Sample Essay/Cover Letter I wish to apply for the __________ scholarship. I believe that my excellent academic record, and service work make me a good candidate for a scholarship. Throughout high school I maintained a high level of academic achievements while volunteering for community service and working 20 hours a week. I graduated from Owosso high school as the Salutatorian of my class in 1999. I had a 3.99 GPA. In addition to my academic classes, such as AP English and Physics, I was a member
I can to succeed here as well as I did in high school. My grade point average as well as my lack of participation in student organizations may not reflect how hard I have really been working here, or show that I am a good candidate for this scholarship. I am a hard working first year student. As soon as I arrived here in August, I started work at a Dining facility on campus. I continue to work as a student worker at the dining facility, 4 nights a week for the “late night” shift (8:30pm-12:30am)
Your essay must discuss all of the following: * Your background, including any struggles or successes; * Educational and career goals; * How a scholarship will help you achieve your goals; * Why you deserve a scholarship; and * Any personal information that you want to be considered. Tips for Writing a Strong Essay Your scholarship essay should discuss yourself and your educational goals and should include personal information that you want to be considered by the scholarship
Scholarship Essay My long time goal in life is to become an automotive engineer. There is nothing in life that I love more than the sound of an exotic engine or the roar of a diesel firing up, I’ve said many times that there is nothing sweeter than the smell of diesel in the morning, because all my life I’ve been obsessed with all types of cars. To achieve this goal I for sure have to go to college in an engineering program. In all honesty though college is the smallest of the obstacles in my
* ------------------------------------------------- Meagan Davis * ------------------------------------------------- meagandavis.16@gmail.com * ------------------------------------------------- Scholarship Essay * ------------------------------------------------- * ------------------------------------------------- * ------------------------------------------------- My dream has always been to work with infants in the neonatal intensive care unit. As long as I can remember I
Writing a Scholarship Essay Making the essay work for you! Reasons why students don‟t write scholarship essays (and lose out on scholarships!) They hate to write. They don‟t think they will win anyway. They don‟t think they have anything to say. They don‟t think they can write very well. They can‟t get started (writer‟s block.) Reasons to Write the Scholarship Essay Some scholarships go unclaimed because of lack of applicants. Someone is going to win…why not you? Everyone
college. Indeed, I have tried my best to make improvement on academic record, which was an increase in GPA from 7.76 to 8.27 (on a scale of 10) between freshmen and sophomore year. I do expect such change will be an advantage to win Mitsubishi UFJ scholarship, which is also one of my goals I set in junior year. 1 In the last four semesters, educational experiences have taught me that passion inspires people to make the best of their work despite obstacle and challenges. I have realized that subjects
You have the DREAM. We have the resources. Not sure where to start with your scholarship essay? Here are some sample responses from one of ScholarshipsA-Z’s student leaders. These well-written, powerful essays helped this student win scholarships worth over $1,000. The student’s name has been changed to protect the student’s identity. SAMPLE QUESTION 1: What are your career goals, and how will earning a college degree or certificate from PCC help you achieve those goals? My name is Abigail Lopez
Scholarship Essay February 20, 2015 To become a leader, one has to have the ability to compromise, the ability to listen well, the ability to empathize, determination, hardworking. I have influenced people and inspired them to believe in themselves. When I was still in High school, I would always want to participate in after school activities to talk to other students about the importance of education and how crucial it is to continue chasing your dreams after high school. I would share my
You have the DREAM. We have the resources. Not sure where to start with your scholarship essay? Here are some sample responses from one of ScholarshipsA-Z’s student leaders. These well-written, powerful essays helped this student win scholarships worth over $1,000. The student’s name has been changed to protect the student’s identity. SAMPLE QUESTION 1: What are your career goals, and how will earning a college degree or certificate from PCC help you achieve those goals? My name is Abigail