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Castro Valley Students 2024 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
See the list of students who received PSAT scores high enough to put them in the running for the prestigious scholarship.
CASTRO VALLEY, CA — 4 Castro Valley students were named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced Wednesday.
The students joined more than 16,000 students in the running to be named a National Merit Scholar, and receive a $2500 scholarship to help them further their education.
The following students received PSAT/NMSQT exam scores high enough to place them in the top one percent of US high school seniors:
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CASTRO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
- Chang, Lucas H.
- Chen, Tomi T.
- Hiester, Samuel G.
- Yehia, Jad A.
To become a finalist, semifinalists must submit a detailed application that provides information on their academic record, participation in school and community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities, employment, and honors and awards received. They must also write an essay, be recommended by a high school official, and receive SAT or ACT scores high enough to qualify.
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About 95 percent of semifinalists are expected to attain finalist standing, and approximately half of finalists are expected to win a National Merit Scholarship, according to the NMSC.
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