Membership FAQs

 

My membership document/pin has been lost/damaged. How do I get a replacement?

Please contact the main office via standard mail for a complimentary replacement document or pin. Print a mailing envelope, size 10

 

My membership document contains an error. What do I do?

Please contact the main office via standard mail for a prompt correction. Print a mailing envelope, size 10

 

I have not received my documents and it has been over 6 weeks, what should I do?

1. Check here Undeliverable Membership Packets

2. Please contact the main office via standard mail providing your complete and up-to-date mailing address. Print a mailing envelope, size 10

 

If I am a member, does it mean I am part of the Honors College at my university?

No. Membership in The National Scholars Honor Society, or any other honor society, is awarded independently of a college or university's Honors College program.

 

If I am a member, does it mean I am graduating Magna Cum Laude?

No. Membership in The National Scholars Honor Society, or any other honor society, is awarded independently of a college or university's degree, and does not equate to any school's degree designations, and likewise, receiving Latin honors from your school does not guarantee membership in this honor society. The two are independent: neither mutually exclusive nor commensurate. More information on Latin Honors

 

I am already a member, but received another invitation in the mail. Why?

Please disregard any duplicate mailings that are received in error. The eligible students list that we receive occasionally contains redundant listings. We apologize for any inconvenience.

 

Will the honor society write me a letter of recommendation?

No. The National Scholars Honor Society does not issue letters of recommendation.

 

Will the honor society give me a press release for my newspaper?

No. The National Scholars Honor Society does not issue press releases.

 

Does the honor society sponsor induction ceremonies?

No. The National Scholars Honor Society does not sponsor induction ceremonies.

 

Does the honor society sell honors cords?

No. The National Scholars Honor Society does not sell honors cords.