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Applying for scholarship opportunities

5 November 202116 September 2021 Olusegun Agagu FoundationLeave a commentScholarship Opportunities

Applying for a scholarship at a university or educational institution can be nerve-racking if you do not know what to do. Here are some helpful hints to help you on your way to becoming a successful applicant. Be careful of Read More

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National Endowment for the Arts

5 October 202116 September 2021 Olusegun Agagu FoundationLeave a commentOrganizations and Foundations, Scholarship Opportunities

The study and appreciation for arts and culture are central to every society. The National Endowment for the Arts organization has been working for more than five decades to unite the American people through artistic and cultural activities. They vow Read More

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Engineering competition to win a scholarship

6 September 202116 September 2021 Olusegun Agagu FoundationLeave a commentEvents and Activities, Scholarship Opportunities

Every year Ivey Engineering Inc. hosts an essay competition whereby lucky students from the US can win a whopping $1,000 scholarship. This money can be used for university tuition fees. The announcement of the winner The deadline for the scholarship Read More

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Brilliant scholarship opportunities

23 August 202116 September 2021 Olusegun Agagu FoundationLeave a commentEvents and Activities, Scholarship Opportunities

Finding a scholarship is no small feat. It can take a lot of patience, hard work, and luck. There are always a limited number of scholarships being dished out. Students interested in applying for a scholarship program can look at Read More

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  • casino12 - Applying for scholarship opportunities Applying for scholarship opportunities

    Applying for a scholarship at a university or educational institution can be nerve-racking if you do not know what to do. Here are some helpful hints to help you on your way to becoming a successful applicant. Be careful of scams Watch out for scams that steal your personal information by giving you false promises of a scholarship. The warning signs for a scam may include no specific application deadlines, promises of a guarantee, requests for bank account info, or words like “free money” and “everybody is eligible”, are dead giveaways. Complete the application It is crucial to answer every question in the application as honestly as possible. Write “N/A” instead of leaving a question open. Always provide all the supporting documents requested by the organization. Make sure the information you provide is accurate. Be neat and conscientious Serious applicants type their applications. Make a few copies of your application before filling it out. If you really must write your application in pen, do so neatly. Applicants who fail to do this may not even be considered. Be careful of deadlines Sources indicate that applications sent through weeks before the deadline are more likely to succeed. Don’t ask for an extension, as this immediately creates the wrong impression for the people judging your application. Rather try to submit it a few days before the deadline. Don’t be afraid to ask for help Finally, everyone has the right to raise a question about a particular aspect of the application process. There is no need to be too embarrassed or afraid to ask a question about anything.  

  • arts1 - National Endowment for the Arts National Endowment for the Arts

    The study and appreciation for arts and culture are central to every society. The National Endowment for the Arts organization has been working for more than five decades to unite the American people through artistic and cultural activities. They vow to create a positive impact by contributing to communities in the United States. Grants for Arts Projects  The National Endowment for the Arts is based in the United States, and funding involves providing tools and grants for students to learn and create art across the United States. It also teaches individuals about the connection between art and community life. The funding is also used to support projects in rural communities. The National Endowment for the Arts works to respect the beliefs and values of all individuals. The projects use the arts to heal and address conflict in society. The organization also endeavors to promote the significance of cultural and historical heritage and preserving this heritage for future generations. Grants awarded to students Applicants who wish to apply may be eligible for grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. There are always several terms and conditions attached before any of these grants can be awarded to eligible parties. Interested individuals or organizations are advised to consult the National Endowment for the Arts website for updated information on the conditions of the grant. The following groups or communities are prioritized: Hispanic Serving Institutions, Tribal Colleges and Universities, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, American Indian and Alaska Native tribes, Asian Americans, Pacific Islander communities, and organizations that support people with disabilities. Research other organizations Even though the National Endowment for the Arts grant is a great example of organizations that work to give back to the community, there are many other amazing organizations such as these for individuals to investigate.

