2018-19 PCHS Scholarship Information Sandi Ogden Counselor (A - D) - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

2018-19 PCHS Scholarship Information Sandi Ogden Counselor (A - D) Heather Brown Counselor (M-R)

Searching and applying for scholarships ● Apply! You will not receive a scholarship unless you apply! ● Apply to as many scholarships as possible. ● Make sure you include the most up-to-date information.

Where to find information ● Scholarship information may be in announcements, emails, and/or text on classroom Remind (sign up). ● Local scholarship information may be found on the PCHS Counselor website.

Finding scholarship information on PCHS website ➢ Go to homepage www.plattecountyschooldistrict.com ➢ School: Platte County High School ➢ Counseling Center ➢ Scholarships Shortcut also available on left side of PCHS homepage

Searching for Scholarships ● PCHS website - local and search engines. ● Your own online research ● Check with parents’/guardians’ employer and applicable businesses and organizations (banks, insurance agency, churches, alumni associations, etc.).

Merit-Based Scholarships Apply EARLY to the college or university before the 1. deadline. Colleges and universities will make decisions based on merit 2. (ACT/SAT, GPA, etc).* We do not rank at PCHS. Compare benefits and costs. 3. *also check with your prospective college/university for competitive and departmental scholarships (these deadlines typically differ from merit-based awards)

Other expenses to expect in college ● Application fees (vary) ● Books and supplies ● Information/technology fees ● Specialized fees (art, nursing, etc.) ● Transcript request fees ● Direct ACT results fees ● Parking ● Personal expenses

Bright Flight Scholarship For students scoring in the top 3% of Missouri students on ● ACT or SAT Amount can change year to year - depending on state funds ● Eligible students will receive a letter from MDHE ● Bright Flight scholarship may be renewed annually ● For more information: MDHE website

A+ Scholarship Program A+ will pay tuition at a 2 year college, technical school, ● or trade school in Missouri. Must meet all requirements. ● Some 4 year colleges and universities may offer ● scholarships in varying amounts even if they do not accept A+ for tuition. For more information and how to qualify, contact Bev Hartland, A+ Coordinator.

Scholarship Application Tips ● Follow all guidelines on the application. ● Type and proofread your applications - have someone else review it also. ● Pay attention to detail! ● Turn in applications early - do not wait until the last minute. Deadlines are strictly enforced. * Pay EXTRA close attention if you are copying and pasting information or an essay - make the information specific to the scholarship to which you are applying.

Scholarship Applications & Essays Do not wait until the last minute to write your essays. ● Create a calendar of scholarship deadlines and pace ● yourself. Store scholarship information and essays in a file, ● Drive or on a flash drive. Draft a resume to have ready for applications. ●

Scholarship Resume - What to Include ● School activities, including leadership positions ● Community service or activities ● Weighted or honors courses ● GPA and ACT score (may also be part of application) ● Jobs and/or volunteer work ● Obstacles you have overcome ● Financial need

Letters of Recommendation ● If possible, ask someone relevant to the scholarship for which you are applying. ● If asking for a letter from a counselor, complete the online form. http://plattecountyschooldistrict.com/domain/1088 ● Be punctual and considerate. Always give the recommender at least 2 weeks notice. ● Provide all necessary information that you would like included (can include your resume). ● Provide stamps and envelopes if needed. ● Thank the recommender.

After receiving a scholarship ALWAYS send a thank you note to the organization or ● person granting the scholarship. Consider thanking them in person or attending a meeting if ● appropriate. Be aware if you need to provide information in order to ● receive funds (class schedule, etc). Make sure you are aware of what is needed well ahead of time (do not wait until college starts in the fall to ask if you have questions) Note if the scholarship is renewable and be sure you are ● aware of how to request renewal.

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