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In direct response to your question about scholarships for community-service, I must first preface my remarks by stating that just about every college or university is excited to see a student involved as extensively as you mentioned in service to their community. While 4 service specific awards stand out, the Prudential Spirit of Community, the AXA, the Presidential Service, and the Coca-Cola, practically every major merit based award contains a substantial service component. Please take note- this means they are looking for students who live in a mindset of service to others. They are not looking for a student who conveniently managers to obtain a position volunteering at a community agency in his junior year, just in time to build a lucid facade of altrusism. We are looking for a citizen-of-the-world outlook that transcends the lines of a resume. Keep that in mind. However, if the student is truly devoted to a single service project, has the support and recognition to show for it, this one thing could in and of itself land that student numerous scholarships and acceptances. So, make sure to keep that up and highlight the achievement. If you have specific questions, please contact me personally through a PM.
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