Synopsis:
Shay Spivey shares her proven
tips and techniques that helped her win over $100,000 in college scholarships
and free financial aid toward her own undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Excerpt:
“Congratulations on your
decision to search for alternative ways to pay for college!
As a scholarship winner and
college graduate, I have developed proven tips and techniques that helped me
win over $100,000 in college scholarships and free financial aid. As a proven
expert and professional consultant in my respective field, I am devoted to
helping others find, apply, and win free money to go to college. In this guide I will share with you my proven
tips and techniques on how to submit a winning scholarship application.”
Biography
Shay Spivey is a scholarship
and financial aid advisor specializing in helping students understand and
prepare to win scholarships for college. Shay was born and raised in
Indianapolis, Indiana and earned her Bachelor and Master of Social Work from
Indiana University. She has studied scholarships and free financial aid
extensively and developed a passion for helping others find free money for
college.
Get to know Shay:
What sparked the idea for
your book?
I wrote this book to fill a
special need in the community. I wish I had this book when I was in high school
because I would not have felt so lost. I dropped out after my sophomore year
when I ran out of money. Years later I decided to return to college as an adult
and began researching alternative ways to pay for college. I won $100,000 in
college scholarships and want to help others find free money to complete their
degree.
How personal is your writing?
I decided to return to
college as an adult and spent a significant amount of time researching
alternative ways to pay for college. I am passionate about scholarships and
financial aid and I hope that comes through in my writing. When trying to find a way to put myself
through college as a single parent, I was blessed to find my purpose in
life. Every step of my journey has led
to this moment and I believe that with all my heart. I sincerely want to help
others achieve their educational goals without going into debt.
Why are scholarships and free
financial aid important?
College is expensive.
Scholarships and financial aid are vital to the equal access, enrollment, and
retention of underrepresented students in colleges and universities. Tuition
costs are rising at an alarming rate and the rising costs of higher education have
many people wondering if they can afford college. Education changes lives and
scholarships and free financial aid make it affordable.
What do you want readers to
get from your book?
There are several things I
hope readers learn after reading my book: (1) An understanding about
scholarships and financial aid; (2) how to submit a winning scholarship
application; (3) how to prepare in advance; (4) how to create an advantage; and
(5) what scholarships judges are looking for. Most importantly, I want people
to walk away feeling empowered, knowing that they too can change their life.
How did you win $100,000 in
college scholarships?
I won over $100,000 in
college scholarships which allowed me to return to college and change my life.
Returning to college was a priority for me.
Therefore, I made finding the money to pay for it a priority as well. One thing was certain in my situation: No money, no college.
I treated the process of
applying for scholarships and free financial aid like it was the last chance I
might ever have to return to college… because it was. This was it.
College was my ticket out of poverty, my chance to change my life, and
the opportunity I had been waiting for.
If I could not convince
scholarship organizations to help me financially, I had no other way to pay for
college. I put my heart and soul into
telling my story and getting it into the hands of anyone who could help. Applying for scholarships opportunities
became my part-time job, and I was determined to give it my best shot.
What motivated you to return
to college in your thirties?
There were many motivating
factors that played a part in my decision to return to college and earn my
degree. One motivating factor was
feeling stuck in an entry level job, living paycheck to paycheck, struggling,
and watching the world pass me by. I
attempted several times to apply for better positions, however I learned that
without a college degree opportunities for advancement did not exist for
me. I needed to make a change or I felt
like I would die a death of stagnancy. I
felt like my life was going nowhere.
What is next for you, Shay?
I am currently working on my
next project which addresses another need: Scholarships and financial aid for
private high schools.
Find the author:
Blog: shayspivey.blogspot.com
Facebook:
www.facebook.com/authorshayspivey
Twitter: @ShayMSpivey
Where to get book:
Purchase on Amazon:
Purchase on Barnes and Noble:
Book Trailer:
How to Submit a Winning
Scholarship Application – Book Trailer
Excerpt:
What is a Personal Statement?
The personal statement or
essay is an important part of the application process. In an essay format applicants can tell their
personal story. I encourage applicants
to start writing early because this is a process. The writing process will help applicants
think about, and answer, questions like:
Why am I returning to
college?
Where am I coming from? Where
do I want to go?
Why do I want to study in
this particular field?
What are my goals and
aspirations?
SAMPLE PERSONAL STATEMENT
OUTLINE
Your name
Your address
City, State, Zip
Phone number
Email address
BRIEF INTRODUCTION
Introduce yourself
Why do you want to go/return
to college?
Are you a first generation
college student? Adult student?
ACADEMIC GOALS:
What are your academic goals?
Which degree are you seeking?
What is your expected
graduation date?
Where are you enrolled? GPA
(if good)?
What have you already
completed?
CAREER GOALS:
What are your career goals?
What are you working towards?
Why?
In what way will you give
back or reach back in the community?
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
You may want to think of a
personal experience that has helped shape who you are.
Have you had to overcome a
big obstacle?
What is a dream or goal that
is currently motivating you?
Did you overcome a hardship
in your life?
Did you serve in the
military? What branch? For how long? Were you deployed?
Employment – how many days
and hours do you work?
Are you involved in community
service? Extra-curricular activities?
FINANCIAL NEED
How will this scholarship
help with your educational goals?
Financial need?
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