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The College Scholarship Essay: Do This, Not That
Looking for college scholarship essay help? There are right ways and wrong ways to write and prepare a scholarship essay. Read on…
Many students miss out on wonderful scholarship opportunities like those found here because of mistakes made in their essays.
Here are some simple DO’s and DON’Ts for writing the college scholarship essay.
DON’T skip scholarships just because of a required essay.
DO start each essay with strong, provocative and/or memorable words.
DON’T embellish the truth.
DO write in the form of a story.
DON’T exceed word count.
DO have at least two pairs of eyes proofread each essay.
DON’T fear the scholarship essay, just write from the heart about something that has personal meaning.
THIS is how you win college scholarships!
You may also like to read: How to Write an Amazing College Scholarship Essay
College scholarship essays are meant to give students a way to let the judges know them on a deeper level. Follow these tips, apply for more scholarships, and win more money for school!
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Great tips!
Thanks so much, Traci! Let me know if you have any scholarship questions. 🙂
Thank you for the post. I like the Tips. It will be a good starting point for those looking to secure a college scholarship. I have looked at securing a college scholarship as a tall order but your tip makes the starting process seem easy. Thank you for the Tips.
Thank you, Charles! If you have any scholarship questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. 🙂
Essays are so tough. Especially the getting started! But this is good advice.
Thank you! 🙂
Love this! And I love how easy it is to read and hold my young ADHD mind. 😉 Makes me wish I had a reason to apply for scholarships, just so I can be a pro!
Readability is important! Thanks for visiting. 🙂
Superb information Many thanks!
Thanks so much, Angelika! 🙂