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Back to Basics: Scholarships for Everyone

Scholarships 101: Apply early, apply often.

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Elizabeth Hoyt

Elizabeth Hoyt is the editor of Fastweb as well as a contributing writer and social media manager. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State University, where she majored in Journalism, specializing in Apparel and Textile Design. Her experience in the communications field spans both print and online publications, including newspaper and magazine writing as well as work within marketing, public relations and the non-profit sector. In her spare time, Elizabeth can usually be found in Chicago’s local vintage markets scoping out rare finds, vegetarian restaurants, volunteering at local animal shelters or elbows deep in creative projects within her Lincoln Park apartment. Contact Elizabeth via email here.

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November is National Scholarship Month and we’re celebrating because we know firsthand that scholarships change lives. So, this month, we’re going back to basics, highlighting scholarships offering something for everyone.

Youth Voter Awareness Scholarship

DoSomething.org and Virgin Mobile have partnered together to let the voice of the next generation be heard. Simply go their site and register to vote if you’re over 18 or, if not, preregister. Afterwards, let five friends know how to sign up to vote and you’ll be entered to win a $4,000 scholarship.

If you’re already registered, just send five friends the information on how to sign up and you’ll still be entered to win the $4,000 scholarship. Not bad for doing your civic duty. For full details, visit the scholarship website, Youth Voter Awareness Scholarship.