NSHSS + DECA Scholarship 2027
This scholarship provides financial awards to high school juniors and seniors who are DECA members and plan to pursue a business-related college major.
Key facts
- Funder
- NSHSS
- Status
- Upcoming
- Next deadline
- January 7, 2027
- Amount
- Three (3) $1,000 awards
- Who can apply
- Students
- Where
- United States (national)
- Topics
- CTE
- Official page
- https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/s/nshss-plus-deca-scholarship-2027/
- Apply
- https://www.nshss.org/dashboard/student-resources/apply-for-scholarships/?id=298248
- Last verified
- October 13, 2026
Deadline note: by 11:59PM (EST)
About this funding
The NSHSS + DECA Scholarship offers three $1,000 cash awards. It is intended for high school students who are active DECA members and are pursuing higher education in fields like marketing, finance, hospitality, or business. Applicants need to submit a resume, transcript, educator recommendation, DECA chapter advisor's information, a headshot, and a personal statement.
Eligibility:
High school juniors and seniors
DECA members
Intend to pursue a college major in marketing, finance, hospitality, or business
May be U.S. or international students
How to apply
Applicants must submit a resume, transcript, an educator recommendation, and their DECA chapter advisor's name and email address. A color headshot and a personal statement of 500 words responding to a specific prompt are also required. Applications can be submitted via the provided 'Apply now' link.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for NSHSS + DECA Scholarship 2027?
Students
How much funding does NSHSS + DECA Scholarship 2027 offer?
Three (3) $1,000 awards
When is the NSHSS + DECA Scholarship 2027 deadline?
January 7, 2027. by 11:59PM (EST)
How do I apply for NSHSS + DECA Scholarship 2027?
Applicants must submit a resume, transcript, an educator recommendation, and their DECA chapter advisor's name and email address. A color headshot and a personal statement of 500 words responding to a specific prompt are also required. Applications can be submitted via the provided 'Apply now' link.