<p>I come from a family that has always struggled with money. So if i want to go to colege i have to pay for myself or get a shloraship. So ive been trying to get a 90+ in all of my classes but im only taking 2 GT classes. I am tyrng to get in all GT classes. But what else can help me other than my grades. Volunteer work? I am in girl scouts (i know it sounds corny but i really like it) will that help any??? Im only a freshman but i want to go to a REALLY good college.</p>
<p>Good grades is the #1 thing.</p>
<p>Challenging classes.</p>
<p>Leadership - Lead girl scouts. Do whatever is the equivalent for Eagle Scouts. Student Government.</p>
<p>Community Service - Something you have a passion for, so you make a difference. Working a soup line for 4 years doesn’t show much initiative. Now, being the cook on Saturday nights once a month …</p>
<p>Something you have a passion for: Bird watching, knitting, tennis, whatever. Show an accomplishment.</p>
<p>Your local Girl Scout Council should be able to help you find a list of colleges that offer automatic scholarships (usually enough to pay for your books, but sometimes a bit more) to young women who have earned the Gold Award.</p>
<p>Keep up with the girl scouts. Many colleges offer scholarships if you get to the level of Gold Award. My daughter has applied to a school that offers $1000 if you achieve this level in girl scouts. That is a great pay back for doing something you love.</p>