The Scholarship Process

For the first time in three straight semesters as a student at Palomar College, I don't have classes on Friday. Or at least I think it's the first time....
So today, not having school, I've embarked on an adventure to CSU San Marcos to find information about scholarships. I'm especially interested in those that could apply to study in Italy at the University of Gastronomic Sciences (UNISG)
I was sent in circles by various people sitting behind various desks. All were very helpful and, after twenty minutes or so of vacillating between offices I've come to one conclusion. Being that I desire to enroll directly in the three-year Bachelors of Science program at UNISG, my options for scholarship help are particularly focused. I say focused because I'd rather not use the term "limited." The fact is, direct enrollment in a B.S. program is very different than if I were to, say, enroll for a semester exchange at a school abroad. A very crucial, helpful distinction.
All of the people with whom I met here at CSUSM were very helpful and wished me good luck in my adventure.
I was directed to certain databases about which I am already aware thanks to Ben Kaplan's "How To Go To College Almost For Free." Inside, Kaplan does a very effective (if corny) job of laying out a step-by-step plan of action for scholarship searching and application.
So, here I stand and I have a lot of work ahead of me. Luckily, I am not groping in complete darkness. I have, at least, a good idea of where to start and where to go for help if I need it.

Another crucial topic of consideration for me is income. In a conversation this morning with my Dad I was reminded of the benefits of self-employment. And seeing as I have a very strange schedule and would prefer to be my own boss anyways, being an entrepreneur is extremely attractive.
So here's the plan: a direct backyard garden initiation service for the North San Diego County area. Specifically, I (along with my brother Sam) would focus on the communities closest to our house. Namely, Vista, Fallbrook, Oceanside, Carlsbad and San Marcos. I'd prefer not to travel much farther outside of that radius.
The potential for income and growth is huge. Plus, I could easily put what knowledge I already have of backyard gardening to use and, if the need arose, could consult with my Dad for additional information. He is, after all, a veteran farmer and agricultural/horticultural consultant.
What an opportunity!