The Scholarship/Resource Office provides information about scholarships and offers guidance in the scholarship application process. There you will find helpful information such as how to search for a scholarship, how to write an effective essay and how to create a scholarship application tracking calendar.
How do I apply for a scholarship?
Usually, scholarship applications are available 6 to 8 weeks before the deadline. The application process should take place a semester to a year prior to the academic year/semester you hope to receive the money. If you find out about a scholarship after the deadline, do not worry! Just remember the deadline, and plan to apply the following year.
Each scholarship has a different process. Usually, you must fill out an application form, which includes biographical information, provide references, supply financial aid information (if requested), and write an essay. The essay topics vary, but it is a critical part of the application. This is your chance to set yourself apart from the other candidates.
Keep a copy of any scholarship application paperwork to utilize in the ongoing application process such as:
- Any essays you write, including an educational goal statement
- Income tax forms
- Information from the Financial Aid Office, such as the Student Aid Report (SAR) and award letters
- College and/or high school transcripts
- Your resume
- Letters of recommendation (from teachers, professors, employers)
Scholarship applicaton resources