Hey everyone, I got accepted into the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), but I see that there's a membership fee. Can someone tell me how much it costs and if it's worth the investment? Thanks!
Hey! Congratulations on getting accepted into the NSHSS. The membership fee for NSHSS is typically around $75. But before you decide whether or not to join, it's important to consider whether this organization will truly be a valuable addition to your college application.
NSHSS is considered a fairly common activity and is not highly selective. Colleges are more impressed by activities that demonstrate outstanding leadership, accomplishments, or impact. Therefore, NSHSS might not have a significant impact on your application, and investing your time and money in this organization might not be as beneficial as focusing on other extracurricular activities.
That being said, if the resources and opportunities provided by NSHSS, like networking events, scholarships, or access to conferences, are appealing to you and you think they will help you grow personally or academically, you might still benefit from joining. Just remember that it's essential to prioritize your more distinctive and impactful extracurriculars so your application stands out to college admissions committees.
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