How to Win College Scholarships - College Writing and Scholarship Prep Class!
Anneliese Autry
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(56)
In this 8-week long course, high school students will learn how to create college scholarship-winning essays and applications.
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
**THERE ARE NO LIVE MEETINGS IN THIS COURSE** Students will be expected to submit a weekly class assignment, and can expect teacher feedback through the classroom within 48 hours of assignment submission. Assignments are centered around the weekly topics, with two separate chances to submit a 5 paragraph essay for review by the teacher, with edits. Have you ever been overwhelmed by how much college costs in the United States? I am here to tell you that there are a wealth of scholarships...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Finding Scholarships- How to find scholarships that fit students' personal interests on scholarship search engines and at their local high schools - Making a plan for applying for scholarships and colleges - Local organizations that offer scholarships *Assignment #1: Find 3-5 Scholarships from your local region that you qualify/will qualify for*Week 2Lesson 2Letters of Recommendation- Who is a good person to ask for a recommendation - How to ask for a recommendation, and when! *Assignment #2: Create a mock e-mail asking a trusted adult for a letter of recommendation*Week 3Lesson 3Essay Writing- Common essay topics - How to start writing an essay *Assignment #3: Write a 1st Draft of a 5 Paragraph Essay on one of the common topics listed OR a previously teacher-approved topic that is part of your scholarship application*Week 4Lesson 4How to Fill Out an Application- Following Instructions - On-line vs. Hard Copies - Due date definitions *Assignment #4: Print out a college application and fill it out by hand! PLEASE DO NOT FILL OUT ANY PERSONAL DETAILS (last name, address, phone number, social security number, etc.) *Week 5Lesson 5College-Specific Scholarships- How to search for college-specific scholarships - Making sure you meet initial requirements *Assignment #5: Make a year-long plan for classes/internships/summer jobs/volunteer opportunities you would like to accomplish to make your college and scholarship applications more appealing*Week 6Lesson 6PSAT/SAT/ACT Prep- How to find and take Prep exams - How to study for these exams *Assignment #6: Take a mock PSAT exam*Week 7Lesson 7How to Prepare for an Interview- Make a list of common interview questions - Mock Interview with a friend or family member - Dress the part *Assignment #7: Film a mock interview*Week 8Lesson 8ReviewReview - NO VIDEO provided this week During this last week of class, students should prepare any questions that they have for the teacher. I will respond to each student with a video individually to answer any remaining questions they might have. We will talk about the concepts from the previous weeks, and I will post a link to a game of jeopardy to help cement the concepts we covered during this course. *Assignment #8: Turn-in final draft of 5 Paragraph Essay*
This class is taught in English.
Students will learn how to find scholarships that fit their interests and lifestyles, and how to successfully apply for these scholarships! Students will also learn about test-taking skills, college application skills, and how to conduct a successful interview.
Homework Offered
This is a high-school level course, so there will be weekly writing and/or video assignments each week. Students should expect to take anywhere from 1 to 3 hours each week on homework outside of class. *NOTE* - Students will be required to use internet search engines outside of class for their homework at their own discretion. Additionally, one of the weekly assignments is asking a trusted adult for a letter of recommendation. Parents and guardians should make sure that the trusted adults chosen are also trusted adults for them, as well.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
I provide letter grades upon parent request. I will also provide written assessments of all assignments that are turned-in by their due dates, to help students continue to improve in their writing, test-taking skills, and over-all skills for becoming a better scholarship and college applicant.Grades Offered
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
*NOTE* - Students will be required to use internet search engines outside of class for their homework at their own discretion. Additionally, one of the weekly assignments is asking a trusted adult for a letter of recommendation. Parents and guardians should make sure that the trusted adults chosen are also trusted adults for them, as well.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(56)
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Self-Paced Class
$25
weekly or $200 for all content8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 5 learners
Ages: 14-18
