Scholarship Application Materials

Do you have scholarship application materials ready to go?

Some applications require one or more of the following:

1. Letters of recommendation – Choose people who know you best and will write a well-written letter.  You want to ensure your reference matches the qualifications requested on the application. This means that while your neighbor may think very highly of you, it may be more appropriate to ask a school official (Teacher, Counselor, Principal), to write the letter.

Most people who write letters of recommendation find that a written list of your strengths and accomplishments helps the process go more smoothly. You should offer to provide such a list when you ask for the letter to be written. Also, be sure to give the letter writer a couple of weeks advance notice, where possible.

For more helpful info on letters of recommendation, see the website links below:


2. Personal statement and/or Essay – Demonstrates why you are the perfect match for the scholarship. Might include future goals and plans, talents, accomplishments, etc. See the video and links below for more detailed information, along with a few examples.  
3. Résumé - Some scholarship applications may request a resume outlining your strengths and accomplishments. In other cases, they may like to see a resume outlining your work experience. Beckie Henrie (MCHS) or Marcy Hansen (RHS) in the Career Center can help you with your resume. There is also a great resume tool on UtahFutures.org See the links below for help with scholarship resumes.
For help with employment Resumes, see Beckie Henrie (MCHS) or Marcy Hansen (RHS) in the Career Center.
  
4. Official Transcript(s)  - You can get these from Amy Archibald (MCHS) or Gay Leishman (RHS), Registrar, in the counseling office. Transcripts cost $2 at MCHS if Amy sends them to an institution for you. At RHS transcripts are free if sent electronically or you pick it up, $1 if you need it mailed with a stamp and envelope.

5. Nominations by a school official – Some scholarships can only be applied for if you receive recommended by a school official. In this case, be sure to notify Tara Johnson (RHS) or Angela Wood (MCHS) in the counseling office.

6. Interviews  - Some scholarship committees may choose to interview their applicants. You will find a link listed below that offers some excellent tips when it comes to scholarship interviews.
GoCollege.Com's Tips for Scholarship Interviews
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