Eligibility

One of the purposes of Phi Beta Kappa is to honor students who have achieved distinction in the liberal arts and sciences.  No more than 10% of graduates may be elected to membership, and these must have satisfied the ambitious requirements of a broad liberal arts curriculum.

No application is required to be considered for Phi Beta Kappa; membership is by invitation only.  If you meet the minimum standards, your name will be forwarded to the membership automatically for election.

To accept your invitation to membership, follow the instructions in the invitation letter to register at pbk.org before the end of July. The initiation ceremony, held during Student Achievement Week in June, is one of the highlights of the year in the chapter.  Attendance at the ceremony is not required but is encouraged.