The NASC Scholarship 

The National Association of Student Councils Scholarship program recognizes high school juniors and seniors who embody the core tenets of NASC: leadership, service, student voice, and engagement. This year, we are awarding $100,000 to students with a strong record of leadership in their school’s student council—$1,000 to 75 finalists and $5,000 to five national winners. 

Eligibility

To be eligible, a student must be: 

  • A high school junior or senior who is a current officer of their school’s student council, which must have an active affiliation with NASC. 

  • An NASC student account holder, verified as a member by the NASC council adviser. 

  • Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university. 

Timeline

  • September 24, 2024: Application open 

  • December 9, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. (ET): NEW! Extended application deadline 

  • February 2025: Winner announcement

  • April 2025: All-expense paid trip to DC for the five national winners and their advisers. 

Webinar: Get Familiar with the New NASC Scholarship

September 26 at 5:00 PM Eastern

Explore the inaugural National Association of Student Councils (NASC) Scholarship program, offering $100,000 in scholarships to high school juniors and seniors who demonstrate leadership, service, student voice, and engagement.

This webinar will cover everything you need to know about applying, including tips on highlighting your commitment to serving others. We’ll discuss how to craft a compelling application, including detailed accounts of your leadership experiences and the importance of your recommendations.

This session is open to students, advisers, administrators, or parents interested in making the most of this scholarship opportunity.