SCHOLAR SHAPE
Founded in 2023, ScholarShape helps high school students and their parents navigate the scholarship application process.
Welcome
to ScholarShape
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Learn about how to win scholarships from a college student who paid for 100% of his education.
About Me
Howdy, my name is Joe Matasso.
I am currently a finance major in the Business Honors Program at Texas A&M University, where I'm also pursuing a Minor in Economics and a Master's in Financial Management.
Throughout college, I have sought professional growth through a variety of experiences. These include on-campus involvement, an international exchange at EM Strasbourg Business School in France, and internships in construction, Camp Ozark, and most recently, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
I am proud to be an Eagle Scout and a Texas A&M Presidential Endowed Scholar. I have also been a recipient of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Scholarship, Kailee Mills Foundation Scholarship, and the College Board Rural and Small Town Scholarship.
My Experience with Scholarships -
During my senior year of high school, I chose to take full responsibility for my college education - and have since covered 100% of the cost of my undergraduate degree. I understand how difficult this journey can be, but I've discovered that with commitment, hard work, and the right information, anyone can achieve success.
Now, I dedicate my work to helping other students in similar situations achieve success in higher education by securing scholarships.
Why ScholarShape?
Like many high school students, I was faced with the daunting task of paying for college. Unfortunately, I quickly realized that college counselors are often uninformed or overworked, while online resources are filled with opportunistic scams and unhelpful advice.
Where do I get started?
I will personally meet with you and your student to guide you through the entire scholarship application process - from start to finish. You'll receive a hardcopy of my comprehensive 60+ page Scholarship Handbook, along with a collection of Digital Tools to help streamline your student's applications. Fill out the form below to get started:
Interested in Scholarshape?
If you believe ScholarShape could benefit your student or if you would like to learn more, please fill out this interest form.
After you submit your contact information, I will reach out to discuss the next steps and answer any questions - No Strings Attached!
Feel free to contact me directly with questions:
+1 (713) 492-7780
Explore My Services:
One-on-One Consultation
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Description:
This is a face to face or virtual meeting involving you, me, and our student, where I guide you through the entire application process from start to finish, sharing key tips and tricks along the way.
Topics Covered Include:
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Finding Scholarships
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Successful Application Strategies
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Essay Writing Techniques
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Managing Award Funds
Additionally Featured:
This package includes a hard copy of my Scholarship Handbook and the suite of Digital Scholarship Tools.
Digital Scholarship Tools
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Description:
Explore my custom digital tools designed to streamline the scholarship search and application process. From spreadsheets to organize applications to resume templates, I initially created these tools to aid my own applications, and now I am excited to share them with you and your students.
These Tools Include:
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Spreadsheets for Organizing Scholarship Applications
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Resume Templates
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Letter of Recommendation Templates
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Essay Prompts & Examples
Scholarship Handbook
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Description:
This comprehensive 60+ page handbook consolidates everything I learned through the course of dozens of applications. This is designed to be a resource should you ever need clarification on any aspect of the application process
Receive Free with Consultation:
Included with your one-on-one consultation, this handbook will be mailed to your address at no extra cost. It is also available for separate purchase.
Large group workshops
Description:
Are you part of a larger organization like a high school, PTO, or volunteer group that could benefit from scholarship information? I provide group sessions designed to meet the needs of communities and educate them on the application process.
Click the button below to learn more about how to schedule an event.