sigma Chi Foundation Scholarships

The Delta Delta Chapter has achieved the Founders level of the Bell Chapter Challenge.   One benefit of our achievement is that The Sigma Chi Foundation allocates $20,000 of scholarship funds to be disbursed to Delta Delta undergrads on an annual basis through individual scholarship awards.  The amounts of each scholarship award is determined by The Sigma Chi Foundation and the House Corporation based on multiple factors.  Starting February 11, 2026 you can apply on the Sigma Chi Foundation scholarship page.

The application deadline for Foundation scholarships is typically in late-April and recipients are notified and awards disbursed late-August.

John Puterbaugh Scholarship

Award $5,000
Description The John Puterbaugh Scholarship was created in memory of Brother John Puterbaugh, Delta Delta Class of 1980. The Delta Delta Puterbaugh Service Award is awarded annually, at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee of the Delta Delta House Corporation, to a rising senior member of the Delta Delta Chapter of Sigma Chi who has displayed, throughout his college career, the most exemplary commitment to the ideals of personal and community service for the benefit of others through consistent, imaginative and devoted work on their behalf.
Minimum Criteria The applicant must be a registered student entering his Senior year the following academic year, be in good standing with the Sigma Chi Fraternity, and have a 3.25 or greater GPA.
How to Apply Submit a completed John Puterbaugh Scholarship Application Form to the location mentioned in the “How to Apply” section above.

Delta Delta 2008 Leadership Scholarship

Award $4,000 (over 2 years if received as a Junior), $2,000 (if received as a Senior)
Description The 2008 Leadership Scholarship was created by the Pledge Class of 2008 and inspired by Thomas P. Jeschke, a pledge brother whom was known for his high sense of integrity, academic achievements, dedication to brotherhood, and leadership excellence.
Minimum Criteria The applicant must be a registered student entering his Junior or Senior year the following academic year, have a 3.0 or greater GPA, and have a proven record of leadership in the Sigma Chi Fraternity, University, and/or Community.
How to Apply Submit the completed 2008 Leadership Scholarship Application Form to the location mentioned in the “How to Apply” section above.

Dr. N. Reed Dunnick Academic Scholarship

Award $4,000
Description Dr. N. Reed Dunnick has endowed this scholarship to reward an undergraduate brother for an exceptional academic career.  While certainly excellent, Reed realized that not all academic paths were created equal and thought there should be a mechanism for holistically evaluating one’s academic career (up to the date of application). This scholarship aims to do just that by combining minimum GPA requirements, analysis of one’s transcript, and consideration of the applicant’s statement of academic success as mechanisms for determining the recipient.
Minimum Criteria
  1. Applicant must be a registered student at Purdue University.
  2. Applicant must be a member in good standing of the Delta Delta Chapter of Sigma Chi Fraternity.
  3. Applicant must have a minimum of a 3.4/4.0 GPA.
  4. Applicant must submit a statement of academic excellence (see detailed description in application form).
  5. Applicant must provide a transcript for review.
How to apply Submit the completed Dr. N. Reed Dunnick Academic Scholarship application to the location mentioned in the “How to Apply” section above.

Xavier Somerville Scholarship

Award $1,000
Description The Xavier Somerville Scholarship was created by the Pledge Class of 2016 in memory of Xavier Somerville, a pledge brother whom exemplified characteristics of compassion, positivity, and brotherhood.
Minimum Criteria The applicant must be a Freshman and embody Xavier’s characteristics of compassion, positivity, and brotherhood.
How to Apply Submit the completed Xavier Scholarship Application Form to the location mentioned in the “How to Apply” section above.

John Eddy Scholarship

Award $1,000
Description John was a 1959 graduate, and he served on the board of the House Corporation for 25 years. His family has had a long history with the Sigma Chi Fraternity. In recognition of his commitment to the Fraternity, the House Corporation has made this leadership scholarship available.
Minimum Criteria Must live in the fraternity house in the Fall or Spring semester of the next academic school year.  Complete the questions below and demonstrate the qualities of a leader.
How to apply The following questions must be answered:

  1. How is leadership directly linked to your values and character?
  2. How have you incorporated high-minded values into a lifelong practice of leadership?
  3. How can you discover and utilize your full potential?
  4. What leadership roles have you held in your college career, including campus, fraternity, and community?

Submit your answers along with the House Corp. Scholarship Application to the location mentioned in the “How to Apply” section above.

Charles T. Dye III Consul Scholarship

Award $2,000 per Semester
Description Jim Dye, on behalf of the James W. and Betty Dye Foundation have created the Purdue University Delta Delta Chapter of Sigma Chi Consul Scholarship honoring Charles T. Dye III. Charles, Delta Delta ’51, served as Treasurer of the House Corporation for many years. The award is given on a semesterly basis to Consuls that are in good standing with the University. For more information on other James W. and Betty Dye Foundation scholarships, see http://www.dyescholarships.org/
Minimum Criteria
  1. Current Delta Delta chapter Consul
  2. In good standing with Purdue University
How to apply There is no need to apply for this scholarship. Simply submit your Student ID to the current House Corporation Scholarship Chair.

Delta Delta Brotherhood Scholarship

Award $3000 split evenly among the live-in brothers that have a demonstrated financial need.
Description One of George Ade’s ideals for the Fraternity was that it be affordable for men of all types of financial means. As such, the Delta Delta Brotherhood Scholarship is based on demonstrated financial need.
Minimum Criteria Each candidate must demonstrate financial need.
How to apply Submit the following information to the location mentioned in the “How to Apply” section above:

  1. FASFA
  2. Submit a statement of demonstration of financial need.
  3. List any scholarships for which you applied, and failed to secure.