Schools may submit one nominee per 100 high school seniors or each portion thereof. Schools with fewer than 100 seniors may submit one application. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and show promise of continued academic excellence. This facilitates National Education Goals 4 and 5 which address the need for US students to be first in the world in Math and Science and to possess the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in a global economy. Recipients must enroll full-time in an accredited institution of higher education for the next academic year.
All awards are subject to the availability of federal funds.
To Apply Applications are only available through high school guidance counselors. Completed applications are due to the Department of Public Instruction on or before the second Monday in February.