Looking for scholarships via the popular search engines like Fastweb and Scholarships.com is great, but there is another way you might want to consider. The best part? You probably spend time at this site already.
YouTube is fast becoming a place to find and apply for scholarships. For example, take a look at the video for a recent competition below:
If you want to benefit from YouTube scholarships, make sure you check the site often for ongoing opportunities. Each donor has different application times and due dates, so it's important to search for awards throughout the year (it is wrong to assume that scholarships are a one-time a year deal).
Also, remember that a lot of times your scholarship committee is actually other YouTube viewers. You need to motivate people to vote or comment positively on your video. The best way to do this? Make sure your video is of high quality, has good audio, and is interesting. Make sure you have a solid concept and write out a general plan of action before you start shooting (trust me, this helps to stay on track and ensures your message comes across).
Now, it might be tempting to spend a lot of time on YouTube (I hate to admit it, but it's so addicting!), but it is best to use this medium to support, rather than dominate, your scholarship search efforts. The bottom line? It can't hurt to take a peak and see what opportunities you'll find in videoland. Happy hunting!
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