Hi 07S6E,

It is never too early to consider this issue because it will determine your optimal mix of time that you will spend on leisure, CCA and academics, even at this point of time.

Conventional wisdom would probably tell you guys to apply for a whole truckload of scholarships and just take the best one that you are offered.

By clicking on the title, you will get a more balanced perspective on this issue. Make sure your eyes are wide open before you sign that dotted line.

Another good article, albeit a little bit more biased, is by the "well known" Singaporean blogger "Mr Wang",
http://commentarysingapore.blogspot.com/2005/07/mr-wang-examines-scholarship-issues.html

Regards,
Mr Tan