NSCS Mission

NSCS exists to recognize and elevate high-achievers.
- NSCS Mission Statement

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars’ emblem embodies our mission.

You can see it in the symbols (an open book with a torch rising from its pages, capped with three stars and surrounded by a laurel) and its colors (crimson and gold).

The Book symbolizes the endless pursuit of knowledge.

The Torch represents the ability of each of us to serve as a guiding light for others and of education to serve as a beacon, eradicating ignorance.

The Stars manifest the three pillars upon which the society is built: scholarship, leadership, and service.

The Laurel is an ancient symbol of distinction and serves to remind members that they are a part of a long and noble tradition of distinguished leaders.

Crimson was used in heraldry to represent boldness and enthusiasm, both of which describe the confident and engaged NSCS member.

Gold evokes the precious metal of the same name, representing the value our members bring to what they do.