Scholarships, Service, and Paying it Forward with Georgia Tech
In this episode, Chaffee Viets, Director of the Office of Scholar Programs at Georgia Tech, discusses the broader impact of scholarship programs beyond financial awards. He oversees programs like the Stamps President Scholars and Tech Promise Scholars at Georgia Tech. Viets highlights trends in scholarships, including the increased focus on service and rising competitiveness. He advises students to start early, be authentic, and ask for help to avoid losing scholarships.
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Show Notes for Episode 39 | Scholarships, Service, and Paying it Forward with Georgia Tech
Key Takeaways:
Scholarship programs should go beyond providing financial awards and invest in the development and success of scholars.
Starting early and being authentic in scholarship applications can increase the chances of success.
Asking for help and utilizing resources is crucial to avoid losing scholarships.
University-based scholarship programs focus on the values and goals of the institution, while external scholarships may have different criteria and may not provide the same level of support.
Applying early, both for early action and early decision, can provide more opportunities and increase the chances of receiving scholarships.
The purpose of scholarship programs is to help students pay forward what they have received and make a positive impact on their communities and the world.
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