Every scholarship is different.
The more you know about the organization, the better chance you have of winning the scholarship. Know who created the scholarship Knowing who created the scholarship can help you understand the people who will be reviewing your application. It might also help you think of ideas for your essay or topics to introduce during an interview. For example, if the scholarship you are applying for is offered by the Society of Women Engineers, know a little something about women engineers and what problems they face. Tailor your application to show that you are interested in the organization.