The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) provides a wide range of opportunities that align with your journey from high school to college to career. In addition to awarding more than $2.5 million in scholarships to qualified applicants each year, NSHSS and our partners offer internships, study abroad, summer programs, discounts on educational services, and more.
Check out our scholarships for strong leaders, academics, science smarties, and more.
NSHSS member events celebrate achievements, honor members and scholarship recipients, and embody the spirit of learning and networking in a dynamic setting.
Our webinars can help keep you focused on the future. See what is coming up, there is something for everyone!
"There is a special place in my heart for encouraging and recognizing the youth of the world.” -- Claes Nobel, member of the Nobel Prize family and co-founder of NSHSS
"I have a deep appreciation for NSHSS due to the incredible opportunities it offers. Participating in an Instagram Takeover and being a panelist, sharing insights on winning scholarships, was an enriching experience. The chance to connect with like-minded individuals through networking has been invaluable, and I'm especially grateful for the scholarships I've been fortunate to receive. These scholarships are instrumental in helping me pursue my dream of graduating college without accumulating debt. I applaud NSHSS for its commitment to investing in the futures of students across the nation, including mine."
"Being a part of the NSHSS has allowed me to make friends and connect with others in ways I never could’ve imagined. Being able to talk with kids like me about the things we are passionate about, even if they’re across the U.S., is something I would’ve never had without this organization. I’ve been able to work with so many amazing people, and have been given so many incredible opportunities to share my passions and to advance ahead of my peers. Amazing community of likeminded individuals, and support like no other."
"I want to thank the NSHSS for the support it has always given me. I have been part of this Society since my junior year in high school. I started as a general member then became an ambassador my senior year of high school and now I am part of the Collegiate Council. I can not thank the NSHSS enough for all the good it has contributed to my education and success."
"NSHSS is worth joining because it helps you so much with college, scholarships, and meeting other students and people that have the same focus, dream and work hard as you do. It also opens a big variety of different and important opportunities as a student."
"NSHSS is an amazing organization! It has helped me through my college picking process! It is aiding me in becoming my most authentic self while making friends! Their Ambassador program allows so many more opportunities readily available to me. I am eternally grateful to be part of this high achieving organization."
"NSHSS is amazing! I am proud to be surrounded by so many intelligent and ambitious peers. I have learned new leadership skills and how to improve as a person. I would definitely recommend any high school scholar to join!"
"I’ve been an NSHSS member since October 2023 and just recently got accepted to be an Ambassador! It’s a very exceptional and inspiring community to be a part of. NSHSS has so many amazing benefits and opportunities such as scholarships, workshops/meetings, and who doesn’t love discounts? I love the fact that they are able to bring students and people in general within this society together no matter the race, no matter the gender. Whether it’s online or in person meet and greets! There is something for everyone to receive from this community even if it’s just insight! I’m very grateful to be a part of this wonderful society and I believe you will too!"
"NSHSS has been an invaluable part of my high school journey. Their commitment to recognizing and supporting high-achieving students has given me opportunities I am truly grateful for. Being a member has allowed me to connect with fellow scholars, access resources that have enhanced my learning, and engage in meaningful community service projects. NSHSS has not only celebrated academic excellence but also fostered personal growth and leadership skills. I'm thankful for the doors it has opened and the friendships I've made through this community."
"NSHSS is worth joining because you get many opportunities to improve our community. I have enjoyed getting opportunities to grow my leadership skills and build relationships with my community outside of school."
Hear what some of our scholarship winners, corporate leaders, educators and the highest-achieving students have to say about what membership in NSHSS means to them and their futures. Membership is by invitation only to those students who have achieved at least one of our rigorous academic criteria. NSHSS has much to offer a high-achieving student looking for a way to make an impact in their school, community, and the world.
Each of these past winners received a $10,000 grant from NSHSS to help fund their world betterment initiatives. Read their stories below.
Maxwell Mamishev is an electrical engineering student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he is pursuing a bachelor’s degree with minors in Business and Eastern Asian Languages & Culture. A 4.0 GPA student and Dean’s List honoree, he is actively involved in the IEEE UIUC Student Branch, serving as Vice President for Professional Growth, and is an initiated member of Tau Beta Pi. His academic interests span power electronics, electromagnetics, and embedded systems, supported by coursework in electronics, computing, and applied mathematics.
Maxwell has extensive research experience across leading institutions, including UIUC, UC Berkeley’s SETI Research Center, and the University of Washington. His work has contributed to the design of high-frequency transformers, optoelectronic transducers, and ionospheric sensing systems. He is a published author with multiple journal and conference papers, an h-index of 2, and holds two issued U.S. utility patents.
