<p>The check is for HALF of whatever the award amount that was stated in your letter.</p>
<p>Hi, I am a prospective applicant to this scholarship. Can any of the past winners tell me what exactly they are looking for, what made you special enough to win it (high GPA, test scores, essays?) I would appreciate the help so much; you can msg me if you would like to keep it private. Thank you!</p>
<p>Yes! ^^^^</p>
<p>jattkc, I would also appreciate some pointers for this scholarship, especially about writing the essays 
PM me if you or anyone else has any advice! Thank you!</p>