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Scholarship Jacob Arzaga Azusa Scholars Judy Juarez TELACU Scholars
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Scholarship
Jacob ArzagaAzusa Scholars
Judy JuarezTELACU Scholars
Why are scholarships so important?
What Makes You Stand Out?
Make Me Laugh Scholarship
Flavor of the Month Scholarship
Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
Beans for Brains Scholarship
Vegetarian resource group
Tall Club Scholarship
Wacky Scholarship Opportunities
terms you should know….
Resume• A written
summary of your education, work, experience, credentials, and accomplishments and is used to apply for scholarships and jobs.
TYPES OF INTERVIEWS…
PanelAn interview conducted by more than one individual.
The number of panelists vary.
PhoneUsed to screen candidates in
order to narrow the pool of applicants who will be invited
for in-person interviews
Skype Interviews
Personal Statements…
A picture. Provide a
snapshot of who you are as a person.
An invitation. Invite your
reader to get to know you
An indication of your
priorities and values.
Your story. The personal
statement allows you room for creative
meaningful self-
reflection.
Letters of Recommendation
• Carefully choose recommenders• Give them enough time• Always provide description of
scholarship and resume• Follow up if needed• Always thank them
Find. Plan. Do.
it’s a numbers game.
The more you apply to the better your odds are at being awarded
Read the Requirements
• While the Scholarships may look similar, each may require something different.
• Scholarship sponsors will not consider your application if you don’t satisfy the prerequisites
Your Grades are Still Very Important
Organize your surroundings and your time: Don’t be that person
Write the name of each scholarship Set reminders (2 Weeks Ahead At Least)
Organize by deadline date and amount of scholarship
Keep a calendar of deadlines
Make a Checklist:
Essays Letters of Recommendation
FAFSA
Create your own filling system
Set aside time to work on your scholarships
If you miss a deadline…YOUR’E OUT!
Getting It Done
Watch the deadline
like a hawk
Don’t Give Up! Fight the Procrastination Monster
Here at APU…• Multi Ethnic Leadership Scholarship• TELACU Scholars• Azusa Scholars
Jacob ArzagaAzusa Scholars
[email protected] Aguilera
Gates Millenium Scholar [email protected]
Judy JuarezTELACU Scholars
[email protected]:@judyejuarez
