You might like to keep a portfolio of recommendations that have been written on your behalf. You can always ask for a copy - make sure that the letter is undated if you wish to use it again in the future. Scholarship awards do not have to be paid back. That applicants can organize their time is the first expectation of any scholarship competition. Late applications, even those tardy by a few minutes, are immediately disqualified regardless of the reason for missing the deadline.
Colleges give out large numbers of scholarships to entering freshmen.
When contacting a college for an admission application, also request scholarship information. As colleges give minority, art, music, drama, athletic, and leadership scholarships, this may be your best chance to receive a scholarship. If you are an athlete and wish to pursue an athletic scholarship, contact your coach and your guidance counselor for assistance. Make certain that you apply to the NCAA Clearinghouse and submit the proper documents to their office in a timely manner. The military has several scholarship opportunities.