8 popular reasons Malaysians pursue scholarships

Any reason is a great reason to apply for a scholarship.

Scholarships are investments in assisting you to pay for your educational expenses. They are a great way to pay for school because it is funding that you don't have to pay back.

Please do apply for a scholarship if you fit one or more of these descriptions:

1) You have limited financial resources to afford tuition and/or living fees during university.

It is a misconception that you have to be in DIRE financial conditions to apply for a scholarship as almost everyone is struggling with the rising cost of living nowadays.

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2) You have great grades after studying hard and for many long hours.

You know you deserve a scholarship after all THAT effort.

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3) You believe in the power of a good investment.

Governments, universities and corporations provide scholarship as their investment in a student's potential. Getting a scholarship means you're investing in the future of your education and career. It's a win-win situation.

4) You know that applying for scholarships is your warm-up to getting a job.

You will definitely get good practice in writing cover letters, resumes and personal statements that will blow away competition and catch the eye of any CEO. Managing that, you may also get to practice being interviewed!

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5) You have won awards and astounding accolades.

You're a star and everyone wants you. People love a go-getter with proof of your motivation and drive. A scholarship is an award in itself!

6) You are exceptional in a highly-valued skill such as sports and/or arts.

Show the world that you can be talented AND smart in studies at the same time. Plus, scholarship providers love the fact that you're a team player.

7) You have a healthy relationship with your teachers.

They love you and you're sure they will write only good things in your letter of recommendation.

8) You understand that NOT applying for a scholarship means a 100% chance of NOT getting it.

Taking the first step is already half of the journey completed!

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