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The National Society of Collegiate Scholars is an honors organization recognizing outstanding academic achievement among first and second year college students and encouraging members to develop leadership skills through community service.

The Society was founded in 1994 at The George Washington University in Washington, DC. NSCS has active chapters on over 145 college and university campuses across the United States. Chapters are involved in service to their campus and local communities as well as scholastic and social activities.

NSCS members are also eligible to participate in a variety of activities sponsored by the Society. Scholarships and awards, leadership development activities, service programs, community building and information sharing are the focus of activities organized nationally.

Our Mission:

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars was established on the principle that with scholarship comes a responsibility to obtain leadership and a duty to perform service. To this end, the Society:

• Recognizes and celebrates high achievement among first- and second-year college students in all academic disciplines.
• Encourages and promotes high standards throughout the collegiate experience.
• Provides opportunities for personal growth and leadership development.
• Organizes and encourages community service.
• Fosters an overall appreciation for the value of higher education.