What should I prepare if I want to get a scholarship abroad?
Updated on Aug 23, 2024Edvoy can guide you on scholarships, but we don't provide them directly.
And just a heads-up, scholarships typically won't cover your living expenses.
To increase your chances of securing a scholarship abroad, follow these steps:
- Explore scholarships, and understand their requirements, eligibility criteria and deadlines.
- Strive for excellence in your studies and maintain a high GPA.
- Prepare and take required standardised tests like TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, GRE or GMAT.
- Request letters from professors, teachers or mentors who can attest to your abilities and achievements.
- Write a persuasive statement of purpose or essay highlighting your goals, motivations, experiences and how the scholarship will aid your aspirations.
- Engage in extracurricular activities, leadership roles, community service or research projects to demonstrate your well-roundedness and initiative.
- Showcase your academic achievements, work experience, internships, research involvement and relevant skills.
- Gather necessary financial documents like bank statements or income certificates.
- Ensure you meet language proficiency requirements by taking language proficiency exams and achieving the necessary scores.
- Practise common interview questions to effectively communicate your strengths, experiences and motivations.
Stay organised, plan ahead and present a strong application that demonstrates your qualifications, achievements and dedication to the scholarship opportunity.
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