Below we cover the the most frequently asked questions about the National Merit Scholarship Program. Please see our National Merit Semifinalist Cutoffs page for the latest information on actual and…
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Compass has now confirmed all of the National Merit Semifinalist cutoffs for the class of 2024. Eligible students who have a Selection Index at or above the cutoffs will be…
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Below are the Semifinalist cutoffs for the 15 years from the class of 2008 to the class of 2024. Because of the change in PSAT scoring with the class of…
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“Our son has been offered a full ride to UT Austin and his ACT score played a big role in earning this honor.” – Fiona L., Compass parent, North Carolina…
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The National Hispanic Recognition Program recognizes outstanding Latino and Hispanic high school students. The NHRP is not a scholarship program, but it provides students with a certificate of recognition that…
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After three volatile admission cycles, the role of test scores has stabilized around a lasting dichotomy: neither testing nor test-optional allowances are going away anytime soon. This polarity is most…
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It’s frustrating for parents, teachers, and tutors to see well-intentioned and bright students struggle. Often stress comes from missed deadlines, incomplete notes, or inefficient study patterns. Compass tutors transform and…
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Disclaimer: The following post was contributed by Sam as a kick-off to our Compass student alumni series. Have a college update story to share? We’d love to hear from you.…
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The National Merit Semifinalist and Commended cutoffs for the class of 2023 are provided below. Despite the Commended cutoff remaining at 207, only 10 states saw unchanged Semifinalist cutoffs. At…
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Over the past few months, Compass has had the privilege of leading educational sessions for counselors and admission professionals across the country, including PCACAC (Harrisonburg, VA), WACAC (Long Beach, CA),…
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