<p>Should I send an update to my colleges that I applied to if I found out that I'm a National Merit Finalist?</p>
<p>No, not if you told them that you were a semi-finalist. Almost all semi-finalists become finalists so the college will likely assume that you are one. However, if it will make you feel better, let the colleges know.</p>
<p>Also depends on the college. If super selective they won’t be impressed.</p>
<p>Ok, thanks!</p>