what's NSHSS

Applying to College
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<p>I've received a mail from the National Society of High School Scholars. It's inviting me to join the society and there's a $45 fee. I know it's not a scam.. has any of you ever received a similar letter? - did you join?. if you are a member, could you let me know whatever you know about nshss.
in the letter i read "as you prepare your university applications, you may list your selection and membership in the society as one of your significant accomplishments."</p>

<p>is that true?
what are your suggestions, shall i join?</p>

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<p>There is a previous thread on the topic here-</p>

<p><a href="http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/showthread.php?t=39063%5B/url%5D"&gt;http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/showthread.php?t=39063&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p>

<p>The consesus there seems to be it is a semi-scam/not really worth it.</p>

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<p>Rule of Thumb: Any society or organisation that is asking you for money is as good as the money ($45) you will be paying.</p>

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<p>It's useless.</p>