Hey guys, feeling a bit anxious here. Does anyone know when are the National Merit Finalists typically announced? I've been hearing different stuff from people, and I'm from the class of 2024. Any help is much appreciated!
Hey there!
National Merit Finalist announcements typically come out in mid-February. It's been this way for many years so I expect it to be the same for the class of 2024! Shortly after this announcement, the finalist's high schools are notified by mail, and soon after, Finalists receive a notification at their home address.
Just be sure to keep an eye on your mail around this time—it'll certainly be flown fast but delivered slow. And remember: becoming a finalist is the step before winning a scholarship. Scholarship winners are later announced from March to mid-June.
It's a long process but it’s a pretty big achievement, so be sure to stay positive and best of luck in the process! You're doing fantastic job merely by reaching this stage.
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