Online Class: Get College Scholarships
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Get College Scholarships walks you through the steps of applying for scholarships. First, you are introduced to the largest resources for researching scholarships that you qualify for. Next, you learn what scholarships look like, and the various components of vital criteria you need to be aware of in applying for a scholarship. After that, you will get a feel for what the scholarship committees are all about, how they operate, and what they look for in reviewing scholarships. Then, you will learn how to write a scholarship essay, and will read essays that have won scholarships. Lastly, you will put it all together and walk through the process of scholarship application from researching resources to putting your application package in the mail. The course consists of a course overview and six lessons, seven assignments and six quizzes.
There is no required reading, books, or other materials for this course. Students need to have a familiarity with the computer and basic internet navigational skills in order to research scholarships. Earn a certificate (both hard copy and electronic) upon successful completion (additional charges apply). UniversalClass™ offers many wonderful learning tools to help you get the most out of your online course,
including an online portfolio service that manages all your course completions.
 Course Description Imagine walking out of college without owing a penny in student loans! Yes, you really can get college scholarships, and many students every year just like yourself get them. It is a myth that scholarships are only given to those with 3.8-4.0 GPA's. That is simply not true; and in-fact, many applicants with very minimal GPA's apply for and receive thousands of dollars in scholarships by applying what you will learn in this course. This course discusses what scholarships are, directs you to the best resources for finding thousands of scholarships, reveals how to appeal to scholarship committees, shows you how to complete the scholarship application, outlines vital verifications and criteria you will need that must accompany your application, shows you samples upon samples of what scholarships look like, it baby-steps you through writing an award-worthy scholarship essay and shows you actual samples of essays that have won scholarships. Finally, you walk through the process from research to tucking your application into the mail, to ensure you are clear on how to put your best foot forward and walk the path others have in winning their scholarships. This course consists of six lessons, assignments, netlinks, and quizzes to ensure you have understood the material. By the time you completed this course, you will know how to find and apply for scholarships, as well as how to write a personalized essay. Your instructor is a college instructor who teaches scholarship essay writing and who has been successful in coaching students in obtaining a number of various scholarships over the years. Course Lessons |  | Lesson 1: Course OrientationThis orientation will guide you through taking this course. | Lesson 2: An Overview of ScholarshipsThis lesson gives you an overview of scholarships -- what they are, who gives them, why they are given, what types there are, and resources for finding them. | Lesson 3: Sample ScholarshipsThis lesson shows you samples of scholarships from a typical college, 4 year institute, or university. | Lesson 4: Pitching Yourself to Scholarship CommitteesThis lesson focuses on pitching yourself to a scholarship committee. | Lesson 5: The Three Step Scholarship EssayThis lesson will show you how to write an award-worthy essay | Lesson 6: Let's Walk Through the ProcessThis lesson walks through applying for scholarships step-by-step. | Lesson 7: Final ReviewThis will review what you have learned throughout this course. |
Optional Certificates Awarded - Certificate of Attendance
- Certificate of Class Participation
- Certificate of Appreciation
- Certificate of Merit
- Certificate of Outstanding Achievement
- Certificate of Academic Excellence
Students need to complete all lessons and course components with a score of 75% or better to qualify for all certificates, except the Certificate of Academic Excellence, which requires 80%. Certificates may be awarded by the instructor at his/her own discretion and are based on student merit.
To save your award and have a hard-copy delivered, there is a $30.00 processing fee that covers the customization, printing, and delivery of the award, as well as access to the UniversalClass™ Portfolio Service that documents your achievements online.
Official awards have a serial number that verifies the authenticity of the award (great for employers
to verify your achievement).
| | Additional Information | Course Title | : | Get College Scholarships | | CEU Value | : | | | Course Number | : | 10562 | | Course Type | : | How To | | Course URL | : | | | Course Rating | : | Not Reviewed | | Instructor | : | | | Syllabus | : | | | Duration | : | Continuous: Enroll anytime! | | Course Fee | : | Basic Course: $19 | | | | |
NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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