ACADEMIC HONORS SCHOLARSHIP

This competitive scholarship program rewards outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement. The program awards scholarships in specific academic disciplines, such as Science, Technology, Engineering, Business, and Law, as well as broader academic pathways such as the IB Diploma Programme and AP Scholars. Students applying to North Broward Prep for Grade 9 and current North Broward Prep rising Grade 9 students are eligible for consideration.

Initial consideration is based on grades, SSAT scores, recommendations, and other supporting information. Students selected for further consideration will be notified of the academic pathways available, the award criteria for each pathway, and the next steps in the selection process.

The Academic Honors Scholar Experience

As an Academic Honors Scholar at North Broward Preparatory School, you will receive personalized support to develop your strengths and pursue your interests. Your experience includes:

• College and career advising: Individualized college advising beginning in Grade 9, one-on-one portfolio advising, and workshops focused on applications, interviews, résumés, and scholarships.
• Leadership development and recognition: Tailored leadership training and participation in our Leadership Scholar Program. Scholars receive first access to ambassador roles and opportunities to represent NBPS at school events and in the community.
• Personal mentorship: Regular check-ins with an administrator mentor to reflect on your progress and support your goals.
• Academic planning and priority scheduling: Personalized course counseling and earlier scheduling to help you build an academic plan that aligns with your interests and aspirations.
• Test preparation: Intensive PSAT, ACT, and SAT preparation to support your readiness and confidence.
• Research and project development: Guided opportunities to explore your academic interests through research and purposeful projects.
• Career exploration: Access to internships and industry shadowing experiences that connect your learning with potential career paths.

Scholarship Consideration Cohorts

Candidates are considered in three cohorts:

• Internal Candidates: Current North Broward Prep students entering Grade 9.
• External Early Action: New applicants entering Grade 9 who are considered during the early action cycle.
• External Standard: New applicants entering Grade 9 who are considered during the standard cycle.

New Applicants to NBPS: External Early Action and External Standard

Eligibility 

All students must:

• demonstrate an outstanding level of academic performance with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in a very demanding curriculum in grade 6, 7 and the first trimester or semester of grade 8
• be involved in a number of extra-curricular activities both inside and outside of school

Apply

New, prospective students applying for 9th grade are automatically considered for the Academic Honors Scholarship as long as the Office of Admissions receives a completed application for admission no later than the deadline for the applicable consideration cohort: December 1 or January 15. Please refer to the Upper School Application webpage for a list of requirements. 

As part of the Admissions Application for incoming 9th grade students, candidates must take the Upper Level SSAT during the testing window prior to their application deadline.

We recommend students to participate in the Character Skills Snapshot on the SSAT. Certainly, the reason you're seeking to enroll your child here is because you're interested in an education that focuses on instilling character values and encouraging personal growth. Similarly, we know that your child is much more than grades and test scores. That's why we're asking your child to take The Character Skills Snapshot as a part of their Academic Honors Scholarship application. It will give us richer, holistic information about your child, and show us areas where our community can help them grow, thrive, and shine. 

Selection

Upon review of the admission application, candidates selected for further scholarship consideration will receive information about the academic pathways available, pathway-specific award criteria, and the selection process. This notification will outline any additional requirements and relevant deadlines.

A selection committee identifies finalists who are recommended to receive the Academic Honors Scholarship based on the student’s overall academic achievement and the award criteria for the relevant academic pathway. 

New, prospective scholarship recipients will be notified according to the notification schedule for their consideration cohort: December 1 or January 15. 

 

Current Students at NBPS: Internal Candidates 

Eligibility 

All students must:

• demonstrate an outstanding level of academic performance with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in a very demanding curriculum in grade 6, 7 and the first trimester or semester of grade 8
• be involved in a number of extra-curricular activities both inside and outside of school

Apply

• Candidates must take the Upper Level SSAT during the testing window for the Internal Candidates cohort (October or November test date) and indicate North Broward Prep as a score recipient. SSAT scores must be delivered no later than December 1. 
• The Office of Admissions will gather grades for grade 6, 7 and 1st trimester of grade 8.
• Complete the Academic Honors Scholarship Application Form linked here. This form should be completed directly by the student no later than December 1.  

We recommend students to participate in the Character Skills Snapshot on the SSAT. Certainly the reason you're seeking to enroll your child here is because you're interested in an education that focuses on instilling character values and encouraging personal growth. Similarly, we know that your child is much more than grades and test scores. That's why we're asking your child to take The Character Skills Snapshot as a part of their Academic Honors Scholarship application. It will give us richer, holistic information about your child, and show us areas where our community can help them grow, thrive, and shine. 

Selection

The initial review considers grades, SSAT scores, recommendations, and other supporting information. Internal Candidates selected for further consideration will be notified directly and receive information about the academic pathways available, pathway-specific award criteria, and the selection process. This notification will outline any additional requirements and relevant deadlines.

A selection committee identifies finalists who are recommended to receive the Academic Honors Scholarship based on the student’s overall academic achievement and the award criteria for the relevant academic pathway. 

Current North Broward Prep students entering grade 9 who have applied will be notified of scholarship decisions no later than December 15. 

Interested in Scholarships and Aid? 

At North Broward Prep, we understand that individual economic circumstances vary for every family, and we value socioeconomic diversity within our school. We proudly offer need-based financial assistance because we value you and your child as part of our learning community.