[1][2] It also cultivates the next generation scientific researchers and explorers in the United States.

[1] The society is run by teachers, scientists, and business people who volunteer their time.

[3] Members participate in a service project and attend guest lectures.

[6][3] As of 2023, the Science National Honor Society has 1071 active chapters across the United States.

[7] Membership is open to students in their sophomore, junior, or senior year of high school who have taken at least two honors science classes.