Is National Honor Society considered a national level recognition?

I've been told that national recognition can make a difference in the college admissions game. Does NHS count as this sort of recognition?

Hello there! Congrats on your achievement with the National Honor Society (NHS). While NHS is indeed a national organization, its recognition is not typically considered 'national level' in the context of college admissions. National level recognitions often refer to accomplishments that are unique or rare, such as placing in a national science competition or winning a national art award. NHS membership is quite common across high schools in the United States. However, being part of NHS is still a positive extracurricular involvement that shows your commitment to academics, community service, leadership, and character. It's a valuable part of your application, just not in the same tier as winning a national competition. Keep up the good work and make sure to highlight what unique contributions you've made within your NHS chapter!