U.S.Presidential Scholars Program
Parents, teachers pay attention!
If you have a child at home, in your relation or in your class who is smart and good at study, here is the scholar’s recognition program on which you should work with the child to achieve. It is ….
The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
This scholarship does not give any financial incentive to student, but it will give lot of recognition (recognition from President of USA) and self-esteem to the child, early in his/her life. This recognition will inspire him/her for rest of the life to excel in field of education.
The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964, by executive order of the President, to recognize and honor some of our nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors. In 1979, the program was extended to recognize students who demonstrate exceptional talent in the visual, creative and performing arts. Each year, up to 141 students are named as Presidential Scholars, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students.
Eligibility
For the academic component of the program,
- Students who are or will be U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent U.S. Residents by the application deadline are eligible.
- Graduate or receive a diploma between January and August of the current program year; and score exceptionally well on either the SAT of the College Board or the ACT of the American College Testing Program, based on tests taken during the applicable two-year window, or be nominated by their Chief State School Officer (CSSO) based on outstanding scholarship.
For the arts component of the program, students who meet the following criteria:
- are or will be U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent U.S. Residents by the application deadline;
- Graduate or receive a diploma between January and August of the current program year; and demonstrate academic achievement; and Participate in the National YoungArts Foundation’s nationwide YoungArts program.
Application for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program is by invitation only. Students may not apply individually to the program or be nominated (outside of the above process).
Is this a Scholarship Program?
No, the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program is a recognition program. Students chosen as U.S. Presidential Scholars receive an expense-paid trip to Washington, D. C. in June and the U.S. Presidential Scholars medallion at a ceremony sponsored by the White House, in commemoration of their achievements. During their visit to Washington, Scholars have access to important national and international figures, including government officials, educators, authors, musicians, scientists and other accomplished people. Scholars are provided opportunities to: wrestle with issues that concern America and the world; participate in volunteer activities such as community service, to benefit those in need and make a difference in our Nation’s Capital; attend recitals, receptions and ceremonies held in their honor; and visit area museums and monuments. But perhaps the greatest benefit to the Scholars, and the one they most often remark on, is the chance to exchange ideas with similarly motivated and accomplished peers, and to forge friendships that last a lifetime.
One can submit application online or they can submit hard copy materials, to the following address after fulfilling necessary requirements.
U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
327 2nd St., Suite 103
Coralville, IA 52241
Special service/courier recommended.
All application materials, including school materials, must be sent to the above Coralville address.
All applications, Secondary School Reports, and transcripts must be received in our Coralville office prescribed deadline. Any incomplete materials or materials received after the deadline will be disqualified and not considered for review. Application will be rendered ineligible if you attach additional materials to your application, alter the application, or fail to follow the instructions in any way.
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