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National Merit Scholarships: Top Questions Answered
The National Merit Scholarship Program began in 1955 as a way to recognize and provide scholarships to exceptional high-school st…
National Merit Qualifying Scores May Look Different This Year
In the past, about 1.5 million high school students a year enter the National Merit® Scholarship Program by taking the PSAT, but …
Is Being a National Merit Finalist a Big Deal?
I just got back my PSAT scores and it appears I didn't meet the National Merit cutoff. My parents want to appeal because Nat…
Will a 208 Qualify Me for a National Merit Scholarship?
Question: I got a 208 on my PSAT. Is that score high enough to qualify me for National Merit Scholarships in Illinois?
As you may …
5 FAQs About the PSAT and National Merit Scholar Program
Think the PSAT is just practice for the SAT? There's actually a lot more to it than that! Getting a great score on the PSAT,…
Can International Students Get Merit Scholarships?
Question: I know that international students CANNOT participate in the National Merit Scholarships selection process. But I would…