Membership with Pride!

Introduction to Phi Theta Kappa

For students who qualify scholastically, enjoy good fellowship, appreciate the value of leadership and are committed to service, Phi Theta Kappa is a treasured ticket to success.
When you visit the Phi Theta Kappa website (www.ptk.org), you will see much of the vitality and flavor of the organization. Recapture the energy and excitement of Phi Theta Kappa’s International Convention! Video highlights of three action-packed days – more highlights than ever before. Take a look for yourself at events, scholarship opportunities, chapter news, programs and services available to members. If you want to sample the offerings but are not a member, you can check out the website and, when required, sign in as a guest.

Eligibility

To be eligible for membership:
•You must be enrolled in an accredited institution offering an associate degree program.
•You must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework that may be applied to an associate degree (part-time students may be eligible).*
•You must have a grade point average of 3.5.
•You must receive an invitation to membership from the chapter at the college where presently enrolled.
•You must adhere to the moral standards of the society.
What are the benefits of joining?
•Membership recognizes your academic success
•Phi Theta Kappa Golden Key Membership Pin
•Phi Theta Kappa Membership Certificate and ID Card
•Recognition during college induction ceremony
•Official seal of Phi Theta Kappa placed on your college diploma*
•Notation of membership on your college transcript*
•Recognition by wearing Phi Theta Kappa commencement regalia during college graduation and other official ceremonies*
•Membership empowers you with a competitive edge
•$37 million in scholarship opportunities for members only
•FREE enrollment in PTK Connect, a transfer and college completion planning tool
•Opportunity to be published in Phi Theta Kappa’s anthology, Nota Bene
•Opportunities to develop research and servant leadership skills by participating in Honors in Action programming in local chapter
•Opportunity to become part of a network of nearly 3 million fellow scholars and servant leaders on more than 1,285 campuses worldwide
•Personalized letters of recommendation for scholarships and employment
•Special benefits, financial offers, and member discount offers from Phi Theta Kappa Corporate Partners such as GEICO and Bank of America
* Contingent on college policy.

Transfer Scholarships

More than $37 million in transfer scholarship opportunities available to members.
Scholarships are administered by each senior institution. For details visit PTK Connect.

Dues

There is a one-time membership fee. For CAC students, the total is $70, which includes regional and national dues.
You can find information regarding our chapter on our website at:  www.centralaz.edu/ptk or at www.ptk.org. Or, feel free to contact one of our advisors with questions.

Provisional Membership- Students can become provisional members if they have not met the requirements for official membership. You just cannot hold an officer position or attend the national convention.

You may find more information on the Phi Theta Kappa website at– PTK Provisional membership.

Early invitation matters- Article by Anna Maria Dennis, Phi Theta Kappa International VP Division IV.