Phi Theta Kappa
"The mission of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize academic achievement of college students and to provide opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders."
For more than 100 years, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society has helped millions of high-achieving college students reach their full potential. We don't just recognize their academic success; we give them opportunities to develop professional and leadership skills, earn scholarships, explore career paths - and make their worlds a lot bigger.
Eligibility for Membership
Membership is by invitation. To be eligible for membership for Phi Theta Kappa at South State Community College you must:
- Complete at least 12 semester credit hours of coursework that may be applied to an associate degree (part-time students are eligible!)
- Have a grade point average of 3.5
- Adhere to the standards of the society
If you meet the criteria above you will be sent an email during spring term inviting you to join Phi Theta Kappa. You must accept membership before the set deadline or wait until the next enrollment period.
Congratulations on your academic achievement and receiving an invitation to PTK! This is a great time to become part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of students, for SSCC, and in our community. For a full list of benefits, visit www.ptk.org.
Congratulations on your decision to become a SSCC Patriot! This is a great time to become part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of students, for SSCC, and in our community. For the past 35 years SSCC recognizes the academic achievements of students by being part of the largest, scholarship rich, international honor society for community colleges - Phi Theta Kappa (PTK).
Make your first semester count to receive the full benefits of PTK!! The benefits of this organization are available to you after completion of 12 credit hours and achieving a 3.5 cumulative GPA. For a full list of benefits, visit www.ptk.org.
Congratulations on your student's achievement and receiving an invitation to PTK! This is a great time to become part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of students, for SSCC, and in our community. For a full list of benefits, visit www.ptk.org.
Congratulations on your student's decision to become a SSCC Patriot! This is a great time to become part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of students, for SSCC, and in our community. For the past 35 years SSCC recognizes the academic achievements of students by being part of the largest, scholarship-rich, international honor society for community colleges - Phi Theta Kappa (PTK).
Make your first semester count to receive the full benefits of PTK!! The benefits of this organization are available to you after completion of 12 credit hours and achieving a 3.5 cumulative GPA. For a full list of benefits, visit www.ptk.org.
Membership Benefits
Phi Theta Kappa offers a lot of benefits for students:
- Members of Phi Theta Kappa may apply for more than $37 million in transfer scholarships through PTK Connect, provided exclusively to Society members by more than 600 senior institutions.
- FREE enrollment in The Transfer Database, used by hundreds of senior colleges and universities to recruit Phi Theta Kappa transfer students.
- Eligible for Southern State Community College transition student scholarships and Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships.
- All USA Academic Team.
- All members of Phi Theta Kappa receive the prestigious Golden Key Membership Pin, Certificate of Membership, wallet-size Identification Card.
- Members of Phi Theta Kappa may affix the Society’s Gold Diploma Seal, denoting Society membership, to their two-year college diploma.
- Members of Phi Theta Kappa may have their membership in the international honor society noted on their transcript, contingent on their college’s policy.
- Members of Phi Theta Kappa may wear the Society’s golden monogrammed Honors Stole and Tassel at college commencement exercises (Purchase Here).
- Letter of recommendation sent to a college admissions counselor or scholarship official.
- Letter of recommendation sent to a potential employer.
- Members may connect to find cutting-edge services, programs and resources selected especially to meet their needs. The benefits, available to members free of charge, include special offers from Phi Theta Kappa partners and a press release announcing your membership sent electronically to a newspaper of your choice.
- The Certificate of Membership and Membership Identification Card are included in your Benefit Packet or presented at your Induction Ceremony. If you were unable to attend your Induction Ceremony, contact your chapter advisor to receive your Membership Certificate and Identification Card. If you have further questions about your Membership Benefits, contact Membership Services, 601.984.3504 x3554.
- Civil Service Jobs Benefit Members applying for GS5 federal jobs and who completed a baccalaureate degree with superior academic achievement, as defined by the Federal Office of Personnel Management, would be upgraded to a GS7 classification, meaning an increase in starting salary over the GS5 grade. GS5 federal jobs are entry-level jobs requiring completion of a baccalaureate degree or four years of study beyond high school.
Scholarships
Granted by the Board of Trustees of Southern State to members of Southern State's Alpha Omicron Eta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa. Requirements: must be a current SSCC student and PTK Member who is actively engaged in the Alpha Omicron Eta chapter, and must contributes to personal and chapter growth in at least one of the PTK Hallmark Pillars of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and or Fellowship.
Welcome to PTK Connect, your free online search tool for transfer scholarships, colleges, and career pathways. Customize your world and broaden your horizons. Get started at https://www.ptk.org/programs/ptk-connect/
Connect with Scholarships
Research and compare scholarships to find the perfect scholarship just for you. Find a college willing to invest in you and increase the affordability of your transfer journey.
Connect with Colleges
Organize your transfer search by choosing your favorite colleges. Evaluate transfer-friendliness ratings, compare college profiles, and discover scholarship opportunities to inform your decisions.
Connect with Career Pathways
Plan for your career in reverse. Investigate which academic majors align with your career interests while exploring salary averages and job availability in your chosen field.
Visit University Partner Scholarships for PTK Members for additional scholarships offered exclusively for PTK members by our four-year college partners.
Nearly $1 million in competitive scholarships are offered through PTK's Foundation to support students to complete a degree.
PTK's Scholarship Application is open year-round with two deadlines. The application is available at https://www.ptk.org/scholarships/
Spring Programs: Leaders of Promise, Oberndorf, IPSLEI, & Workforce Development Scholarships
Fall Programs: All-USA, New Century, Coca-Cola Academic Team, Guistwhite, Hites, Oberndorf, TEK, Workforce Development, & GEICO Scholarships
Log in to your application at the beginning of each semester to update your eligibility quiz and see if you are eligible for scholarships.
Scholarship
Scholarship is the first Hallmark of Phi Theta Kappa. Phi Theta Kappa celebrates and promotes academic excellence and this is its core mission.
Leadership
Leadership is the second Hallmark of Phi Theta Kappa. Phi Theta Kappa offers many opportunities for members to develop leadership skills.
Service
Service is the third Hallmark of Phi Theta Kappa. Performing service in the college or community helps members develop leadership skills and makes their college or community a better place.
Fellowship
Fellowship is the fourth Hallmark of Phi Theta Kappa. Fellowship helps the other three Hallmarks function more smoothly.
