Over 1.3 million juniors from approximately 21,000 high schools entered the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®), which served as an initial screening for program entrants. The nationwide pool of Semifinalists, representing less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors, includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state.

The Shipley School proudly recognizes Benjamin Bradlow, Maxwell Davis, and Nicholas Marks, members of the Class of 2024, who have achieved the status of semifinalists in The National Merit Scholarship Program. Merit Scholar designees are selected based on their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies, without regard to gender, race, ethnic origin, or religious preference.

Finalists, to be announced in February, will be eligible for a $2,500 National Merit Scholarship, among other scholarship opportunities. We couldn't be prouder of their dedication and hard work! Please join us in congratulating them on this incredible accomplishment.