<p>Penny(x3) is correct – you’ll get an invitation for the elite scholarship competition if your student is eligible. Competition is pretty tough for these awards. And yes, if your student is named a NMF, he or she will get at least $1000K a year, regardless of FAFSA. Note that the scholarship is divided up between the semesters, and the check doesn’t come until late Aug/early Sept. – at least this has been the case for my D.
Don’t forget to apply for departmental scholarships! It’s a separate application, and dates vary depending on the school.</p>