<p>Axand…there are some universities that offer good merit awards to NMSF, but the scholarships through the NMF are not so generous.</p>
<p>Plus, this student won’t REALLY know eligibility for national merit status until she takes the SAT. That is required, with a cutoff score as well. In addition, there is a GPA requirement.</p>
<p>It is NOT all about the PSAT, but that is the first criteria.</p>