How to Write a Great Scholarship Letter

Including a scholarship letter in your scholarship applications can greatly improve your chances of being rewarded with money for school. If you write it once, the effort will pay off in a big way. Follow these steps in order to write a winning scholarship letter.

Instructions

1. Describe your situation.

   In the beginning of the scholarship letter, describe why it is that you want or need a scholarship. Present any instances of hardship that you have overcome and why you feel ready to excel in school now.

2. Detail your educational goals.

   The next portion of the letter should explain what your educational goals are, and what you will do should you be granted the scholarship. This can focus on the school you would like to go to, and the program or degree that you would like to complete.

3. Provide a layout of what you would like your career to look like.

   What are your career goals after you complete the education that the scholarship will pay for? It is a good idea to use the scholarship application letter to describe how you will use your education in order to grow into a rewarding career.

4. Express your gratitude for being considered for the scholarship.

   In closing, thank the scholarship committee for considering you for reward of the scholarship. Thank them for their time, and make sure and leave them with reliable contact information so that they can reach you.

Resources

• How to Get Scholarships
• How to Apply for the FASFA Online