REQUESTING/COMPLETING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS

THROUGH THE COUNSELING OFFICE

Home | Introduction | Task | Process | | Evaluation | Conclusion |  Student Notes

INTRODUCTION

At Highland High School, scholarships become available from individuals, corporations, local businesses and organizations, and universities.  Many of these scholarships can be used at universities, community colleges, or technical schools.  Scholarships are advertised mainly in the Scholarship Book in the counseling office and on the daily announcements.  New scholarships are received throughout the year.  Students need to:

• observe applications deadlines
• follow directions
• keep resumes updated
• allow time for letters of recommendation.

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TASK

Request and complete a scholarship application.

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PROCESS

• Come to the counseling office.  No appointment is needed before school, at lunch, or after school.  Other times require an appointment or a pass from a teacher.

• Pull out the Scholarship Book from the Scholarship Drawer.  Look at scholarship cover sheets and applications.  Note the following:

  • grade levels which can apply for the scholarship
  • applicant requirements (gpa, leadership, activities, community service, etc.)
  • review the application - Are you a good candidate for this scholarship?
     

• Request an application by completing a Scholarship Request Form located in the Scholarship Drawer.  Your own application will be delivered to you within a few days.

• Complete the application. Follow directions EXACTLY as they are stated. THIS IS CRITICAL!!!!

• Turn in the completed application on or before the due date.

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EVALUATION

Were you selected for the scholarship?  If yes, congratulations and good job!  If not, why not?

• Did you follow directions?

• Did you have all of the sections completed including transcripts and letters of recommendation if requested?

• Were you the right candidate for this scholarship?  See your counselor for help in scholarship selection.

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CONCLUSION

Applying for scholarships will take time and commitment.  If you are serious about being a successful scholarship candidate, follow the guidelines listed above.

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STUDENT NOTES

Scholarships are also available directly from universities.  Search the websites for schools you are interested in attending.

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