Join Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Membership Requirements
Membership in Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society affords you eligibility for $32 million in transfer scholarships exclusively for members. Visit ptk.org for more information, or visit the Center for Student Experience and Engagement in Building B, Room B173, for a brochure.
Membership Requirements
To become a standard member of the Rho Kappa Chapter, you must achieve the following:
- A cumulative grade point average of 3.25 (maintenance GPA is 3.0)
- Have completed 12 college-level credit hours of the degree or certificate coursework at ECC
- Pick up a membership application from the Office of Student Life, B173
- Attend a new member orientation session
- Pay the one-time membership fee of $99*
Membership dues are non-refundable.
Membership fee payments are made to Student Accounts in Building B, Room B151. $4 of each membership fee will be used towards a Rho Kappa Transfer Scholarship. All inducted members are eligible to apply.
Membership Status
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Provisional
These members have not completed 12 college-level credit hours and/or have not demonstrated a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25. These members will be inducted once those requirements are met. Provisional members are encouraged to participate in chapter activities and may work towards fulfilling requirements for the membership status they wish to obtain.
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Standard
These members have met the minimum requirements for membership. They are not expected to participate in any society activities after they have been inducted but will be encouraged to do so. They will receive a membership certificate, card, and pin; the Phi Theta Kappa stamp on their transcripts and diploma; and are entitled to wear the gold stole and tassel at graduation at an additional charge.
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Enhanced*
In addition to the above, these members have committed to actively participating in chapter activities. Your benefits include the same as the standard membership and may include the following:
- free gold tassel and stole if you participate in the graduation ceremony
- eligibility to apply for travel subsidies to conventions
- hold leadership positions
- increased competitiveness for scholarships
Specific details related to the enhanced membership program will be explained at a new member orientation.
PTK Upcoming Events
Learn more about Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society upcoming events and activities.
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Student Experience and Engagement Center
Building B, Room B173
847-214-7370
Fax: 847-214-7352
studentlife@elgin.edu
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