As someone who has consistently made the honor roll throughout high school, I'm curious about scholarship opportunities that are available for honors students. Any suggestions or resources for scholarships geared towards academic achievers would be great!
There are numerous scholarships available that reward high school students who excel academically, so being an honor roll student will certainly open doors for you.
1. Coca-Cola Scholars Program: This program awards 150 scholarships of $20,000 each to high achieving students who've demonstrated leadership and service. This is a highly competitive program, as it gets thousands of applications nationwide.
2. National Merit Scholarship Program: To qualify for this scholarship, you have to score highly on the PSAT/NMSQT in your junior year. If you're named a semifinalist, you'll have to meet additional academic standards to progress in the competition, and winners receive a $2,500 scholarship.
3. Burger King Scholars Program: This scholarship awards ranging from $1,000 to $50,000 to high performing students. You don't have to be an employee of Burger King to apply, but there are separate scholarships for employees and their families.
4. Dell Scholars Program: If you're a participant in an approved college readiness program, this scholarship offers $20,000 over six years, a laptop, and textbook credits.
5. Siemens Competition in Math, Science, & Technology: This scholarship awards college scholarships ranging up to $100,000 for original research in team and individual categories.
Keep in mind that these are just examples and there are countless more scholarships out there, each with its unique aspects and requirements.
Finally, don't forget to utilize free scholarship search platforms. One such tool is Appily, which allows you to filter scholarships based on your academic performance, extracurricular activities, interests, and more. Keep an eye on the deadlines and make sure to consistently monitor these platforms for new opportunities. Happy hunting!
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