<p>emberjed, my son is a National Merit Presidential Scholar, Class of '16.</p>
<p>To receive that award two things are only required: 1) be a NMF; 2) name USC as your 1st choice.</p>
<p>If, you receive a USC acceptance letter; that scholarship is automatic and offered to everyone who meetts those two requirements. NO interview required! Plus, $500/semester stipend.</p>