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NHS Scholarship 2026: deadline, amount and who can apply
From the National Honor Society (National Principals Association). Checked against the official page on Oct 24, 2026.
$2 million shared by 600 seniors
Deadline Nov 20, 2026
- Who can apply
- Seniors who are active members of an NHS chapter, with an NHS student account.
- Grades
- Seniors (grade 12)
- What they look for
- Scholarship, service, leadership and character.
Rewards serviceLeadershipMembers only
Official page How to get ready
- Service counts here. Keep every activity with its date, hours and a supervisor who can confirm it, so your application shows real numbers instead of estimates.
- Leadership counts. Write down what you started, led or changed, and how many people it reached, while the details are fresh.
- Only members can apply. Check that your membership is active well before the deadline.
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When is the NHS Scholarship deadline?
The deadline is Nov 20, 2026.
How much is the NHS Scholarship worth?
$2 million shared by 600 seniors
Who can apply for the NHS Scholarship?
Seniors who are active members of an NHS chapter, with an NHS student account. Seniors (grade 12).
What does the NHS Scholarship look for?
Scholarship, service, leadership and character.
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