Are premium participation levels required to be an Honor Society® member?

No. Premium participation levels are not required to be an Honor Society® member.

Honor Society® membership is free. All members begin with free Basic membership, and no payment is required to join or remain a member.

Premium participation levels are optional.

Definition

Premium participation levels are optional paid enhancements.
They add tools, services, benefits, or recognition but do not create membership, replace free membership, or determine membership status.

Membership and participation levels are separate.

What are premium participation levels?

Premium participation levels include optional paid levels such as:

• Bronze

• Silver

• Gold

• Signature

These levels allow members to choose how deeply they want to participate. They are not required for membership.

Do I need a premium participation level to join Honor Society?

No.

You can join Honor Society as a Basic (free) member without selecting any paid participation level.

Basic members are full Honor Society® members.

Do premium participation levels affect membership status?

No.

Premium participation levels:

• Do not create membership

• Do not replace Basic membership

• Do not affect how long membership lasts

Membership exists independently of participation levels.

What happens if I never choose a premium participation level?

Nothing changes.

You remain a full Honor Society® member and continue to receive communications and opportunities available to Basic members. There is no obligation to upgrade and no deadline to decide.

Many members remain Basic members indefinitely.

Can I upgrade to a premium participation level later?

Yes.

Members may choose to upgrade later, often when reaching milestones such as applying for scholarships, preparing for graduation, or updating resumes or professional profiles.

Upgrading later is normal and expected.

What happens if I cancel a premium participation level?

If you cancel or downgrade a premium participation level:

• Paid benefits continue through the end of the billing period

• Your account returns to Basic (free) membership (or another selected level)

• Your Honor Society membership remains active

Canceling a paid level does not cancel membership.

Do premium participation levels affect scholarships or eligibility?

Premium participation levels do not determine membership status.

Eligibility for specific programs or scholarships is based on each program’s stated criteria. Participation levels do not guarantee selection or awards.

Why does Honor Society offer premium participation levels?

Honor Society offers premium participation levels to provide choice and flexibility.

This approach allows members to:

• Join for free without financial pressure

• Decide later whether optional enhancements are useful

• Participate at a level that fits their goals and circumstances

Quick answers

• Are premium participation levels required to be a member? No.

• Do I have to pay to join Honor Society? No.

• Can I stay a member without upgrading? Yes.

• If I cancel a paid level, do I stay a member? Yes.