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    Business ProfileforThe National Society Of Collegiate Scholars

    Associations
    BBB accredited business

    Additional business information

    Additional Info:
    According to information provided by the organization, it is a non-profit, honor society for first and second year college students that had been founded in 1994 at George Washington University. The organization states that it recognizes academic achievement and fosters leadership development and community service among its members. Membership is by invitation at chapters located at academic institutions, and requires a one-time lifetime fee membership fee for Classic Membership $97.

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    4.56/5stars

    Average of 9 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    3 complaints closed in last 3 years

    1 complaints closed in last 12 months

    BBB Rating & Accreditation

    Accredited Since: 3/1/2002

    Years in Business: 30

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    Overview of BBB Rating

    Overview

    ­­­­­The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is an honors organization that provides career and graduate school connections, leadership and service experiences, practical and skills-based content, access to discounts and savings, and scholarships, chapter funds and awards annually.

    Business Details

    Location of This Business
    2000 M St NW Ste 480G, Washington, DC 20036-3307
    BBB File Opened:
    3/31/1999
    Years in Business:
    30
    Business Started:
    4/24/1994
    Business Started Locally:
    3/14/1998
    Accredited Since:
    3/1/2002
    Alternate Business Name
    • NSCS
    Business Management
    • Mr. Stephen Loflin, CEO/ Founder
    • Mr. Scott Mobley, Executive Director
    Contact Information

    Principal

    • Mr. Stephen Loflin, CEO/ Founder
    • Mr. Scott Mobley, Executive Director
    Additional Contact Information

    Fax Numbers

    • (202) 265-9200
      Primary Fax

    Email Addresses

    Customer Complaints

    3 Customer Complaints

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    Most Recent Customer Complaint

    06/17/2022

    Complaint Type:
    Product Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    On May 24, 2022 I received three communications from the National Society of Scholastic Scholars (NSCS) 1) An email from Ms. Courtney P******* falsely alleging the National office was reaching out to me “again” (I had never been contacted about community concerns) about my aggressive interactions thru email correspondence & on the Scholar Central Community Portal, and the email further alleged that I had posted an exclusive membership benefit and promotional codes on ******** for the public to utilize. In my own defense, I posted information about a membership benefit on “private” member only ******** pages, with a link to the membership discount benefit page…additional, anyone reading the post would have to have been granted access to the ******** page by Administrators approved by the NSCS National Office; and would only be able to actually access the benefit page by logging in with their personal membership password. 2) A second email received on the same day from the NSCS National Office (No signature) advised that I would no longer have access to the Scholar Central portal; my profile was being removed, and to contact the National Office if I had questions. 3) The final emails were from the National Office from Mr. Evan W********* cc Liz A****** & Courtney P******* advising me that my “lifetime membership” was being terminated (without due process), apparently his decision due to me allegedly repeatedly violating member guidelines by allegedly providing false, inaccurate, or members-only information to non-members. Furthermore, Mr. W********* reasoned that my membership never should have been approved because I am a Graduate student & they only admit undergrads. Again please note the National Office has monitors on the portal continuously 24/7, no one at anytime has ever advised me that any of my daily posts were inappropriate - in fact I had been rewarded a “golden shield” as acknowledgment of frequent & interesting posts. See details in docs atch
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    Customer Reviews

    9 Customer Reviews

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    Most Recent Customer Review

    Samantha P.

    5 stars

    11/16/2022

    I joined NSCS in March of 2022. Since joining, I've found value in both the networking & scholarship opportunities alone. My local chapter also recruited me to serve on the social media team where I have had the opportunity to continue building my portfolio of work while making a positive impact as an NSCS member. I'm so thankful that I said "yes" to the opportunity to join, meet new people, and grow as a leader and individual. The fee that I paid to be able to be a part of this group of scholars has absolutely been worth the investment!

    The National Society Of Collegiate Scholars Response

    11/16/2022

    Samantha thank you for taking the time to post a review of your experience with NSCS. We are very glad you are seeing value and making the most of your membership. Your feedback will help prospective members decide if NSCS might be the right fit for them too. Best of luck in your future endeavors.

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