National Society of HS Scholars

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My DS has been invited to join the National Society of High School Scholars for a one time ($75) fee. Is this something advantageous for his USAFA application?
 
There was just a recent thread on this, and the consensus was “no.” It was seen as a money grab, with invitations sent out indiscriminately. Your candidate should focus on what USAFA.edu tells him they are looking for.
 
Here’s the thread in USNA forum. Search function worked like a charm.

National Society of High School Scholars (Not to be confused with NHS)

Hello. I just received an invitation to be a member of the National Honors Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), but I am not sure whether or not I should join. I read some articles online of people saying that it's not worth it to join and it counts for nothing on your resume. For those...
www.serviceacademyforums.com
 
+1 @Capt MJ
No award is worth while if the parents have to shell out money for it.

The parents of a competitive SA candidate will be inundated with similar offers all out to make a fast buck.

Ignore them. Your DS will have plenty of free recognition bestowed through legit activities.
 
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