Cover Letter/Resume/CV Tips:

· Do not include a cover letter, resume, or CV if the application does not request it.
· Show you have worked--either with substantial responsibilities in the home or in summer/school
year jobs. This may not be an important qualification for a lot of scholarships, but
work/employment responsibilities build character as much as many other activities.
· Provide evidence that you have made something good happen. That’s leadership. If you have
made a difference--in whatever way--share it.
· Show evidence that you believe in something apart from the certainty you hope to make a million
dollars. What are you doing, or what do you hope to do, that will make the world a slightly
better place?
· Never think that any accomplishment or activity is too insignificant to be mentioned. If you're
proud of it, passionate about it, or think there is something even slightly interesting or unique
about it, include it! Now is not the time to sell yourself short!
· Spell out abbreviations that may not be generally recognized.
· Include part time work, list of awards, achievements, etc.