My ambition and motivation to go to college despite the adversities, I have been through play a big part in me applying for this scholarship. With my mom being the only financial provider in my household, I do not want to have to worry her with any loans on top of the bills she has to already pay. She is my motivation to go to college and I always promised her that she would never have to worry about any debt from me going to college. Since a very young age, my goal for college was to go and not have to come out of packet as, little as possible. My career aspirations are to become a Nurse Practitioner, and without the help of this scholarship to complete my bachelor’s degree, this dream will not come…
I deserve to be selected for the KSU Foundation scholarship because I am dedicated to serving others and know how important it is to persevere. Having won an Air Force Junior ROTC national community service award in the 9th grade and having voluntarily completed over five hundred community service hours during my junior and senior years of high school, I want to continue on serving others in any capacity possible. Receiving this scholarship would allow me to continue on the path to becoming a surgeon for Doctors Without Borders by assisting me financially, allowing me to have more time to serve my community when I otherwise would have been working to be able to afford to stay in college and complete my degree program. Finally, my work and volunteer…
The past year has been very difficult in my family because my father got cut off of his good paying job which covered most bills, but recently I was able to work more often. I put less stress off my parents shoulders by helping them with things they needed around the house. We were able to get back on their feet at least but this Bloch scholarship would be a Financial saver towards my parents because I don't want my educational goals make them struggle. I want to be able to help my parents and already give back to them. To do that first I will have to go to college to be able to get a good paying job. Also secondly it will allow me to get situated with being out of high school and moving on into college. I know it will help me get comfortable since I can move on into a bigger college with more students in a classroom by time.…
I don’t know if I feel that saying that I deserve this scholarship is the right thing to say, but going to Japan has been a goal of mine ever since I can remember. My grandfather was the one who really got me interested in Japan. He would always tell me stories about the culture, people, the little bits of language that he picked up, and the time that he spent there. My grandfather would have loved me going to Japan and would have supported me whole heartedly. I want to go to Japan not only to see what he saw, but also to improve the little that I know and improve myself.…
Like everyone else I have been put the test and have gone through trials and tribulations to get to where I am today. However, many people have not experienced the same hardships as myself. I am a first generation college student and I reside in a household that's income is rather low. Being a first generation college student has been a challenge that I am immensely proud of achieving. Being a pioneer for my family's future of acedemic success is an exhilarating feeling. I am proud that I was able to be accepted to college in order to improve myself in and out of the classroom. If I am fortuitous enough to receive this scholarship I will make it my mission to use it in the best way…
I believe I should be awarded this scholarship because I work hard in everything that is thrown my way. I try to be the best I can be so I can make my way to college possible. To keep myself going in the right direction, I set goals for myself. I have the drive to try my best for any goal I set. I should be awarded this scholarship not only for money, but for a motivation to never give up.…
I believe that I deserve this scholarship because I put so much effort into every task that I am given. I give only my best, and see each task through to the end. I really deserve and need this opportunity for the scholarship since I am single mother working part-time job maintaining my name in Dean’s list, and having to pay Out-of-State tuition since I have not been living in West Virginia over a year yet. I’ve always worked hard, and have done well in my classes even for nursing programs as I maintained Dean’s list. I am devoted single mother of two children who needs my attention and care. I am also a hard-working student, devoted to my studies, education, and nursing. Moreover, I am committed to perform best at my work and achieve my responsibilities and duties well. Not to mention my passion for others and to take care of them when in need as my nursing profession would allow me to serve more and more people. I can’t wait to become Family Nurse Practitioner, as I have always…
I believe I should be considered for this scholarship because as a hardworking and confident student, I would be able to use the advantage of the scholarship to help me pursue my post-secondary studies. I wish to attend post-secondary to pursue my studies in the field of Computer Engineering. I have always been fascinated by technology and interested in how technology works. Attending post-secondary will help me gain the knowledge and skills to become a successful computer software engineer. After entering the workforce, I wish to invent or innovate something that will benefit those less fortunate than myself. We live in a world shaped by engineering and with advancing technology, engineers will help people live better lives and I want to be…
I believe I deserve to be selected for one of your foundation’s scholarships because as a hard working student I commit myself to effectively take advantage of the opportunity that the scholarships will provide me. Besides, I am a student that does not only persistently works hard academically, but also I constantly try to improve my own community's quality of life by doing volunteer work. I try to connect my passion for education with my desire of helping others.…
In a world that is engulfed in darkness and despair, there has been a single flame which has lit the way to my success. With this single flickering light in the dark I was allowed search and finally find an answer to the single most important question in everyone's life. What is my purpose? I have spent my entire existence wondering where I belonged and why I was put on this world. I have finally realized my potential and what I am here to do. I am here to bring joy to those who are wallowing in sadness, bring hope into someone who has lost everything, and change the lives of others. Music has helped me find what my purpose is. From my earliest memories I remember sitting and listening to music, feeling as though the world had suddenly…
The impact of being awarded this scholarship would forever change my life. It would be a significant boost of confidence from others and for myself. I would also be afforded the opportunity and privilege to finally begin my chosen career. There are no limits to the possibilities of this scholarship and the ways it will affect my…
I grew up along side of two other siblings, both never attended college. Being the youngest out of the three, I wanted to better myself educationally to help myself in the future. My mother and father has always given all three of us a loving and caring environment to live in. Unfortunately, my mother and father did not attend college, both decisions they regret. Living with such a big family and the hard times that the economy has been in for the past years, they did not have the ability to save for my college education. Nevertheless, it was always my intent to pay for my education all by myself. Thus, I need this scholarship you offer to not create financial stress upon my parents. I have always done activities that involve school. In my…
Hello friends. I deserve this scholarship because I own the paramount educational values that will guide me throughout my educational journey. I have a clear idea in mind of what I aspire to do with my life, and that makes everything much easier for me. Confidence is the best word to describe myself during this time of life. I go to a great school that I love, have amazing friends, and have been raised with parents who I want to make very proud. My academic goals include maintaining a 3.0 GPA for the rest of the three years I'm in school and earning an Exercise Science degree. From there, I plan to eagerly apply for jobs as I am tremendously excited about this degree and what it pertains. I am pursuing my passion, and that is what it is all about.…
I remember when I had completed five years at Merl High School and I had…
The Affton Alumni Association Scholarship will make a difference in my post-high school education in three ways: financially, educationally, and personally. Financial assistance is a necessity for many college students, particularly those planning careers that require many years of education beyond the undergraduate level.…