The National Merit Scholarship Program announced its semifinalists, comprising approximately 16,000 high school students who scored in the top 1% of U.S. seniors on the Preliminary SAT.
Of the semifinalists, around 95% are expected to achieve finalist status based on a comprehensive application that includes academic records, extracurricular activities, and employment details.
The final results, indicating which semifinalists will be awarded National Merit Scholarships, will be revealed in the spring, with about half of the finalists receiving scholarships.
The list of semifinalists from California showcases the diverse high schools and students stepping forward from various backgrounds, marking a significant achievement at this level.
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