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Characteristics
of a Good Candidate
[Who
should apply] [Why should I
apply?] [How
many awards are there and why should I go thru the process?]
[When should I
begin the application process?] [What
are scholarships committees looking for?]
Who should apply?
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Undergraduate students interested in junior or senior
year scholarships
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Undergraduate students interested in graduate study
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Graduate students interested in ongoing funding
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Students interested in financial help based on
academic and community service achievements
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Students willing to take their time to find their
"fit"
Why should I apply?
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Financial assistance to further your life's education
goals
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Self-identity and goal discovery
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Preparation for graduate school applications
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Can't win if you don't apply
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Many scholarships want candidates who are
well-rounded, not solely super brain power
How many awards are there and why should I go through the process?
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Many big scholarships have long odds, but you can't win
if you don't enter the race
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Excellent graduate school application preparation
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Institutional nominees/finalists/honorable
mentions may enhance other application's chances of success
When should I
begin the application process?
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Each scholarship has specific deadlines; paperwork
needs to start 3 months before institutional deadline
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Best odds are a result of an early start
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Sophomore year for domestic undergraduate / Junior for foreign
2nd undergraduate and graduate programs
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Best odds = careful transcript/volunteer preparation
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Best odds = building resume through summer internships, study abroad,
and non-academic development
What are
scholarships committees looking for?
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Honest candidates
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Candidates who demonstrate strong academic ability
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Candidates not just in it for the money; candidates
who are looking for a broader life experience
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Interesting people: people with potential and
curiosity, people with the promise of leadership
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Candidates who are not self-centered
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