How to get a GREAT reference for a scholarship
- Jan 17, 2018
- 1 min read
Updated: Jun 21, 2023

So your student needs a reference letter for a scholarship application.
Who should they ask?
What can they do to ensure they get a GREAT reference?
Watch my video for my tips on how to get the best reference possible.
Need help with scholarships and not sure where to begin? Contact me to discuss my services.
Best wishes!

About the author
Janet MacDonald is a Scholarship Coach with mycampusGPS Education Consulting. She is a former Canadian university admissions officer. For seven years, she was the coordinator of a scholarship program at a major Canadian university. Janet has helped her student clients win hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships.
You can find her online at mycampusGPS.ca, and on LinkedIn.








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Great breakdown on how to secure a top-tier reference letter! Knowing exactly who to ask and how to prepare really takes the stress out of scholarship apps. I’m applying mine soon, so I’ll be sure to use these tips. After all that hard work, I might unwind later by checking out fish eat fish. Thanks for the excellent guidance!