Scholarship
NSHSS Nobel Academic Excellence Scholarship
National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS)
Award
$5,000
Deadline
Oct 1, 2026
The NSHSS Nobel Academic Excellence Scholarship is a merit-based award from the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), open to NSHSS high school members graduating 2026-2029, recognizing academic excellence, leadership, and positive impact on society; top winners receive $5,000.
Eligibility
- Grade levels
- High school
- Essay
- Required
Special eligibility to verify
- Must be a current NSHSS high school member: Open to NSHSS high school members graduating in 2026, 2027, 2028, or 2029; NSHSS membership itself has separate eligibility criteria and is required before applying.
Application requirements
- Submit an educator recommendation
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Write a 500-800 word prompt response: Prompt: how you are making a positive impact on society and how your college plans will help you continue that impact.
Essay prompt
- 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. 500-800 words
- Submit optional pictures/videos/media showing leadership
- Provide a color headshot suitable for website posting
- Submit an academic resume
- Submit a current transcript: Official or unofficial transcript accepted.
Verified Jul 8, 2026 · View official source