NSHSS Student Athlete Scholarship 2026
For high school students
- Five $2,000 awards
- Available to NSHSS members graduating between 2026 and 2029
- Application deadline: October 8, 2026
- Open Now
Find the Right Opportunity for Your Student-Athlete
Exclusive scholarships, recruiting support, and athlete development opportunities for middle and high school families.
Whether your student is beginning to explore their potential or preparing for college, discover opportunities designed to support their academic, athletic, and personal growth.
Have a student in ninth grade? They may be eligible to explore either pathway.
NSHSS Member Qualifications
National Society of high School Scholars recognizes high school and college scholars who have demonstrated excellence through their academic achievements based on objective criteria, including grades and test scores. Students must meet any one of the following criteria to be considered for membership.
3.0 Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale) or higher (or equivalent such as 80 on a 100-point scale)
1280 SAT score or higher
1150 PSAT score or higher
26 ACT score or higher
26 PreACT score or higher
Score 4 or higher on any AP exam
IGCSE Grade B or higher
Top 10% rank in class
YSNHS Member Qualifications
Young Scholars National Honor Society recognizes students in grades six through eight who demonstrate curiosity, motivation, and a strong commitment to learning.
Membership is designed to celebrate students who are actively growing as learners, leaders, and goal-setters— in the classroom, in their community, and through their interests.
Students who meet five of the criteria are eligible for membership.
Maintains good grades in core subjects
Shows strong effort and motivation at school
Loves learning and asks thoughtful questions
Reads independently or explores topics outside of class
Takes initiative in group work, clubs, or classroom leadership
Has been recognized for academic achievement
Contributes to their community through volunteering
Scholarships for Student-Athletes
Explore scholarship opportunities created to recognize students who demonstrate commitment in athletics, academics, leadership, and their communities.
Young Scholars Athletic Achievement Scholarship
For students in grades 6–9
- Three $1,000 awards
- Available to Young Scholars members
- Application deadline: November 10, 2026
- Open Now
More Support for Student-Athletes
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To help our athletes navigate the complicated recruiting process, we’ve partnered with NCSA College Recruiting, Over the past 20 years, NCSA has refined the tools that student-athletes need during the college recruiting process to find their college match. Using hands-on guidance, college matching tools, and a network of 35,000+ college coaches, more than 200,000 student-athletes have made commitments to their college choice. Every day, the 750+ former college coaches and athletes at NCSA are helping high school athletes:
- Gain exposure and get discovered by college coaches
- Ensure they are on track to become NCAA and NAIA-eligible
- Effectively contact and communicate with college coaches
- Find the best schools based on athletic and academic goals
The following information will help athletes and their families better understand what the recruiting process is and how to put together an effective recruiting game plan.
Connect with college coaches and find your best college match.
Build the mindset and skills to thrive [3 Months Free of IMG Academy+ Essentials]
At NSHSS, we know that success in sports goes beyond the classroom and field. That’s why we’ve partnered with IMG Academy+ to offer three free months of IMG Academy+ Essentials. Essentials is a powerful online platform with everything you need to take your game further. You’ll learn from IMG Academy coaches on topics tailored to help you achieve wins in all aspects of your life, like mental performance, confidence, nutrition, leadership, and trending topics like NIL.
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Support Your Athlete. Build Their Future.
Help your student discover opportunities that recognize their achievements and prepare them for success in athletics, education, and life.