Port Jefferson Student is a National Merit Finalist

Earl L. Vandermeulen High School senior Aoife Hogan has been named a 2025 National Merit Finalist. This prestigious recognition is bestowed on only around 15,000 students nationwide among 1.6 million applicants.

Ms. Hogan’s recognition as a finalist means she is in the running to be one of around 6,870 students to receive a National Merit Scholarship of $2,500 for 2025.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation seeks to identify academically talented students throughout the United States. Factors in the selection process include students’ academic records, PSAT/NMSQT scores, an essay submission, demonstrated leadership and contributions to school and community activities, and a school official’s written recommendation.

“Aoife has always exhibited incredible dedication to her academics and to the Port Jefferson community,” said Earl L. Vandermeulen High School Principal John Ruggero. “I am thrilled to see her named a finalist—she is truly deserving of the National Merit Scholarship.”

For more information regarding the Port Jefferson School District and its students’ many achievements, please visit the District’s website at https://www.portjeffschools.org and follow its Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/PortJeffSchools.