How many students get NSHSS?

Students join NSHSS while they are in high school, and their membership continues throughout their lifetime. Since NSHSS was founded in 2002, there are more than 2 million scholars from 170 countries that make up the current membership.

Is it hard to get into the NSHSS?

Members must be a student in high school and must meet ANY ONE of the criteria below: 3.5 Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale) or higher (or equivalent such as 88 on a 100-point scale) 1280 SAT score or higher. 1150 PSAT score or higher.

Is the NSHSS a big deal?

Response: NSHSS is a legitimate honor society that has existed since 2002. James Lewis and Claes Nobel, a member of the Nobel Prize family, established the society so that Mr. Claes Nobel could continue his family's legacy in his own way by recognizing the brilliant young minds that would lead the world in the future.

How competitive are NSHSS scholarships?

NSHSS scholarships are renowned for their competitive nature and the caliber of students they attract. These scholarships are open to high school students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance, leadership skills, and a commitment to community service.

Why did I get chosen for NSHSS?

NSHSS recognizes excellence.

In fact, in order to gain membership, students must meet any one of the following criteria, demonstrating their commitment to academics: 3.5 Cumulative GPA (4.0 scale) or higher (or equivalent, such as 88 on a 100-point scale) 1280+ SAT score. 1150+ PSAT score.

Does everyone get into Nshss?

Is joining the NSHSS worth it?

We also connect students with a community of other high achieving students like them. Joining NSHSS is worth it because the opportunities and benefits we provide allow students to explore and gain the essential skills, recognition, and support needed to be successful now and in the future.

Should I join NHS or NSHSS?

We ultimately do not believe that the NSHSS is a good investment of your money. Further, there is no college admissions-related benefit to joining. We do suggest joining your local NHS chapter, but more for the community service component than any admissions-related edge.

What GPA do you need for NSHSS?

Members must be a student in high school and must meet ANY ONE of the criteria below: 3.5 Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale) or higher (or equivalent such as 88 on a 100-point scale) 1280 SAT score or higher. 1150 PSAT score or higher.

Is NSHSS an award or honor?

NSHSS, or the National Society of High School Scholars, is a distinguished academic honor society, committed to recognizing and serving the highest-achieving student scholars in more than 26,000 high schools across 170 countries. Criteria for membership is based on academic performance and is the highest among national ...

What is the hardest scholarship to get?

Rhodes Scholarship - The Rhodes Scholarship was instituted in 1902 to sponsor brilliant academic students in their various fields. Fulbright Scholarship - The Fullbright scholarship was established to honor a past senator of Arkansas, Senator J. Williams.

Do colleges care about NSHSS?

While it's true that some universities and employers may not prioritize NSHSS membership as a significant achievement, being part of this organization can still serve as a valuable recognition of academic excellence and a means to connect with other high-achieving students.

Can I wear my NSHSS cord at graduation?

Congratulations on your acceptance to the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). Yes, NSHSS does offer honor cords for members to wear during graduation ceremonies. By wearing this honor cord, you can proudly showcase your academic achievements.

Is the NSHSS a legitimate society?

The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) is a legitimate organization that was co-founded in 2002 by Mr. Claes Nobel, a member of the Nobel Prize family.

How does NSHSS select students?

NSHSS recognizes young scholars who have demonstrated excellence through their academic achievements based on objective criteria, including grades and test scores.

What is the best National Honor Society to join?

Phi Beta Kappa is the nation's oldest and most prestigious honor society.

Can I join both NHS and NSHSS?

Many students choose to join both organizations, and we believe this is also a valid choice. If you decide you want more information about becoming a member of NSHSS, just contact us.

Are NSHSS scholarships real?

NSHSS is actually a legitimate business, but you should never have to pay to be able to apply for scholarships. Also, all levels of students get invited (also pets! Yes, pets who live in your house) so the “honor” part is very misleading and not true at all. Pretty much anyone who wants to pay the fee becomes a member.

What GPA do you need for graduation cords?

A GPA of at least 3.9 earns the honor of summa cum laude (meaning, with highest honors), a GPA of at least 3.7 and less than 3.9 earns magna cum laude (with high honors), and a GPA of at least 3.5 and less than 3.7 earns cum laude (with honors).

What does the pink cord mean at graduation?

Through often associated with excellence in the fine arts, the pink honor cord may also represent academic honors in medicine, mathematics, and chemistry. Pink graduation ropes are also used by several academic honor societies, including the Music Honor Society.

Should I put NSHSS on my common app?

College admissions officers recognize that NSHSS members are high-achieving scholars with a drive to succeed, so if you're asking yourself “Is NSHSS good for college applications?” the answer is yes.

What race is most likely to get a scholarship?

White students are more likely to get scholarships than minority students. But the percentages are reasonably balanced compared to where they used to be. The chances of a white student getting a scholarship are 14.2%, while the chances for minority students are 11.2%.

What is the 5 strong scholarship?

5 Strong: Closing the Racial Wealth Gap One Cohort at a Time! 5 Strong gives scholars the support they need to succeed at HBCUs. 5 Strong is about the potential, the genius, the leadership of our young people. Together, we can make students' lives better, make their colleges better, and make our country better.

How rare is a full scholarship?

Full-ride scholarships are awarded to only about 0.1% of students (Wignall, 2021). Nearly just as rare are full-tuition scholarships, which are awarded to only 1.5% of students (ThinkImpact, 2021).

What happens if you get too many scholarships?

It is indeed possible to keep leftovers of a scholarship award, although the circumstances under which students have leftover scholarship funds are extremely rare. Usually, students do not get to keep leftover scholarship funds, but sometimes your school will send you a refund check with the leftover money.