Here is an example of a scholarship application:
- [Your Name]
- [Your Address]
- [City, State ZIP Code]
- [Email Address]
- [Phone Number]
- [Today’s Date]
- [Scholarship Committee Name]
- [Organization Name]
- [Address]
- [City, State ZIP Code]
Dear Scholarship Committee,
I am writing to apply for the [Scholarship Name] scholarship, which I found through [Source of Information]. As a [Current Status - e.g. high school senior, college student], I am extremely interested in pursuing my education in [Field of Study] and believe that this scholarship will provide me with the financial assistance that I need to achieve my academic and career goals.
I am currently [Briefly describe your academic and extracurricular achievements]. These experiences have taught me valuable lessons in [Skills/Values], and have instilled in me a strong desire to continue my education and give back to my community.
Unfortunately, due to my family's financial situation, I am unable to afford the cost of attending college without financial assistance. Winning this scholarship would not only help alleviate the financial burden of pursuing a higher education, but also give me the opportunity to focus more fully on my studies.
Please find attached my application, which includes my transcript, resume, and [Additional Required Documents]. I would be grateful for the opportunity to discuss my application with you in more detail, and can be reached at [Your Contact Information].
Thank you for considering my application.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]