the great grab for the cash. last year local money $64,999.75 institutional grants $204,451.00
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The Great Grab for the Cash.Last Year Local Money $64,999.75Institutional Grants $204,451.00
SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION
How Scholarships Work..
• Institutional Scholarships- scholarships given by a college because of your ACT, GPA, Leadership or special talent.
• Departmental Scholarships-usually declare a major and specific criteria. Every school has a different process and deadline.
• State and National Scholarships-vary in size, who can apply, and criteria. http://college.usatoday.com/2012/01/30/the-10-best-sites-to-look-for-scholarships/
Local Form Guidelines• We would like to keep apps at 2 pages. • Type info above the line.• Make sure you type the application.• Be sure to include your school information especially the cost. (You
can look it up on web.)
• Personal Statement can be cut and pasted in, please do not include on separate sheet of paper.
• Please list the school and community activities in designated area. Really prefer that resumes are not attached.
• Be sure to save the document so that you can go back and edit it. • Once completed turn in a clean copy to the Guidance office.• What’s next??? Process
Tips for the Scholarship Process
• Make a file folder for scholarships.• Include the following items in your folder: resume,
transcripts, 2 copies of Apps, family military papers.• Save all essay because you can tweak and reuse
them. • Writing a good scholarship essay ppt. emailed to
you. • Plan a weekly time 2nd semester to work on
scholarships.
Final Thoughts
• Don’t be afraid to work….• Be good to Mrs. Mifflin….• Best night of the year is Senior Awards night….