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How to win business scholarships
Now you’ve got a great list of business scholarships at your fingertips that you can begin applying to. But before you begin your essays, it can be useful to take a moment for some reflection. Try sitting down and brainstorming the answers to a few questions to give you some perspective as to the approach you’ll take in your applications. Here are some ideas for questions to ask yourself:
- How do I hope to change the world with my career in business?
- What experiences inspired me to pursue business?
- What have I accomplished so far that demonstrates my future potential in the field?
- Where do I see myself ten years from now?
- Who inspired me to pursue business and what about their story resonated with me?
As you write the answers to these questions, don’t worry about word limits, succinctness, or even grammar or punctuation! You can write in bullet points, paragraphs, or whatever works best for you. Once you’ve got them all down on the page, you can use this as a resource when you begin your essays. That way, once you have the prompt in front of you, you can focus on how to make your essay powerfully-worded, and you already have the content laid out.
Writing effective scholarship essays
Writing a good scholarship essay is key to finding success in your application. We’ve got a host of resources to help you succeed in this endeavor. These include guides on how to start a scholarship essay (with examples!) and how to write an essay about yourself. Here are a few more guides to check out:
- How to write a winning scholarship essay
- How to write a scholarship resume
- Tailoring your writing to a 250 or 500 word limit
Resources for business students
As a business student, you probably already know that networking is a crucial ingredient for success in the business world. One great way to start networking as a student is to join student organizations that connect you with students from other schools. We’ve collected a few different organizations business students might consider joining to help advance their education and careers (some even offer their own scholarships!)
Beta Alpha Psi
Beta Alpha Psi is an international honor society for finance information students and professionals. If you qualify for membership, you’ll have to pay a one-time fee and then you’ll have lifetime access. This membership comes with a host of benefits. First off, it looks impressive on your resume! Beyond that, it connects you to mentors around the world and provides a great spread of networking opportunities.
Beta Gamma Sigma
Beta Gamma Sigma is an international business honor society with connections all around the world. Business students who qualify will receive the opportunity to talk with a great number of professionals, in addition to the prestige of putting the organization on their resume! They also offer summits, conferences, certifications, and more.
American Management Association
For those interested in business management, don’t overlook the AMA! They offer a wide variety of classes, certifications, and trainings which look impressive on a resume. This can be a great way to complement your educational credentials on your resume.
Frequently asked questions about business scholarships
Can marketing students apply for business scholarships?
The answer to this question varies on the scholarship you are considering. Many business scholarships also allow marketing applicants, but others are tailored specifically towards business management, finance, or other aspects of business. Always be sure to read a scholarship description carefully before starting your application to avoid spending time on an opportunity you don’t qualify for.
Can I apply for business scholarships in undergrad?
Yes, many of these scholarships accept undergraduate candidates! Always be sure to read the qualifications carefully before applying to be sure. However, you’ll find a wide variety of scholarships for undergraduate business students on this list.
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