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Scholarship Success WorkshopPresented by: Mr. Snipes

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Finding Scholarships

+Finding Scholarships

Start looking as soon as can Match yourself to eligibility requirements Think locally

Church, Businesses, High School Look to your state Don’t cast too-wide a net

How many applicants are there each year Is this really for me Can I live with the strings attached?

+Finding Scholarships

Good Online Search Engines CollegeBoard.Com

Does not require personal information FastWeb.com

College Admissions/Financial Aid Automatic

Merit and Need-Based Continuing

Opportunities for the future

+Scholarship Management

Obtain a planner or develop a list Track prospective scholarships

Find potential recommendars Teachers, Supervisors, or Peers that know you best

Postive Mind,Heart,Hands

Draft Personal Statement Education and Career Goals

Short-term and long-term Gather personal information

Develop a resume Work Experience Community Service Awards/Honors

+How to Spot Scholarship Scams

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Project $cholar$cam

The scholarship is guaranteed or your money back You can’t get this information anywhere else I just need your credit card or bank account number to

hold this scholarship We’ll do all the work The scholarship will cost money You’ve been selected by a national foundation

+Scholarship Common Mistakes

Missing Deadlines Un-met requirements Incomplete application Sloppy Application Undersell potential and experience Mis-spelled words and Poor Grammar

+How to avoid common scholarship application mistakes ?

Use a scholarship organizer Read the fine print Plan to turn in the scholarship a couple of days before

the deadline or post-mark date If possible, type your application. Have a second eye check your work Ie. College adviser,

counselor, teacher, parent

+How to get an edge

Type your application Turn your application in early Be thorough and quantitative as possible.

Which one sounds better? I assisted some students with their homework. I assisted 10 students with their homework.

For local and community scholarships, if not requested, send in a resume on resume paper.

+Interview Tips

The interview starts as soon as you step foot onto the property of the interview site

Have resume’s on hand Be knowledgeable about the scholarship you are applying

to Arrive at least 15 minutes before interview, never arrive

too early, seem anxious Carry a black portfolio, binder, or folder with paper and

pen Make sure breath is fresh and that no one catches you

chewing gum.

+Interview Tips

Perfume and cologne should be applied modestly

Keep your eye on the interviewer, don’t stare them down.

Appear to be engaged

Be nice to the receptionist

Don’t carry your cell phone to the interview area

If there are other interviewers with you in the interview holding room, try to avoid racy or offensive conversations.

I can’t and I don’t know phrases are foreign to you

Don’t jump into a question you don’t know, take a minute and collect your thoughts before responding. It’s better to wait then to say something foolish

Do not bash other interview candidates present or not

+Interview Tips Cont’d

If at a reception, try to make your goal to meet all of the sponsors. Avoid using slang and vernacular, pronounce your ing’s, avoid ain’t Be careful of using yes maam and yes sir, know your audience. Avoid political and religious discussions Don’t come across as being arrogant or timid Be confident even if you are in a uncomfortable environment Have questions ready at the conclusion of the interview, nothing that

be obtained through readily available sources Don’t complain, whin, or talk ill about anything. Ie. Food, time,

location, Jennings, former boss

+Cont’d

Hair should be neatly done Finger nails should be clean Invest in a watch Avoid wearing clip on ties If you do not have a suit, that’s fine, try wearing

a solid cardigan or sweater with a tie(men), button-up(women).

Make sure your shoes are clean

+Cont’d

Invest in a good interview outfit Suit, blazer, cardigan, slacks, skirt, tie,

closed-toe shoes, and stockings Target

Be conservative in appearance Preferred primary Colors: gray, navy, blk Acceptable primary Colors: tan, brown Try to avoid colors: pink, red, purple, green,

yellow, orange, white (however these can be the color of your shirts and blouses)

+Helpful Hints

After admission to college, check with departments to see if you qualify for any departmental scholarships as a freshmen. Sometimes this information can be found on the

departments website. If not, call the department to check.

Caution, some department scholarships may require you to fulfill a degree within that department.

+Helpful Hints Cont’d

Use scholarship search engines. Apply for every scholarship, even if you don’t think

you’ll qualify. Set a goal to complete a number of scholarships by

a certain time. Be cautious about career or major related

scholarships. From scholarship to loan.

Ask for help. College Adviser or Counselor Scholarship Sponsor

+ Helpful Scholarship Search Engines

CollegeBoard.com For Students, Pay for College, Scholarship Search

Fastweb.com Scholarshipexpert.com Jenningshscollegestation.weebly.com

+Scholarship Organizer

Helps you organize and prioritize your scholarship applications

Prioritize by deadline Keep scholarship forms and organizer in your portfolio.

+Questions?

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Top 5 most general lucrative scholarships

+Coca-Cola Scholars Program

The Coca−Cola Scholars Foundation works on behalf and at the direction of the entire Coca−Cola system.  

What is our Mission?Provide scholarship programs and alumni enrichment opportunities in support of exceptional peoples' thirst for knowledge and their desire to make a difference in the world. 

What is our Vision?Develop a powerful network of community leaders, touched by Coca−Cola, whose vision will help shape the world, leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come.

+Gates Millenium Scholars

+Haratio Alger

+Jackie Robinson

+Ron Brown

+Closing

Apply early and often Be aware of deadlines Utilize the scholarship organizer Avoid common mistakes If you need help, see the college adviser.

+Questions?