How To Write A Letter Of Intent for Scholarships
Here are some suggestions you may find useful on writing a good scholarship letter of intent for
your scholarship application.
Generally, a letter of intent is a document that contains the writer's intentions to the reader. In the
case of a scholarship award, a letter of intent can be referred to as a statement of purpose where
you describe the importance of being awarded the scholarship.
Introduce yourself. Include your plans while in college and afterward, and your motivation for
choosing a particular course of study. Briefly include your educational background, including
extracurricular activities or related job experiences.
In this letter, you are permitted to write details about yourself that you believe would fascinate the
committeeand demonstrate that you are most eligible for the scholarship opportunity. Wow the
committee but do so in one page preferably, but not more than two pages.
Proofread.
