Quick Scholarship Tips

QUICK SCHOLARSHIP TIPS

From Amit K Singh, PhD Student at The University of Oxford

A First Note
Remember, in scholarship application the powers that be want to know three things:
why is it important to you, why it is right for you and why you are right for it. Your application should be built around this message.

Tip 1: Sell yourself; present yourself in the best light, but be honest.

Tip 2: Start early, be prepared, and Watch all deadlines.

Tip 3: Apply only if you are eligible for scholarship.

Tip 4: Identify the Scholarship goals.

Tip 5: Evaluate yourself in relation to the requirements:

· What career do you hope to pursue?
· How do your goals and ambitions relate to the implied goals of the scholarship?
· How do your qualifications compare to the requirements of the scholarship?
· What are your abilities and potential?
· Where do you want to see yourself in five years? Ten years?

Tip 6: Complete the scholarship application in full and follow directions. Check spellings, grammar, and punctuation.

Tip 7: Write an accomplishments resume..

Tip 8: Your Personal Statement should show that you have ideas and opinions, are able to think logically, and can express yourself clearly, with economy and elegance.

Tip 9: Choose your recommenders carefully.

Tip 10: Make a copy of your scholarship application

Tip 11: Do not send transcripts, applications and letters of recommendation separately; if possible, send a complete packet.

A Final Note: First Note

Extra:

1. Watch out for scholarship scams.
2. Never pay for a scholarship search.
3. Be sure to fill out a FAFSA.
4. http://scholarship-positions.com
5. Look at your own resources.
6. http://college-university-links.com
7. Don’t be discouraged by the overwhelming amount of scholarship materials available.

Feel free to ask if you have any questions.

Good Luck!

Amit K Singh