What information does NMSC release to news media?
NMSC distributes public announcements about Semifinalists in the fall and about scholarship winners in the spring. Included is background information about the competition with a list of students' names, the names and locations of their high schools, and information about scholarship sponsors.
To whom does NMSC send public announcements?
NMSC transmits news releases by e-mail to several thousand daily and weekly newspapers and to school district public information offices that have requested them.
What are the announcement dates?
Most NMSC release dates are on a Wednesday. For a schedule of the 2008 competition announcement dates, click here.
Can I get a list of Finalists in the National Merit® Scholarship Program or the National Achievement® Scholarship Program?
NMSC does not release the names of Finalists in either program. High schools are notified in early February of their Semifinalists who have advanced to Finalist standing. Whether to make a public announcement about Finalists is left to the discretion of the high school.
Who should I contact at NMSC about news releases?
Contact the Department of Public Information; Telephone: 847/866-5100.
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