Writing a Cover Letter/Personal Essay for a Scholarship*

Leadership skills. Self-reliance, initiative, independence, adaptability. Responsibility. Ability to work well with others . Growth potential, desire to achieve, dedication to goals. You will need a concluding sentence that wraps the letter up and summarizes key strengths. Choice of words is important. Achieve a balance between bragging and modesty. Avoid exaggerations and clichés but do not ... ................
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