<p>How strict are colleges on missing postmarked date.. even though the instructions on the application states that they will not accept scholarships sent past the deadline? Just how much of a difference does one day make?</p>
<p>You will need to check with the individual college. Some may offer leeway in those postmarks. However, I will say that DS was told at ALL places he applied to adhere very strictly to the deadlines or his applications (for admittance and finaid) would not be reviewed. Period. Deadlines are deadlines and are meant to be met.</p>