NSHSS Scholarships

National Society of High School Scholars

Amount variesIndividual scholarships have their own deadlines, roughly Aug-Oct each year — see nshss.org/scholarships for the current listLast verified September 28, 2026

Who can apply: 3 GPA or higher.

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NSHSS members can compete for a range of individual scholarships regardless of major, as long as you're a graduating senior with a 3.0+ GPA. Membership itself costs a one-time $90 lifetime fee, though there's no extra charge to apply for the scholarships themselves.

What you'll need to apply

  • Essay: Word count varies by scholarship
  • Recommendation letter(s): Educator recommendation letter, up to 2 requested
  • Transcript: Official or unofficial
  • Resume or activities list
  • Professional headshot
  • NSHSS membership required for some awards

Requirements can change each cycle. Confirm them on the sponsor's page before you apply.

Eligibility

  • • Minimum GPA: 3

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