Top 2025 National Merit Semifinalists by State

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) has released its 2025 National Merit Semifinalist List, recognizing the most exceptional high school students in the United States. These brilliant young minds have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and intellectual promise, exhibiting a deep commitment to intellectual pursuits and a relentless drive to achieve academic excellence. The NMSC Semifinalist … Read more

2025 National Merit Semifinalists Announced, [Year]

Every year, thousands of high school juniors take the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test). The top-scoring students on this test are then designated as National Merit Semifinalists. These students are recognized for their outstanding academic achievements and their potential for continued academic success. In 2023, over 16,000 students were named National Merit Semifinalists. … Read more

2025 National Merit Semifinalists in English Language

Every year, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) recognizes approximately 16,000 high school students as National Merit Semifinalists. These academically talented seniors have demonstrated exceptional academic promise and potential for success in rigorous college studies. They have scored exceptionally well on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) and are now eligible to compete … Read more