{"id":11362,"date":"2026-04-17T21:40:05","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T21:40:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.makeoverarena.com\/?p=11362"},"modified":"2026-08-19T07:34:41","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T07:34:41","slug":"nextgen-scholarship-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/makeoverarena.com\/scholarships\/nextgen-scholarship-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"NextGen Scholarship 2026 (NESS) \u2013 Full SEO Guide for Data Science &#038; Statistics Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"407\">Are you a high school senior or early undergraduate student interested in <strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"209\">data science, statistics, or STEM <\/strong>fields? The NextGen Scholarship 2026 by the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">New England Statistical Society<\/span><\/span> (NESS) is a valuable opportunity designed to support underrepresented students pursuing careers in data-driven fields.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11363\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11363\" style=\"width: 1474px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11363\" src=\"https:\/\/makeoverarena.com\/scholarships\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/NextGen-Scholarship-2026-.jpg\" alt=\"NextGen Scholarship 2026 \" width=\"1474\" height=\"429\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11363\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">NextGen Scholarship 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"588\">With the growing demand for data scientists worldwide, this scholarship helps reduce financial barriers while promoting diversity and inclusion in statistics and data science.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"zudtys\" data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"764\"><strong>NextGen Scholarship 2026 \u2013 Summary Table<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1330\">\n<thead data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"813\">\n<tr data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"813\">\n<th class=\"\" data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"785\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Scholarship Name<\/th>\n<th class=\"\" data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"813\" data-col-size=\"md\">NextGen Scholarship 2026<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"1330\">\n<tr data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"919\">\n<td data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"871\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Sponsor<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"919\" data-col-size=\"md\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">New England Statistical Society<\/span><\/span> (NESS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"969\">\n<td data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"935\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Award Amount<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"969\" data-col-size=\"md\">Minimum $1,000 (varies yearly)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1016\">\n<td data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"989\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Number of Awards<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1016\" data-col-size=\"md\">Varies based on funding<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1044\">\n<td data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1028\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Deadline<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1044\" data-col-size=\"md\">May 10, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1105\">\n<td data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1059\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Study Level<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1105\" data-col-size=\"md\">High School Seniors &amp; Early Undergraduates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1189\">\n<td data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1124\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Eligible Fields<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1189\" data-col-size=\"md\">Data Science, Statistics, Math, Engineering, Computer Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1226\">\n<td data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1209\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Eligible Country<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1226\" data-col-size=\"md\">United States<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1278\">\n<td data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1235\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Focus<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1278\" data-col-size=\"md\">Underrepresented groups in data science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1330\">\n<td data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1301\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Winner Announcement<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1330\" data-col-size=\"md\">May 2026 (NESS Symposium)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1dxi078\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1377\"><strong>About the NextGen Scholarship Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1551\">The NextGen Scholarship Application is an initiative by the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">New England Statistical Society<\/span><\/span> to increase representation in statistics and data science careers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1579\">This scholarship supports:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1664\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1m2o3bx\" data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1614\">Graduating high school seniors<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"j5nkrl\" data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1664\">First- and second-year undergraduate students<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1770\">The goal is to encourage students from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue careers in fields such as:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1888\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1pouz1o\" data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1787\">Data science<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1yq9p59\" data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1802\">Statistics<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1pkuajg\" data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1818\">Mathematics<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kiewfl\" data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1834\">Engineering<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1t5v9rv\" data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1855\">Computer science<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1lsisu1\" data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1888\">Quantitative social sciences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1rogeww\" data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1954\"><strong>Why This Scholarship Matters\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2081\">Data science is one of the fastest-growing career paths globally. However, many groups remain underrepresented in this field.