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How can I pay for tuition at Notre Dame?
Hey! I am a graduating senior this year and will be attending the University of Notre Dame this fall. Does anyone have any advice on how to finance my tuition?
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Pat Golden-Romero
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Hi John, first of all: congratulations!! Apply for additional scholarships ! I recommend using some of the following strategies for discovering lesser-known scholarships, and how you can make your applications stand out to scholarship committees.
1) Lesser known private scholarships: Fastweb.com & scholarships. com ( this one is becoming more popular) Apply to scholarships you may not think you qualify for as I hear repeatedly the Fastweb has scholarships that otherwise aren't awarded. Have a well written essay/ application which clearly states your career / academic field of interest, goals. Share your motivation for that career. If you have some personal family strive/challenge that you've overcome- share it ! If scholarship is for a specific industry/ career, then tailor your essay accordingly. If you've had some internship experience in field- share it. Check spelling & grammar!
Writing a strong personal statements or gathering recommendation letters that can make a real difference. LOR should come from school counselors or teachers that really know you ( you can use the ones you received for your college applications) . Ask multiple people, as teachers get asked a lot & it may take time. If you've won any awards or been recognized for some achievement- ask the person who nominated you!
There is no limit to the number /$ amount of scholarships! Notre Dame has a scholarship page, keep applying to new scholarships each year in your degree program. Ask the director/ chair / dean - they will know about additional scholarships if you are a standout student. Also, get a paid internships thru the student services office. Good Luck
1) Lesser known private scholarships: Fastweb.com & scholarships. com ( this one is becoming more popular) Apply to scholarships you may not think you qualify for as I hear repeatedly the Fastweb has scholarships that otherwise aren't awarded. Have a well written essay/ application which clearly states your career / academic field of interest, goals. Share your motivation for that career. If you have some personal family strive/challenge that you've overcome- share it ! If scholarship is for a specific industry/ career, then tailor your essay accordingly. If you've had some internship experience in field- share it. Check spelling & grammar!
Writing a strong personal statements or gathering recommendation letters that can make a real difference. LOR should come from school counselors or teachers that really know you ( you can use the ones you received for your college applications) . Ask multiple people, as teachers get asked a lot & it may take time. If you've won any awards or been recognized for some achievement- ask the person who nominated you!
There is no limit to the number /$ amount of scholarships! Notre Dame has a scholarship page, keep applying to new scholarships each year in your degree program. Ask the director/ chair / dean - they will know about additional scholarships if you are a standout student. Also, get a paid internships thru the student services office. Good Luck