NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be a graduating high school senior who is running their own small business and entering their freshman year at an accredited (not for profit) college, university, or vocational school.

How to Apply

Apply directly through the sponsoring organization's official application . Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the December 18, 2026 deadline.

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