What Is AISES Looking For In A Scholarship Essay?
• The essays required as a part of each scholarship application are the main element of your application that tell the evaluators about you. Make your essay personal, clear, and concise. • Read the cover sheet to the application to find out what specifically should be included in your essay. Each scholarship has a different focus/emphasis, and your essay(s) should be tailored accordingly. • It is best to use a typewriter or computer if at all possible, so your application is easy to read. If you do not have access to a typewriter or computer, print clearly and carefully. • We recommend using a 12-point font, double-spaced. • Spell check! • Spell check! We have provided some actual essays for you to review. These essays scored the highest in the 2001-2002 application cycle. These scholars have graciously agreed to share their essays with you. These sample essays are provided solely for reference and are not to be duplicated or used in part or whole for any reason. (pdf format) • Sample
