<p>As somewhat of a side note, remember that ~15,000 of the ~16,000 semifinalists are awarded National Merit Finalist. Unless you really screw up the essay or have a blank EC section, you should be well on your way to finalist status.</p>
<p>As somewhat of a side note, remember that ~15,000 of the ~16,000 semifinalists are awarded National Merit Finalist. Unless you really screw up the essay or have a blank EC section, you should be well on your way to finalist status.</p>