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NSHSS Your First Scholarship

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$500

deadline Due: October 15, 2026

Description

Every year, NSHSS continues to grow its scholarship funding to assist high-achieving scholars in making their college dreams come true. That is why NSHSS wants to help students win their first scholarship. The NSHSS Your First Scholarship will be awarded to those who have never before won a scholarship. Applicants must be students graduating high school in 2026, 2027, 2028, or 2029. Applicants must submit an educator recommendation letter and it is optional but applicants may also submit pictures, videos, or media showing their leadership in action. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the National Society of High School Scholars for more information.