Fall 2009
General
Membership Meetings
Tuesday's
Room 9202, 1:30-2:30pm
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is
Phi Theta Kappa?
A:
Phi Theta Kappa is an International Honor Society for two-year
colleges.
Q: Can I join Phi Theta Kappa right out of high school?
A: Yes, you would join as a
Provisional Member if your cumulative G.P.A. is 3.5 or
higher or your SAT scores were 1100 or higher.
Q: Do I have to be a full-time student to join?
A: No, you can be a Member as a part-time student (5
credits) if you have completed 12 credit hours.
Q: What does my G.P.A. need to be to join Phi Theta Kappa?
A: To be an
Active Member, your G.P.A. must be 3.5 or higher. To be a
Provisional Member,
you must have a G.P.A. of 3.2 or higher.
Q: What if my G.P.A. drops?
A: If your G.P.A. drops below a 3.2, you will become a
Provisional Member on probation for one quarter. If your G.P.A.
does not rise to a 3.2 or higher in one quarter, your membership
will be terminated.
Q: Do I have to attend meetings and events in order to stay a
member?
A: No, you do not need to attend Meetings and
Events in order to remain a member, but it is encouraged.
Q: What if I cannot afford the $60 membership fee?
A: A scholarship may be available to members who are in need
of financial assistance. Please see the
Membership Page for further details.
Q: How will being a member of Phi Theta Kappa benefit me?
A: There are many Benefits to being a member. They include
Scholarships and Letters of Recommendation to universities,
graduate schools and prospective employers.
Q: Are the dues annual/yearly?
A: No, the dues are a one-time fee.
Q: Is Phi Theta Kappa the same as Phi Beta Kappa and will
being a member of Phi Theta Kappa help me in joining Phi Beta
Kappa?
A: Phi Theta Kappa is for two-year colleges.
Phi Beta Kappa is an honor society for four-year colleges
and universities and they are sister organizations. As a member
of Phi Theta Kappa, it may be helpful in joining Phi Beta Kappa
depending on the particular institution’s requirements.
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