How to Apply for a Scholarship-simple tips

Amit Kumar Singh

Wednesday, 20 Jun 2007 15:35 UTC

Finding a Scholarship

First most important thing is that you should know what kinds of scholarships and jobs around. Because if you don’t know about the scholarships then how will you apply? Therefore, make a good collection of scholarships websites. Some are top websites are listed here.

http://www.nature.com/naturejobs/index.html
http://www.jobs.ac.uk/
http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org/

Application Tips

First impression is the last Impression:

Always make a nice, clean and organised application folder. It will give employers the impression that you an organised person.

Apply in First Round:

Always apply well before the application deadline. Most of the employers do their research and make their minds before calling someone for interview. Therefore give them plenty of time.

Check the Eligibilities:

There is no question of applying for a position if you are not eligible.

Arrange all documents in order:

If sending printed application, then arrange your documents in line as described in application form.

If sending online then convert all your documents in to PDF formats.

list can be as follows:

Cover letter
CV
BSc. And MSc. Transcripts
GRE/TOEFL scores
Scholarship forms
Essays or SOP
Letters of recommendation
Others requested by the employer

Letters of recommendations should be sealed and signed by your referees

Read your application carefully:

Always read your application carefully or ask someone to read and comment on it.

Make sure your application is complete:

Sending incomplete application will be disastrous. Always make sure that your application is complete.

Sending application:

Always use secured postal services where you can track your application and make sure your application has been received.

Now you have applied. What to do now?

Simply wait, but don’t stop here, because you never know whats going to happen with your application. Keep applying for new scholarships in your area of interest.

If you get selected for interview?

Well done, you have done a great job. Now prepare for the interview.
Our interview tips coming soon.

If Not get selected for interview?

Don’t worry, it happens with every one.

Check your application again and see what’s wrong? Make it better and apply again.

Key is keep applying.

”The will to conquer is the first condition of victory.” Ferdinand Foch

Please feel free to ask and post if you have any questions.

Good luck.


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