Is a personal statement or essay required?
This is a common requirement, although it varies by scholarship program. • Are letters of recommendation required? This requirement varies by scholarship program and is not as common as some of the other requirements. • Is an interview required? This requirement varies by scholarship program and is not as common as some of the other requirements. • What is the application process? Many scholarship programs have their own application forms. Some scholarships may be awarded by the financial aid office to students who have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); these scholarships are usually included in the financial aid package. Other scholarships may be awarded by the admissions office to admitted freshmen based on an overall assessment of the admission application. These scholarships may not require a separate application. • What is the application deadline? Scholarship deadlines can be six to nine months preceding the start of the academic year, while others m
