How my financial need is greater than the average applicant
How my financial need is greater than that of the average scholarship applicant.
Being raised on a ranch has taught me to be dependable. I have had chores since I was three years old. Taking care of animals and being good stewards of the land is part of my lifestyle.
When I was eight years old, I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. I had to learn to give myself shots. I gave myself insulin injections four to six times a day to regulate my blood sugar. I also tested my blood glucose levels six times a day. This taught me to be very responsible and organized. It was a lot of work for a third grader. I stayed persistent, and I took care of myself. When I was twelve I was put on an insulin pump. This helped me have better control of my blood sugars. I still have to take insulin and check my blood sugar every day. I will continue to do so until medicine advances. Even though we have insurance, we also have to pay quite a bit out of pocket for medical supplies.
Being the oldest of four comes with many responsibilities. One of these responsibilities is to be financially responsible. I do not want to be a financial burden to my parents. They are farmers and ranchers and have a fluctuating income. It has been difficult for them to save money for my education with all the expenses that come with ranching. Without scholarships I will not be able to attend college.
Investments are what drive the economy- as an individual my personal investments are in my education. College is my opportunity to improve my life. I remain grateful for the opportunity to apply for scholarships. It makes me feel that I am not alone on the journey of accomplishing my educational goals.
Being raised on a ranch has taught me to be dependable. I have had chores since I was three years old. Taking care of animals and being good stewards of the land is part of my lifestyle.
When I was eight years old, I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. I had to learn to give myself shots. I gave myself insulin injections four to six times a day to regulate my blood sugar. I also tested my blood glucose levels six times a day. This taught me to be very responsible and organized. It was a lot of work for a third grader. I stayed persistent, and I took care of myself. When I was twelve I was put on an insulin pump. This helped me have better control of my blood sugars. I still have to take insulin and check my blood sugar every day. I will continue to do so until medicine advances. Even though we have insurance, we also have to pay quite a bit out of pocket for medical supplies.
Being the oldest of four comes with many responsibilities. One of these responsibilities is to be financially responsible. I do not want to be a financial burden to my parents. They are farmers and ranchers and have a fluctuating income. It has been difficult for them to save money for my education with all the expenses that come with ranching. Without scholarships I will not be able to attend college.
Investments are what drive the economy- as an individual my personal investments are in my education. College is my opportunity to improve my life. I remain grateful for the opportunity to apply for scholarships. It makes me feel that I am not alone on the journey of accomplishing my educational goals.