National Merit Finalists by Texas Tech University

Brief Description

The National Merit Finalists program by Texas Tech University is a prestigious scholarship opportunity for high-achieving students to receive financial aid for their education.

Host Institution(s)

This program is solely offered by Texas Tech University, a public research university located in Lubbock, Texas.

Level/Field of Study

The National Merit Finalists program is open to students pursuing any undergraduate program at Texas Tech University.

Number of Awards

Each year, Texas Tech University offers a limited number of awards to National Merit Finalists, with the exact number varying depending on available funding.

Target Group

The National Merit Finalists program is open to students who have been named National Merit Finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. This honor is bestowed upon top-performing students who have taken the PSAT/NMSQT exam.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers full tuition for up to four years at Texas Tech University. Finalists also receive a one-time $2,000 scholarship to cover additional educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be considered for the National Merit Finalists program,

• Students must score in the top 1% of their state on the PSAT/NMSQT exam.
• Be named National Merit Finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
• They must also be accepted for admission to Texas Tech University.
• Designate the university as their first choice institution with the National Merit Corporation.

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Application Instructions

In order to apply for the National Merit Finalists program, students must take the PSAT/NMSQT exam during their junior year of high school and score in the top 1% of their state. After being named National Merit Finalists, students must then apply for admission to Texas Tech University and designate the university as their first choice with the National Merit Corporation. There is no separate application for the scholarship.

Official Website

For more information on the National Merit Finalists program by Texas Tech University, including deadlines and detailed eligibility requirements, visit the university’s official website.