Personal Statement

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A Contribution Is Significant No Matter How Big Or Small

Educational expenses give rise to stress in the life of students and their low-income families. Higher-level education is expensive and more challenging. In order to fulfill my goal of graduating from a well-know institution, I wish for all the help I can get. No matter how small or large a contribution is; I will always appreciate the thought behind it. A college career is a tremendous accomplishment for a member of a low-income family, and scholarship funds is the student’s main support for paying for tuition, books, a laptop, and other necessary materials. In my case, this scholarship will go towards the purchase, or renting of books. After all, the prices for the required reading …show more content…

The language, the culture, the overall environment was very different from what I used to know, but my family was always there to support me both physically and emotionally. Two years ago, when I was a senior in high school, God gave me the opportunity to attend college. Before this blessing, I was worried about my future because my family’s financial situation is not the best. My sorrows are their sorrows, and my achievements are their achievements. When I received significant financial aid to go to college, my family and I were overjoyed to see an open door. I finally had a path I could walk on with confidence, excitement, and determination. My parents work hard to provide for the home even when work is limited, and I help out with family expenses with a summer job when I can. A good portion of my education funds come from my parent’s pockets and those summer jobs, and if I can support them with a possible scholarship, I will not hesitate to reach out for a helping hand. Habitat for Humanity gave my family a home when we needed it the most and I’m thankful to be considered for a scholarship through this wonderful organization. The professional path I follow is arduous and long, but I know for a fact that there will always be people there to support