Cover Letters
What is a cover letter?
A document that presents YOU to the admission committee
What is a goal of a cover letter?
To grab the reader's attention by convincing them you are a great candidate for a scholarship.
What does a cover letter highlight?
your strenths, academic achievements, motivation and goals.
True or False: Cover Letters motivate the admission committee to read your resume.
True
How many paragraphs should a cover letter be? (at least)
3
Cover letters explain how your __________ relate to scholarship you want.
experiences/skills
What is included in the first paragraph?
The position you are applying for; How you heard about the scolarship; How the scholarship correlates with your career goals and education.
Cover letters should: A. Provide a sense of who you are B. List qualifications C. List experiences D. All of the above
D- All of the above
In the conclusion, thank the reader for their ____ and ____.
time and consideration
What is the ULTIMATE goal of a cover letter?
Be invited for an interview