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Distinguished Young Women of NH is a scholarship program which empowers young ladies Scholarships are awarded on both the state and national level.

The Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program aims to reward and recognize girls in their senior year of high school. The Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program has five phases of competition:

Scholastics (25% of overall score)

Interview (25% of overall score)

Talent (20% of overall score)

Fitness (15% of overall score)

Self-Expression (15% of overall score)

Scholarship awards are given to the young woman who earns the top score in each category as well as to second alternate, first alternate and, of course, the winner of the title of the Distinguished Young Woman of New Hampshire. Many in-kind college scholarships are also made available simply by entering and participating in this program! By earning the title of the Distinguished Young Woman of New Hampshire, this young women also earns the right to compete at the national level representing the Granite State at the Distinguished Young Women of America scholarship competition. There she will compete for cash and in-kind scholarships as well as meet 49 other Distinguished Young Women while having the experience of a lifetime. Distinguished Young Women finals are held down in Mobile, Alabama where the program was founded. Filled with a rich history, the 50 Distinguished Young Women spend 2 weeks making appearances, practicing routines, and making unforgettable memories which culminates in 3 days of competition where the new Distinguished Young Women is chosen!

09/30/2026

Class of 2027 - You're invited! Come learn more about this amazing program and find out how can participate!

Check out our event page for the virtual link and see you on October 18th!

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08/29/2026

08/06/2026

Attention young women in the class of 2027!

As you head back to school this month for your SENIOR year, be sure to check out the Distinguished Young Woman Program. It's a one day commitment for our state showcase in January with the potential for many life changing opportunities and connections. We're constantly adding college and university to our list of college-granted scholarship partners along side cash scholarships that can be used at any college or university.

As you start your college planning, be sure to check us out!

07/06/2026

The national experience is unlike any other! Check out a glimpse of just SOME of the events and activities our state representative gets to experience during the opportunity of a lifetime down in Mobile, Alabama. From historic sites, women in leadership events, mentoring opportunities, a day of service, making friends from across the country, and fun onstage programs - it's a jam packed time!

And it all starts at our state program in January. We are now accepting applications to find our next Distinguished Young Woman of New Hampshire 2027. Do you know a young lady who will be a senior in high school this fall? If so, send her our way and have her check us out at the website below:

https://www.distinguishedyw.org/

07/05/2026

One week ago, Quinn Manning's incredible journey at the Distinguished Young Women National Finals came to a close, and we're still so proud of everything she accomplished while representing New Hampshire on the national stage!

For two weeks, Quinn exemplified what it means to Be Your Best Self—demonstrating confidence and grace every step of the way. She represented our state with integrity, embraced adventure, built friendships, and made memories that will last a lifetime!

Congratulations, Quinn, on an unforgettable national experience! Thank you for representing Distinguished Young Women of New Hampshire so beautifully. Your hard work, dedication, and authenticity inspire us every day, and we couldn't be more proud to have had you as our 2026 Distinguished Young Woman of New Hampshire.

The Granite State is so proud of you and we can't wait to see what you do as you embark on your next adventure at the University of Tennessee this fall!

06/30/2026

How are you going to pay for college? DYW offers winners AND participants scholarships at our partner colleges.

06/27/2026

GO QUINN!

06/26/2026

Go Quinn! Last night, Quinn shined in Self Expression and Fitness. Tonight she takes on talent!

Can't be in Mobile to cheer her on? Be sure to check out the livestream!

Show starts at 8pm Eastern/7pm Central!

https://www.distinguishedyw.org/live-stream

06/25/2026

It's time! Today Quinn participates in Interview this morning along with Self Expression & Fitness this evening during the 1st Preliminary!

Can't be in Mobile to cheer her on? Be sure to check out the livestream!

Show starts at 8pm Eastern/7pm Central!

https://www.distinguishedyw.org/live-stream

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PO BOX 3454
Nashua, NH
03060

Website

https://www.distinguishedyw.org/

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