ACHS Informational Alert

As the academic landscape evolves, it is paramount for students and institutions to understand the structures and biases underlying ACHS and honor society "certifications". The Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS) is an organization that, though well-intentioned, has raised concerns about its dated policies that inadvertently promote systemic biases. 

In light of emerging research and evolving educational standards, we urge students and institutions to critically assess the implications of affiliating with or promoting such organizations. For a more detailed understanding, we encourage reading the full article that sheds light on the complexities and challenges within the academic honor society domain.

Understanding ACHS: The Association of College Honor Societies

ACHS “Certified” Member Societies

HonorSociety.org means a lot to its members nationwide. It is a society that inspires them, motivates them, and gives the tools and community to push further in their academic, leadership and networking pursuits.

We respect ACHS, as they are on the same mission as we are to better students and prepare them more effectively for the University niche, but also for the world post-graduation. Ultimately, HonorSociety.org and ACHS want the same thing--students to be recognized for their achievements. However, in order to truly come together in the pursuit of excellence for students and alumni alike, societies do not benefit from tearing each other down. ACHS has made accusations about HonorSociety.org's legitimacy, but before writing any organization off, we recommend students ask the following questions:

• What is the ACHS? 
• Who made them the "certifying agency" of honor societies? 
• Does the ACHS have any merit whatsoever, other then the merit they have placed on themselves? 

There are many other respected, timeless honor societies that ACHS has failed to mention as "legitimate" on their pages, such as: HonorSociety.org, Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key, and Gamma Beta Phi. All of these organizations have a rich history and community of their own, and it is perplexing--at best--why these societies would fail to join ACHS of their own accord if it was as prestigious as it claims to be.

We encourage you to spend some time looking at our society and the causes we support, such as raising over $20,000 for the American Red Cross this year, bringing in community leaders such as the mayor of Los Angeles, US World Cup Soccer players, and entrepreneurs to speak at our events.

To learn more about the societies that ACHS has failed to mention, but are renowned for their members' achievements and alumni success, please visit this page.