In DS's unit all college programmer's apply. They are told when to apply by the CO. The unit racks and stacks them within the unit and PNS gives appropriate recommendation. I do not know if all applications are forwarded up the line, but I assume they are since the decisions are up to the board(s).
No idea if 2 year scholarships are awarded this year, but if I had to guess, I would guess not. If I were in charge I would rather make the decision on 2 year scholarships when they have had another year under their belt. They'll also have to go through the same/similar exercise next year anyway to determine who gets Advanced Standing.
Edit: I suppose they could still award some 2 year scholarships this year and hold a large number of them for next year as well. But that's all conjecture on my part of course.