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Time to complete
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30-60 min
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Requirements
Regular:
Essay
With Mos:
Essay required
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The Community Foundation of Macon County manages a wide range of scholarships open to local students throughout the Macon area. An essay and recommendations are required. To apply, head to the website to fill out the universal application and be matched with the ones that fit your profile. Local students have a very high chance to win!
Essay
Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.
A letter of recommendation (letter of rec) is a letter written by someone in your life who can speak to your achievements, positive traits, and potential. It's basically a summary of why you're great and deserve the scholarship or funding you're applying for! Typically, students ask teachers, mentors, coaches, or employers (never family or friends). FYI: You have to ask someone to write a letter of rec for you.
Yes! But make sure to read each scholarship application's essay guidelines and requirements, and personalize your essay to each scholarship you apply to. Using the same essay for multiple applications can be a time-saver, but changing just a sentence or two can make a difference!
To have a copy of your official transcript submitted for a scholarship application, you'll need to contact the registrar's office and ask that they send your transcript to the address you provide. Tip: Make sure to do this far in advance!
For a college transcript, you can also contact the registrar's office, or, you can submit a request through your college portal. FYI: Colleges often charge a fee for this.
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