1. 1 Winning scholarships FREE MONEY Learning Clicks Advanced Education & Technology

2. 2 OBEY THE GOLDEN RULE PAY ATTENTION TO DEADLINES! Have your application in as EARLY as possible

3. 3 DO THIS… Always write a cover letter Begin with “Thank you” Say how this scholarship will help you

4. 4 PRACTICE THIS… Ensure you keep to requirements Keep items in order of request Keep items separate (avoid adding 2 or more mixed items to same page)

5. 5 ALWAYS DO THIS… Always write the essay Focus on educational/career aspirations Ask instructors for letters of “praise” or recommendation putting you in limelight Get a “positive” letter from peers Include letters of congratulations

6. 6 REMEMBER TO GET THIS… Shoot for 3 Letters of Reference Be sure to personalize your letters Pre-write/draft your own (profs are busy) Always indicate if items are “added extras”

7. 7 ORGNIZATION IS KEY… Be NEAT Be TIDY Proofread all materials Have friends/trusted others also proofread

8. 8 PRESENTING THE PRIZE – WRAP IT UP Itemize contents in order of request Use a “clean looking” folder (clear plastic) Add a picture of yourself Ensure you know whether “extras” or “added extras” are a no-no (if unsure – find out)

9. 9 FOLLOW UP… Call and ensure package was received DO NOT CALL if there are instructions not to call ALWAYS be nice to the receptionist Send a short thank you email or card

10. 10 PUT ON THE OL’ “RAZZLE DAZZLE’EM” (WINNING) Write a thank you letter – donors love to be acknowledged Send a card Include a picture of self (family, self in ‘action’ optional) End with acknowledgment that they are important and appreciated

11. 11 QUESTIONS??