How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay: 30 Essays That Won Over $3 Million in Scholarships
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Rating | : | 4.13 (670 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1932662375 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2015-02-07 |
Language | : | English |
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Jonathan J. Hooker said good. used it for school, good info. K. M. Hampton said Not bad. The key is getting your kids to actually do it. We have found that a number of schools and general scholarships have dropped the essays, however most school's Honor Programs require essays and it can be the tipping point for someone who is borderline in either grades or s. "Writing a Winning Scholarshiop Essay." according to Rkrupka1. Great book! Well organized, lots of great info. Heard the authors speak at a PTA mtg a few years back. Highly recommend any of their scholarship search books!
Examining the two basic components of scholarship competition—essays and interviews—this vital guidebook offers practical advice and real-life examples to guide students through the entire application process. A roundtable panel of judges and applicants supply inside information regarding the winning qualities sought after by award-giving organizations and tips for finding scholarships by using books, the internet, personal connections, and sources in the community. With insight into the judges' criteria for a successful application, 30 previously awarded scholarship essays are thoroughly analyzed, from choice of topic to writing style. Revealing unique strategies for preparation and over