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NSHSS Nobel Academic Excellence Scholarship 2025

Award:

Five (5) $5,000 awards

Eligibility:

NSHSS high school members graduating in 2025, 2026, 2027, or 2028.

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Scholarship Details:

NSHSS recognizes individuals who are actively making a positive impact on society and demonstrate a strong commitment to their academic pursuits.

Application Requirements:

Educator recommendation
Prompt response of 500-800 words to the following question:
- How are you already making a positive impact on society, and how do you hope to expand that impact in the future? Share your vision for creating change and how your college plans will help you achieve your goals.
Pictures/videos/media showing your leadership in action (optional)
Color headshot suitable for website posting
Academic resume
Current Transcript (can be official or unofficial)

Application Opens: May 8, 2025

Closing Date: October 1, 2025 by 11:59PM (EST)

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