The National Junior Honor Society Outstanding Achievement Award recognizes middle-level students for their commitment to the five pillars of NJHS: scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. The 500 NJHS students selected for the Outstanding Achievement Award receive a $500 college savings plan to support their educational aspirations.

  • November 5, 2024: Application opens
  • January 22, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. (ET): Submission deadline
  • April 2025: Applicants receive notifications