Selection Process
Of the up to 141 Scholars, the U.S. Department of Education at most chooses 121 in the academics and at most 20 in the arts.
An overview of selection progression follows:
| Designation | Number of candidates | Ratio | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduating senior | 3,000,000 eligible to apply | 1 in 1 | 100% |
| Presidential Scholar Candidate | 2600 | 1 in 1,500 | 0.0667% |
| Presidential Scholar Semifinalist | 500 | 1 in 6,000 | 0.0167% |
| Presidential Scholar | 121 in academics, 20 in arts | 1 in over 20,000 | 0.00470% |
Read more about this topic: Presidential Scholars Program
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