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NSHSS high school students in any grade with a minimum 3.0 GPA who are pursuing STEM may apply.
Two $1,000 awards are offered. The application opens May 8, 2026 and closes October 20, 2026.
Submit an educator recommendation, a 500-800 word essay on your STEM journey, a transcript, an academic resume, and a headshot.
The NSHSS Foundation STEM Scholarship 2026 awards $1,000 (2 winners).
The deadline is October 20, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: High school; GPA 3+; United States. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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