Guys, I was just wondering, when do they typically announce the National Merit Semifinalists? Fingers crossed that I made it this year!
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation typically announces the National Merit Semifinalists in early September. They notify the semifinalists' high schools, which, in turn, inform the students. Additionally, the list of semifinalists is often released through news and media outlets around the same time.
Good luck! I hope you receive some positive news and make it to the semifinalist stage this year! Remember, becoming a National Merit Semifinalist is highly competitive, and even if you don't make it, you should still be proud of your PSAT performance.
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