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2107\">If you&#8217;re searching for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2247\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1ajxq44\" data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2150\">Data science scholarships 2026 USA<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"198k9na\" data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2196\">STEM scholarships 2026<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1n2dqzl\" data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2247\">Statistics scholarships for undergraduates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2318\">Then the NextGen Scholarship is an excellent opportunity to consider.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1lwz1qj\" data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2348\"><strong>Scholarship Benefits<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2413\">While the exact amount varies each year, recipients can expect:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2604\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1yzgduk\" data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2461\"><strong data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2459\">Minimum award of $1,000 per student<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"yzwku3\" data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2508\">Financial support for college education<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1bga3b7\" data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2549\">Recognition at the NESS Symposium<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"5219ob\" data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2604\">Career encouragement in high-demand STEM fields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2704\">Note: The total number of scholarships and award amounts depend on available funding each year.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"18bzd7q\" data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2743\"><strong>Eligibility Criteria for 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2833\">To qualify for the NextGen Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"1014jy0\" data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2857\">Academic Status<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"2968\">\n<li data-section-id=\"wb6yq9\" data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"2968\">Must be:\n<ul data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2968\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1in3gym\" data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2914\">A <strong data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2908\">graduating high school senior<\/strong>, OR<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"mdd7p\" data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2968\">A <strong data-start=\"2921\" data-end=\"2968\">first- or second-year undergraduate student<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"1ok23xm\" data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2999\">Enrollment Requirement<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3090\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1gkwazz\" data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3090\">Must be enrolled in a <strong data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3054\">U.S. college or university<\/strong> for the <strong data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3090\">2026\u20132027 academic year<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"r3pbgc\" data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3116\">Field of Interest<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3272\">\n<li data-section-id=\"w782qd\" data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3272\">Must show a strong interest in:\n<ul data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3272\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1pouz1o\" data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3169\">Data science<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1yq9p59\" data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3186\">Statistics<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tkw9rs\" data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3197\">Math<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kiewfl\" data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3215\">Engineering<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1t5v9rv\" data-start=\"3218\" data-end=\"3238\">Computer science<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"j723q3\" data-start=\"3241\" data-end=\"3272\">Related quantitative fields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"va29u3\" data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3304\">Underrepresented Groups<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3382\">Applicants must belong to underrepresented groups in data science, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3498\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1byckyu\" data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3418\">American Indian\/Alaskan Native<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1g3udzi\" data-start=\"3419\" data-end=\"3445\">Black\/African American<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"p023cf\" data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3458\">Hispanic<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1pn7z89\" data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3498\">Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3578\">These classifications are based on U.S. Census and education data comparisons.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"4qnxhx\" data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3608\"><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3610\" data-end=\"3639\"><strong data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3639\">Deadline: May 10, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3641\" data-end=\"3732\">Late applications are not accepted, so be sure to submit all materials before the deadline.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"2jf9ig\" data-start=\"3739\" data-end=\"3771\"><strong>Selection &amp; Decision Timeline<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3773\" data-end=\"3899\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1jy15py\" data-start=\"3773\" data-end=\"3827\">Winners Announced: May 2026 (at NESS Symposium)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"11b82zc\" data-start=\"3828\" data-end=\"3899\">Award Distribution: October 2026 (after enrollment confirmation)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"7ypx0z\" data-start=\"3906\" data-end=\"3933\"><strong>Application Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3935\" data-end=\"3993\">To apply, candidates must complete the following sections:<\/p>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"1hw7x02\" data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4022\">Personal Information<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4059\">Basic personal and academic details.