Finding and applying for scholarships can be tedious, time consuming, and straight up annoying. It doesn't have to be that way though! Below are a few tips to make your scholarship search smoother and more effective.
- Start searching ASAP. Begin your searching in the summer, and continue throughout the school year.
- Answer any and all optional questions on scholarship matching websites- it makes it easier to find one to match your needs.
Use free scholarship matching services! It allows you to use a little less effort.- Keep an eye out for local scholarships or any scholarships through a parent's employer.
- Tailor your application responses to the sponsor's goal of the scholarship.
- Create a special calendar just for scholarships in order to keep deadlines organized.
- Apply to ALL scholarships that you are eligible for, especially less competitive ones. It doesn't matter if they are for a smaller amount of money. Anything will help, and multiple scholarships will add up.
- Personalize your essay and be passionate about whatever you're talking about-even if the passion is a little far-fetched.
- Create an email address specifically for scholarships.
- Keep copies of your applications.
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