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These 191 Oregon high school students are National Merit Scholarship semifinalists
OregonLive.com • • nation
Key Points:
- A total of 191 Oregon high school students have been named semifinalists for the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program, out of more than 16,000 semifinalists nationwide.
- Over 1.2 million juniors nationwide entered the competition by taking the 2025 Preliminary SAT, with semifinalists representing the highest-scoring students in each state.
- Approximately 6,700 students across the country will receive National Merit Scholarships next spring, totaling $24 million in awards.
- Last year, 26 Oregon students received $2,500 National Merit Scholarships, recognizing their academic achievements and potential for college success.
- The list of semifinalists includes students from a wide range of Oregon high schools, reflecting diverse academic excellence throughout the state.
