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Scholarship & Essay Tips
Applying for scholarships isn’t always so easy. So we’ve compiled a few articles and helpful tips, so you can improve your chances and avoid common pitfalls.
Three Ways to Make Your Scholarship Essay Stand Out
Scholarship committees receive dozens, if not hundreds of applications a year. The personal statement or essay is your best chance to stand out.
Four Mistakes That Can Doom Your Scholarship Application
Rising tuition costs have made funding for college more important than ever, yet students still make avoidable mistakes on their applications.
Personal letters in an application give unique insight and perspective on the applicant. Choosing the right person to write that letter is an important decision.
Quick Tips for Choosing Someone for a Letter of Recommendation
5 Myths You May Still Believe About Scholarships
Every year billions of dollars in scholarship awards go to students of all backgrounds and level of academic achievement.
4 Areas to Highlight on Your Application From a Reviewer’s Perspective
So what are some of the areas that send up red flags and disqualify applicants from earning scholarships? Let’s have a look at these important areas and learn how to highlight them on your next scholarship application.
Identifying & Presenting Financial Needs
Many scholarship applications include space for you to identify financial need. Here are some tips to present your financial need in a way that will benefit your application.