An entrepreneur and inventor, Maxwell is a cofounder and CEO of Extentek and the inventor of licensed assistive and sensing technologies, including devices for social distancing and accessibility for visually impaired users. His achievements have been recognized with numerous national scholarships, travel awards, and innovation honors. Beyond engineering, he is fluent in Japanese, engaged in technical outreach, and committed to using technology for social impact.
Sophie Gutter is a high school junior at Saddle River Day School in Saddle River, NJ. She is a straight-A student, a varsity tennis player, and the founder and president of her school’s chess club. Most notably, Sophie is the founder of Writing Mastery, a revolutionary writing software program that uses research-based, multi-sensory techniques and AI-driven feedback to help students worldwide receive equitable writing instruction. Writing Mastery is currently being used at five schools, three learning centers, two schools in Africa, and at a hospital with pediatric cancer patients who are unable to attend school due to medical treatment. Sophie is excited to expand Writing Mastery and, with the help of the Be More Grant, continue to help students around the world, including those in underprivileged communities, receive high-quality writing instruction.
Aveer Chadha is a lauded researcher, advocate, and serial entrepreneur. He is the founder of an internationally recognized nonprofit organization, EmpowerIndiaEdu, which aims to eradicate illiteracy in India, and has received endorsements from the Pennsylvania Senate and UNA-USA. Furthermore, he is the co-founder of Solvis, a company that uses AI and ML to enable construction entities to monitor runoff magnitude, thereby reducing EPA fines and environmental harm. Solvis has been internationally awarded in 6 pitch competitions. He is also the Managing Partner and Founder of a capital startup that provides entrepreneurial advice through Behavioral Economics, Fruition.ed. Moreover, he is the president of his local DECA chapter, having won 1st at ICDC in the Startup Business Plan category. He also enjoys doing economic research, which he pursues through a research position at Lehigh University. Consequently, he has published in an academic journal focused on international trade. Finally, Aveer is a 2025 Bank of America Student Leader and Coca-Cola Scholars Semifinalist, among other salient honors. Outside of academics, Aveer enjoys playing tennis. As a three-time district champion, he has captained his team at the top singles position. Overall, he is an enthusiastic learner dedicated to addressing pressing issues and spreading education.
Sagar Raghavan is an entrepreneur, researcher, and, most importantly, an advocate for changing the world. After seeing his immigrant family undergo unfair financial hardships, he dedicated his time to tackling immigrants’ financial inequalities. He is a Policy Research Fellow and Director of Recruitment at the SPRING Group in immigration policy, Vice President of Public Affairs at the National Finance and Economics Collective, and an alumnus of the Pennsylvania Governor’s School for Global and International Studies. At school, he serves as the Co-President of the Model United Nations Team.
His greatest work is serving as the Founder and CEO of Futr, a 501(c) (3) organization that directly combats financial exclusion. To date, he has connected over 8,000 immigrants to critical financial resources (banks, tax services, and jobs) that are inclusive of immigrants.
Sagar has been recognized by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, the Allegheny County Executive, and the Mayor of Pittsburgh for his community impact through Futr. He was also named a Junior Achievement 18 Under 18 Honoree, recognized for his work with Futr and featured on billboards across Pennsylvania.
Sagar wants to change the world, and believes that all young people can too.
Suhani Gupta is the Founder and Executive Director of the Neuro Health Alliance (NHA), a student-led mental health organization that has grown into one of the largest youth advocacy networks of its kind. More than 150 chapters now operate in schools and community programs, and NHA’s initiatives have reached over 210,000 adolescents through sustained youth involvement and collaboration with district leaders across multiple regions.
She created NHA to address the absence of accessible, student-informed mental health education amid rising stigma and unmet need. The organization leads major initiatives, including STOP Cyberbullying, Dear Future Me, and Scoreless. STOP Cyberbullying delivers age-specific digital safety education used in classrooms and youth programs, with modules that focus on online behavior, risk identification, and responsible communication. The program has reached thousands of students through community workshops and embedded curriculum. Educators and caregivers receive aligned resources to ensure consistent guidance.
Suhani works closely with district leaders and partner organizations that seek youth-developed programs grounded in research and evaluated for measurable outcomes. She continues to expand NHA’s reach, curriculum resources, and long-term planning to strengthen mental health education on a broad scale, ensuring it becomes a sustained part of a school community rather than a temporary intervention.
