Most scholarship applications have deadline dates. Always submit your information before the deadline date. Be sure to include all necessary paperwork and mail it to the address listed on the application. Make a list of big corporations, such as McDonald's and Coca-Cola, and check their Web sites frequently for scholarship information. Be prepared to answer questions about your family's financial situation such as total family income, number of children in your household, and number of children in college.
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Always have your social security number handy if you do not know it by heart. Check with your church, community organizations, local police and fire stations to see if they offer scholarships. Get involved in community and extracurricular activities. Many scholarships look for students who excel both inside and outside of the classroom. Click below to get additional information about college scholarships.