Practice interview questions you think might be asked during your interview. The Internet is a great resource for providing guidance for what you might expect to be asked. Online research might even lead you to a Web page that lists possible interview questions for your particular scholarship. Consider videotaping a mock interview and watching it to see how you can improve before the big day.
Dress professionally and groom yourself for the interview. If you have a suit or can afford one, wear one. Otherwise use your best judgment to select an outfit that you believe will be presentable. Make sure what you are wearing is relatively comfortable as well so that you can relax during the interview. Avoid wearing strong perfume or anything offensive.
Arrive early. Excuses for why you are late are not acceptable. If the scholarship is important to you, it is important you show this by arriving early and ready for the interview. Make sure you plan for enough time to find the interview location, to deal with an unexpected travel delay and to arrive early enough to compose yourself while waiting for your turn.
Make a great first impression. Smile and give a firm handshake. Demonstrate confidence in yourself and in your candidacy for the scholarship. Make professional small talk and use the interviewer's name when addressing her.
Answer questions in a positive and concise manner. Do not hesitate to take a minute to collect your thoughts before answering questions. Tell the interviewer you need a minute to think about the question. It is better to give an organized answer than to ramble on out loud searching for the answer.
Relax. The interview is designed to get to know you and determine your fit for the scholarship. You were already preliminarily considered, that is why you are at the interview. So give it your best shot and focus on your qualities. Take comfort in knowing everyone else being considered will also have to complete the same interview.
Answer any negative questions in a positive manner. For example, if you are asked about your weaknesses or about a bad experience, make sure you turn the answer around and explain how it was a positive thing. Explain what you learned from challenges and how you overcame them. Negative questions are often asked to gauge your ability to recognize and overcome your weaknesses.
Ask questions to show your interest. Thank the interviewer for her time and consideration. Follow up with a thank you note or email.