SAVE SPACE CAMP
Do you have any general tips for scholarship applications?
- Be sure to follow instructions carefully. For example, if the instructions say, “must include photos,” then be sure to include photos for that section. You are responsible for uploading photos and other required uploads in the designated formats.
- For the patch requirement, be neat with your drawing or illustration. For your description, give the reviewers a full understanding of accomplishments, who you are as a person and your goals and inspirations.
- Albert Einstein was famous for his “thought experiments.” However, thought experiments are not acceptable for the science project in this application. You must actually conduct an experiment or design and build a testable model for an engineering design challenge.
For the science project, very carefully follow the instructions. For example, it is a good idea to list each step in the scientific method or engineering design process as you apply it to your project. If you are not sure about a step in the scientific method or the EDP, learn about it! For your photos, it may be helpful to include a photo of your data, such as a bar graph of your results. If you use a project that you found in a book or online, please credit your source but don’t copy it – find a way to make it your own. Your conclusions should be original and specific to your own results. You may use inexpensive, household materials. Be creative!
- For the essays, this is your time to shine! Show the reviewers what you have learned about the topic. When you are discussing why you should receive a scholarship, think about how it will make a difference in your life. Will you share the experience with others in your community? How do you expect the camp experience might relate to your future career plans? Have you saved money to help pay for your expenses? If so, share that with the reviewers. You may find it helpful to ask a teacher for tips on how to write a good essay.
- Have fun!
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