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Remember
- Your scholarship application represents YOU!
Give
your application the time, attention, and preparation that it
deserves. Complete all sections.
Read
and follow the instructions carefully.
Type
your application - neatness counts!
Proofread
your work - especially your essay (if one is requested); Be specific
and personal. It is your job to make your essay stand out from
the rest. Check the spelling and grammar. Ask a parent, friend,
or teacher to proofread your completed application.
Be
honest and be yourself. If you are asked, don’t be afraid
to highlight your strengths and talk about yourself.
Make
certain the people you ask to prepare letters of recommendation
know you well.
WATCH
DEADLINES - financial aid offices and scholarship personnel
adhere to them! You are responsible for making sure that ALL parts
of the application arrive on time. If letters of recommendation
or transcripts are required, give the people who will provide
these documents generous lead-time. Also give them a stamped,
addressed envelope if the recommendation is to be mailed separately.
MAKE
A COPY OF THE APPLICATION FOR YOUR FILE. Keep a written
record of scholarships for which you applied. Make a note of the
deadlines, requirements, and responses.
Finally
- ask for help if you need it.
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