- Correct spelling and punctuation throughout the application is key. From proper capitalization on your name and address, to the quality of the writing in your personal statement, every detail counts.
- Organize your information. Answers requiring multiple lines of text should be entered in an orderly format. Keep your answers clear and concise.
- Typing information as if you’re texting is not a good look on a scholarship application. Enuf said. 😉
- Take every opportunity to share information about yourself within the application where applicable. While we value recommendations, sometimes we learn more about a student from the recommender than we do from the applicant. For example, there may have been activities or a leadership position a student was involved in, but they chose to leave that section of the application blank. We only know as much as you’re willing to share with us. Use your own voice rather than hope someone else will speak up for you.
- Personal statement tips:Â
- Type your statement in a separate program, such as Word, then copy and paste it into the application.Â
- See item #2 above. Paragraphs and sentence structure are evaluated as part of the writing process.
- Stay on topic.
- Be authentic.
- Proofread!!! Have someone else look over your writing before you submit.
- Make sure to attach all pages of your current transcript. ALUMNI: Give yourself plenty of time to obtain an OFFICIAL transcript from your college. An unofficial transcript won’t work as a replacement.
- Don’t stress! Get help from someone you trust or contact ck.lauzier@nwi.net if you have questions.
