10 Reasons Why to Apply for a Scholarship

You need a study break and filling out a scholarship application is a good diversion where you can be on the internet and doing something to better yourself.
You have studied many long hours to get those great grades. What a great reward!
Scholarships are investments in our future- YOU!
Not all scholarships are based on need, some are based on academic or personal achievements so why not apply.
Scholarships are a great way to pay for school – it is funding that you don’t have to pay back!
Rather than having to search for scholarships and complete numerous applications, scholarships.sjsu.edu is an opportunity to apply for multiple scholarships with one application.
You are unique in all that you do and it is about time that you tell someone else about it.
Asking for letters of recommendation gives you a chance to connect with your professors without worrying about your grades.
There are many scholarships on the website that were setup with exactly you and your talents in mind.
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Financial Aid & Scholarship Office
One Washington Square
San José, CA 95192-0036
408-283-7500
fao@sjsu.edu
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