Broward County Public Schools is celebrating four high-achieving seniors who have been awarded prestigious National Merit $2,500 Scholarships by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
The students were selected from more than 15,000 finalists nationwide and recognized for their academic excellence, leadership and potential for success in college-level studies.
The BCPS recipients are:
- Rickey Liu of Cypress Bay High School
- Austin J. Campos of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
- Kevin Liu of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
- Isabella Maria Borges of West Broward High School
National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners are selected by a committee of college admissions officers and high school counselors who evaluate students based on academic records, PSAT/NMSQT scores, extracurricular activities, essays and recommendations from school officials.
“We are incredibly proud of these students for earning one of the nation’s most prestigious academic honors,” said BCPS Superintendent Howard Hepburn. “Their dedication, perseverance and commitment to excellence reflect the outstanding opportunities and support provided throughout BCPS.”
According to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, most of the scholarships are funded directly by the organization, with additional support provided by corporate sponsors and donations to its President’s Fund. Recipients may use the scholarships at any regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
The organization is expected to announce additional recipients of college-sponsored Merit Scholarship awards on June 3 and July 13.
