NSHSS First Generation Scholarship
Offered by National Society Of High School Scholars (Nshss)
- Award amount
- $2,000
- Deadline
- Offered by
- National Society Of High School Scholars (Nshss)
- Awards available
- 10
About this scholarship
The NSHSS First Generation Scholarship awards ten $2,000 scholarships annually to first-generation NSHSS members who are high school seniors or college freshmen through juniors. The award recognizes academic achievement and leadership of students who are the first in their families to pursue college.
Who can apply
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Minimum GPA
- 3.50
- Citizenship
- U.S. citizen
Eligibility details
Must be a current NSHSS member. Must be a first-generation college student. Must be a high school senior, college freshman, sophomore, or junior. Minimum GPA of 3.5. Must submit a 500-800 word essay on challenges faced and overcome as a first-generation student.
How to apply
Online
What you'll need
- Essay (500-800 words)
- Academic resume
- Official or unofficial transcript
- Educator recommendation letter
- Color headshot
Apply
Applications are submitted on the sponsor's own site. Always confirm requirements and dates there before applying.
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