Scholarship Opportunity

NDSU National Merit Scholarship

Offered by North Dakota State University

Named NDSU award for National Merit finalists who designate NDSU as their first college choice.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Eligibility

  • Be a National Merit Finalist and name NDSU as first college choice with National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

Requirements

  • Complete the general scholarship application by February1,2027 for portal consideration.
  • Specify NDSU as first college choice by June1; confirm the applicable award-year deadline with Admissions.
  • Maintain the award’s full-time enrollment and renewal conditions; semifinalist status alone does not qualify.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete admission and the general scholarship application.
  2. 2Verify finalist status and submit the first-choice designation.
  3. 3Review the offered annual amount and renewal terms.