<\/p>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"16tomu1\" data-start=\"4061\" data-end=\"4073\">Essay<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"4074\" data-end=\"4098\">Your essay should cover:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4099\" data-end=\"4307\">\n<li data-section-id=\"6nyegd\" data-start=\"4099\" data-end=\"4146\">Why you are interested in your chosen major<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pbtaa0\" data-start=\"4147\" data-end=\"4192\">How your interests relate to data science<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14xje41\" data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4265\">Examples of your experience (projects, coursework, extracurriculars)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1jqknc6\" data-start=\"4266\" data-end=\"4307\">Your future academic and career goals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"1l91glp\" data-start=\"4309\" data-end=\"4338\">Additional Experiences<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"4339\" data-end=\"4349\">Highlight:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4350\" data-end=\"4432\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1lppzyu\" data-start=\"4350\" data-end=\"4370\">Leadership roles<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"d8gnou\" data-start=\"4371\" data-end=\"4398\">STEM-related activities<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"vkwfpj\" data-start=\"4399\" data-end=\"4432\">Volunteer work or internships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1ulut7r\" data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4475\"><strong>Important Legal &amp; Tax Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4477\" data-end=\"4760\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1tlipij\" data-start=\"4477\" data-end=\"4535\">All applicant information is kept confidential by NESS<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"podp9c\" data-start=\"4536\" data-end=\"4583\">Data is used only for scholarship selection<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1y9yyfh\" data-start=\"4584\" data-end=\"4647\">Winners must complete a <strong data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4622\">W-9 form<\/strong> before receiving funds<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ib6lyo\" data-start=\"4648\" data-end=\"4703\">Scholarship funds are considered <strong data-start=\"4683\" data-end=\"4701\">taxable income<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1s6uzf3\" data-start=\"4704\" data-end=\"4760\">A <strong data-start=\"4708\" data-end=\"4725\">1099 tax form<\/strong> will be issued before April 2027<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4762\" data-end=\"4868\">Applicants should regularly check their email for updates regarding their application and award status.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"a7t88p\" data-start=\"4875\" data-end=\"4918\">How to Apply for the NextGen Scholarship<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4920\" data-end=\"4948\">Follow these steps to apply:<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"laxg4y\" data-start=\"4950\" data-end=\"4980\">Step 1: Prepare Your Essay<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4981\" data-end=\"5060\">Write a strong essay showcasing your passion for data science and career goals.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"iv4hbm\" data-start=\"5062\" data-end=\"5103\">Step 2: Gather Supporting Information<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5104\" data-end=\"5161\">Include academic details and extracurricular experiences.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"yi6hdf\" data-start=\"5163\" data-end=\"5193\">Step 3: Submit Application<\/h3>\n<p>To fill the form, visit here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextgenscholarship.nestat.org\/\">https:\/\/www.nextgenscholarship.nestat.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5194\" data-end=\"5291\">Visit the official website of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextgenscholarship.nestat.org\/\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">New England Statistical Society<\/span><\/span> to complete your application.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"10ibd8o\" data-start=\"5298\" data-end=\"5336\"><strong>Tips to Win the NextGen Scholarship<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5338\" data-end=\"5376\">To increase your chances of selection:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5378\" data-end=\"5656\">\n<li data-section-id=\"h0vhc7\" data-start=\"5378\" data-end=\"5438\">Demonstrate clear passion for data science or statistics<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kiw9wp\" data-start=\"5439\" data-end=\"5507\">Include real examples (projects, coding, research, competitions)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"v3sx1m\" data-start=\"5508\" data-end=\"5558\">Highlight leadership and community involvement<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1us347m\" data-start=\"5559\" data-end=\"5602\">Be authentic and specific in your essay<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hhk6e2\" data-start=\"5603\" data-end=\"5656\">Apply early and review your application carefully<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1qsfy1n\" data-start=\"6002\" data-end=\"6038\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"1xzeelt\" data-start=\"6040\" data-end=\"6089\"><strong>1. How much is the NextGen Scholarship worth?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"6090\" data-end=\"6158\">The award is <strong data-start=\"6103\" data-end=\"6122\">at least $1,000<\/strong>, but may vary depending on funding.<\/p>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"ylnn1p\" data-start=\"6160\" data-end=\"6181\"><strong>2. Who can apply?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"6182\" data-end=\"6290\">High school seniors and first- or second-year college students interested in data science or related fields.<\/p>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"11lcdx8\" data-start=\"6292\" data-end=\"6332\"><strong>3. Can international students apply?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"6333\" data-end=\"6401\">No. Applicants must plan to attend a <strong data-start=\"6370\" data-end=\"6400\">U.S. college or university<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"7qj37i\" data-start=\"6403\" data-end=\"6431\"><strong>4. When is the deadline?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"6432\" data-end=\"6477\">The application deadline is <strong data-start=\"6460\" data-end=\"6476\">May 10, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"v7fd36\" data-start=\"6479\" data-end=\"6517\"><strong>5. When will winners be announced?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"6518\" data-end=\"6586\">Winners will be announced in <strong data-start=\"6547\" data-end=\"6559\">May 2026<\/strong> during the NESS Symposium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6518\" data-end=\"6586\">CHECK THESE OUT:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6518\" data-end=\"6586\"><a title=\"Airtel-3MTT NextGen Fellowship 2026 for Young Nigerian Innovators\" href=\"https:\/\/makeoverarena.com\/scholarships\/airtel-3mtt-nextgen-fellowship\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Airtel-3MTT NextGen Fellowship 2026 for Young Nigerian Innovators<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6518\" data-end=\"6586\"><a title=\"\u00a0SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences Program Doctoral Dissertation Completion Fellowship 2025\" href=\"https:\/\/makeoverarena.com\/scholarships\/ssrc-next-generation-social-sciences-program\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">\u00a0SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences Program Doctoral Dissertation Completion Fellowship 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6518\" data-end=\"6586\"><a title=\"Monday Onyeme Foundation Scholarship 2026 in Nigeria\" href=\"https:\/\/makeoverarena.com\/scholarships\/monday-onyeme-foundation-scholarship\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Monday Onyeme Foundation Scholarship 2026 in Nigeria<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6518\" data-end=\"6586\"><a title=\"Goldsmiths University International Response Scholarship 2026 in the United Kingdom\" href=\"https:\/\/makeoverarena.com\/scholarships\/goldsmiths-university-international-response-scholarship-2026-in-the-united-kingdom\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Goldsmiths University International Response Scholarship 2026 in the United Kingdom<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you a high school senior or early undergraduate student interested in data science, statistics, or STEM fields? 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