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FAQ

How do students verify their eligibility for recognition?

To claim their award(s), students will be asked to verify their eligibility on 51³Ô¹ÏÍø.org. This includes qualifying scores for eligible exams taken by end of 2025 and cumulative GPA by the time of the submission. For the First-Generation Recognition Award, students will need to disclose their parents’ highest level of education. For the Rural and Small Town Recognition Awards, students will need to confirm a high school location. 

Students can nominate themselves for the First-Generation Recognition Award or the Rural or Small-Town Recognition Award if they are not formally invited. However, they cannot nominate themselves for the School Recognition Award. Students may also provide their high school counselor's and/or parent/guardian's name and email to alert them about the submission and any subsequent deadlines.

Learn about the National Recognition Program