What documents do I need to apply for merit based scholarships?

Answer:

For most merit-based scholarships, you’ll need documents that prove your academic achievements, skills, and character.
Here’s a list of the most common requirements:

1. Academic Records

• Transcripts from your school or university (official or certified copies)
• Report cards showing your grades over time
• Standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, GRE, etc., if required)

2. Proof of Achievements

• Certificates or awards for academic, leadership, sports, or artistic accomplishments
• Portfolios (for arts, design, writing, or creative scholarships)

3. Personal Documents

• Valid passport or national ID (for identity verification)
• Recent passport-sized photos (some applications require them)

4. Application Materials

• Completed scholarship application form (online or paper)
• Personal statement or motivation letter explaining why you deserve the scholarship
• Essay(s) responding to specific prompts given by the scholarship provider

5. Recommendations

• Letters of recommendation from teachers, professors, or employers who can speak about your abilities, leadership, and work ethic

6. Language Proof (If Applicable)

• English proficiency test results (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) if applying to a program taught in English abroad

✅ Tip: Even though merit-based scholarships focus on achievements rather than financial need, some may still request proof of income just to confirm eligibility.

If you want, I can make you a checklist format for these documents so you can tick them off as you prepare your scholarship applications.
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