Video Scholarship Tips

Season 4 Episode 340

Episode 340 — Video Scholarship Tips (with Monica Matthews)

Looking for video scholarship tips that actually work? In this episode of Homeschooling with Technology, scholarship expert Monica Matthews shares practical video scholarship tips for high school (and younger) students—how to hook judges fast, align your story with a sponsor’s mission, film with simple lighting and clear audio, avoid script-reading, and submit authentic, AI-proof entries that stand out in college scholarship competitions.

What this episode covers

Why video scholarships are growing (hint: AI-proofing & faster judging)
How video entries differ from written essays—but keep the same “heart”
Practical strategies for camera-shy students
A step-by-step prep checklist (gear, setup, delivery)
Content tips that make judges lean in
Common mistakes that quietly disqualify strong applicants
Encouragement to start scholarship hunting before senior year

Key takeaways

1) Why more scholarships want video

Organizations want the real student—voice, presence, personal stories—less vulnerable to ghost-writing/AI.
Video lets judges scan more entries quickly and spot authentic connection to their mission.

2) Video vs. essay: same heart, new canvas

Align to the sponsor’s mission just like a written essay—then show it.
Use visuals/props/locations that reinforce fit (e.g., record in a barn for an FFA scholarship).
Voice, pacing, and genuine enthusiasm communicate things text can’t.

3) For camera-shy students

It’s a learned skill: practice short takes; use bullet points (not scripts).
Relaxation cues help (hydrate, quick snack, breathe, light stretch, brief chat wi

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