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National Merit Scholarship Program
National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Fully funded
Based on PSAT/NMSQT scores taken in junior year. Top scorers become Semifinalists, then Finalists, competing for $2,500 National Merit Scholarships and corporate/college-sponsored awards.
Deadline
PSAT taken in October of 11th grade (automatic consideration)
Funding
Where
United States
Who it's for
High school students
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Open to US citizens and permanent residents in high school who take the PSAT/NMSQT in their junior year. Students must plan to start college full time the fall after they graduate.
Field of study
Academic Excellence / Merit Scholarship
Length
Annual competition; awards renewable
Details like deadlines and eligibility can change from year to year, so check the official program page before you apply.
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