Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for the Park Scholarships program, candidates must:

• Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.8.
• Be a United States citizen, permanent resident of the U.S., or graduating from a high school located in the U.S. (regardless of citizenship status).
• Apply for fall, first-year admission into a baccalaureate program at NC State.
  • Not open to transfer students.

The United States Senate Youth Program, established in 1962 by U.S. Senate Resolution, is a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. Student delegates will hear major policy addresses by senators, cabinet members, officials from the Departments of State and Defense and directors of other federal agencies, as well as usually participate in meetings with the president and a justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. All transportation, hotel and meal expenses will be provided by The Hearst Foundations. In addition, each delegate will also be awarded a $10,000 college scholarship for undergraduate studies, with encouragement to pursue coursework in history and political science. To apply, please click the link here: NCDPI United States Youth Senate Information and Application 2025-26