Applying for an online or offline scholarship: What do I need to know? Part two

“What do I need to know” when applying for an offline or online scholarship is a question that put at the right moment saves you time and energy; because no matter if you opt for distance learning education provided by accredited online universities or go for the classic tradition you are entitled to win a scholarship.

In our previous article we revealed some important aspects you ought to take in consideration before and during applying for a scholarship. We have mentioned the importance of conducting a proper research in advance, checking the eligibility criteria, being organized and providing all the needed documents in order to be shortlisted. What is next? Let’s see which are the other aspects that take you closer to winning a scholarship – whether we are talking about a distance learning scholarship or offline scholarship.

Consequently, you need to think about presentation. The scholarship application is similar to a job interview. It is important that you give a good impression which means that you need to pay attention to spelling mistakes or illegible writing. Before you send the application, you might want to ask a friend to proofread it. Mistakes (if made) will be discovered and corrected.

It is important that you provide correct information; not only must you provide all the information you are requested but you also need to provide it correctly. You do not want to look unprofessional and above all you might encounter delays if you provide the wrong phone number or physical address. So, in order to avoid all the unpleasant situations, it is best that you double check all the details you mentioned in the form.

You might want to provide references. Most of the scholarship providers request that students provide references or referees. Choose the people carefully because they represent you and vouch for you. It is important that you need to brief them about when you intend to apply for a scholarship and the skills and experience you need to demonstrate. Whether you are submitting your application for a distance learning education scholarship provided by an online university or for an offline scholarship, the references help you.

Do not miss the deadline. Both offline and online universities establish precise closing dates for applicants. In case you miss the deadline, your application will not be considered.

Hope that you will let yourself guided by the content within our articles and seize the scholarship opportunity of your life!