A: Contrary to popular belief, a 3.5 GPA does not guarantee eligibility. Membership into CSF requires a certain number of points that are determined by the courses a student takes and the grades earned in the previous semester. A copy of last semester’s report card needs to be attached to the completed application form, and points will be totaled. As eligibility is based on the previous semester’s grades, freshmen are not eligible to apply until the spring. Members must fill out an application and also must complete the necessary volunteer hours during that semester. This is a two-step process and the only way a student is an active member is if they apply and complete the volunteer hours/points each semester.