Want free money? Who doesn’t? Yet so many scholarships go unclaimed each year. If we had to guess, we’d say it is because of the essay requirement.
Don’t be discouraged by writing a scholarship essay!
Use these tips to learn how to create one essay that can be used for tons of scholarships! You don’t have to be an excellent writer to have the perfect essay and the Albertus Writing Center is available to assist.
Tips!
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Sit in a quiet area and begin to brainstorm what your story is, what your motivation is, why college is important to you, and why and how you would like to pursue your career.
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Your story should have a connection between why you are attending college and why you are passionate about your career plan.
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Think about what you want to achieve and how you will pursue it.
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It’s important to show what you have accomplished and what is left to be accomplished
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Know where you see yourself professionally
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In closing, explain how the scholarship would benefit you. Recap your story, what motivates you, and what brings you passion. The scholarship provider should have a clear understanding of who you are as a person, what your goals are, and how you will achieve your goals and career plan.
Caution!
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Writing should be in your own words; do NOT plagiarize
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Spelling and grammar should always be checked
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The word count counts! Do not exceed or fall short of the requirements
Now that you have your essay go to SALTmoney.org to search for scholarships right for you! Need help with how to search for scholarships? Follow these simple instructions. And remember, we’re always here to help!