  • casino14 - Engineering competition to win a scholarship Engineering competition to win a scholarship

    Every year Ivey Engineering Inc. hosts an essay competition whereby lucky students from the US can win a whopping $1,000 scholarship. This money can be used for university tuition fees. The announcement of the winner The deadline for the scholarship is normally the 1st of May every year. The winner will be announced and notified via email within four weeks after the deadline. The name and photo of the winner will be published on the Ivey website.  Every entry will be reviewed by a credible team of judges. The scholarship will be paid out to the college or university attended by the winning student. Essay requirements Students are advised to conduct their own research and produce an essay of between 800 to 1,000 words on the specified topics. Students are also encouraged to get their work proofread or edited before sending it through. Grammar and punctuation are essential. Essays will be criticized for creativity and content. Plagiarized essays or essays that were published in the past will be disqualified immediately. Students who break these rules may be banned from future submissions. Who can participate? Applicants should be in a transition period from high school to university. Submissions from students already enrolled for an undergraduate degree in the United States can also sign up. If a student already has a full academic scholarship or won an essay competition in the past, they are not allowed to participate again. Sending in your application Remember to supply all your personal details as prompted when mailing in your essays to scholarship@iveyengineering.com. Please mail your essays in MS Word format. Please look at the Ivey Engineering website for updated information on this annual scholarship. Even though thousands of applicants send in their essays to Ivey Engineering every year, it is not always possible to respond to every entry. Keep in mind that only one entry per applicant is allowed. Only citizens from the United States of America are eligible for participation.

  • casino15 - Big organizations providing scholarships to promising students Big organizations providing scholarships to promising students

    The big companies and corporations also do their part from time to time by giving back to the community. This can be in the form of a scholarship program or grant. The following big names have published some scholarship programs for talented graduates to pursue. Doodle 4 Google Competition With a whopping $30,000 award, students can sign up for the Doodle 4 Google competition. Participants should design a doodle about what they see for the future of society. Students can use anything from food to graphic designs.  The only rule is that all entries should incorporate the letters G-o-o-g-l-e. One lucky winner will also receive a $30,000 college scholarship to study at one of North America’s major universities.  The New York Times College Scholarship Program Students who attended public or private schools in New York City and who have proven themselves to achieve in the areas of education and community service may be eligible to apply for a $15,000 scholarship.  The program is aimed at underprivileged individuals with students whose parents have not graduated from American colleges or universities. Applicants need to be US citizens. Burger King James W. McLamore Foundation Scholarship The James W. McLamore WHOPPER Scholarship awards successful applicants with an incredible $50,000. These students need to have graduated from high school within the last three years. The pre-requisites for this program are steep. A GPA of 3.3 is required, as well as a 25 ACT score and 1220 SAT score. Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship Program Finally, the Amazon Future Engineer scholarship program assists students who plan to major in computer science, computer engineering or a similar field of study. Applicants need to have been involved in an active leadership role in community service or similar activity. There needs to be proof of work experience. The grant will be $10,000 for successful applicants. Getting noticed Finally, it may seem like an unrealistic dream to get picked by one of these big names. However, you won’t know before you try. 

  • brilliant1 - Brilliant scholarship opportunities Brilliant scholarship opportunities

    Finding a scholarship is no small feat. It can take a lot of patience, hard work, and luck. There are always a limited number of scholarships being dished out. Students interested in applying for a scholarship program can look at the following programs to get an idea of what to expect from the process. The Urban Land Institute Fellowship The Good Graduate Student Fellowship offers several scholarships worth more than $5,000. These funds will be awarded to graduates who are interested in pursuing real estate-related studies at a North American university, including architecture, urban planning, business, and geography.  Faculties normally nominate students for this grant before they become eligible. Interested graduates can contact uli.org for more details about the program. The New York Chapter Design Awards This scholarship aims to promote the art of writing about architecture and design-related subjects. This is to attract criticism among future professionals in the field of architecture. Interested graduates need to be registered for a credible architecture program.  Students will need to complete an application that includes an architectural essay with criticism or a book review with a descriptive statement of about 100 words. Two submissions are allowed per applicant. For more details, consult aiany.org. Department of Energy Scholars Program Applicants for the program will have to exhibit their skills, talents, and education while incorporating the principles of the DOE faculty. This program will also equip graduates with training that will encourage them to pursue a career in the department. For more information, graduates can access orise.orau.gov. Concluding Scholarships As can be deduced from above, programs can vary considerably about their conditions and what they offer, from one program to the next. Therefore, it is essential to do the necessary research before applying for any kind of scholarship. However, never lose hope if your application fails to reach an audience the first time. Keep on trying!   From Visually.

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