Amount: $1,000-$10,000
Deadline: Varies (PSAT test date)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No
About
In addition to the $2,500 National Merit Scholarships, many corporate sponsors provide Special Scholarships through the National Merit Scholarship Program. These awards are for students who meet their specific criteria.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: N/A (PSAT score)
- Take the PSAT/NMSQT in the specified year of high school
- Meet program entry requirements
- Meet criteria specified by corporate sponsors
Required Materials
- PSAT/NMSQT score
- High school record
- Additional criteria from sponsoring organization
Timeline
PSAT/NMSQT taken in junior year. Finalists notified in February.
Tips
Achieve a high PSAT/NMSQT score. Research participating corporate sponsors to see if your background or interests align with their specific criteria.