Use this checklist to ensure your application is complete, demonstrates how you meet the selection criteria, and highlights your achievements, experiences, and goals.
✓ Address all questions
Provide complete responses to all application questions. Assessment committees can only assess the information that is included in your application. If key information is missing, assessors may be unable to fully consider your proposal, achievements, circumstances, or funding needs.
Assessment committees frequently note that some applications do not contain all the information requested, making it difficult to assess applications fairly and consistently across all candidates.
Where requested, ensure you provide:
- Project descriptions
- Statements of purpose
- Supporting documentation
- Budget information
- Supervisor endorsements
- Travel information
- Financial documentation
✓ Explain why you are applying
Strong applications do more than describe an activity. They help assessors understand the significance of the opportunity and why funding is needed.
Applications are generally more competitive when they provide a clear and convincing case for support.
Strong applications clearly explain:
- What you propose to do
- Why the activity is important
- How the funding will be used
- How the activity aligns with the purpose of the award
✓ Demonstrate care and attention to detail
Preparing a scholarship or funding application is an important professional skill. A well-prepared application helps assessors understand your achievements and proposal, and demonstrates professionalism, planning, and attention to detail.
Before submission, ensure that:
- Information is accurate and complete
- Budgets are realistic and justified
- Dates and figures are correct
- Supporting documents are attached
- Instructions have been followed
- Word limits have been observed
Poorly prepared applications may make it difficult for assessors to evaluate your proposal fairly and may not effectively showcase your achievements, potential, or suitability for the award. A clear, complete, and carefully prepared application gives assessors the information they need to make informed decisions.
Simple formula
A useful approach is:
Achievement + Evidence + Impact + Future Goal