Your key to a world of opportunities
Phi Theta Kappa's nonprofit mission is to recognize and promote student academic achievement. PTK provides opportunities to cultivate professional and leadership skills, secure scholarships, explore diverse career paths, and build a network of supportive peers and trusted advisors that last a lifetime.
Unlock Your Full Potential with Phi Theta Kappa
Member Benefits
Gain access to professional development and leadership courses, live webinars that address real-time opportunities and challenges, exclusive partner benefits and discounts, and PTK Connect—a powerful tool for college transfer and scholarship searches. PTK membership provides a wide range of benefits designed to support your educational, professional, and personal growth. Think of it like a gym membership—but for your future!
Scholarships
We are the nation's leading provider of scholarships for community college students. Click below to learn how our scholarships work, how to create a strong application, and how to apply for PTK member-only scholarships. Your membership gives you access to scholarships while you're in community college, transfer scholarships for your next steps, and ones to help you prepare for your future career.
Professional & Personal Development
As a member, you have unlimited access to a wide range of courses designed to prepare you for transfer to a four-year college, enhance your career skills, and support personal growth. Topics include salary negotiation, time management, stress management, effective body language, workplace professionalism, and much more. It’s like having your own personal transfer and career coach.
Leadership
Developing strong leaders and providing diverse leadership opportunities are central to PTK’s mission. Our leadership programs offer members the chance to participate in workshops, courses, and hands-on experiences that deepen their understanding of effective leadership. PTK’s leadership development initiatives are designed to help you build confidence, improve communication, and cultivate teamwork—preparing you for success in college, your career, and beyond.
Community
PTK members join a vibrant and inclusive community of ambitious students, innovators, and changemakers, forming connections that enhance both personal and professional networks. Whether you're looking to find a study group, make new friends, participate in leadership opportunities, or engage in community service, PTK offers countless ways to get involved. Join a community where you'll grow, lead, and make an impact both on campus and beyond.
Events
Connect with your PTK community through exciting events at your local chapter, regional conferences, and our annual international convention, PTK Catalyst. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, travel to new places, or experience leadership and professional development opportunities, PTK events offer it all. Discover the activities, workshops, and travel experiences waiting for you, and start planning your next adventure today!
Unlock Your Potential
Phi Theta Kappa is more than just an honor society. While we celebrate academic achievement, our mission goes further—offering scholarships, leadership development, career preparation, and a supportive community.
Check out this video to explore one of our most popular benefits—scholarships.
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AI is rapidly advancing and PTK members are not going to be left behind! The PTK Edge courses have been updated to include sections on AI. Find the list on new topics below.
Healthcare Edge: AI in Healthcare: Real Support for Real Patient Care
Transfer Edge: Transfer Scholarships and ...Artificial Intelligence
Competitive Edge: Ethical AI Use and Effective Communication
Employment Edge: How to Win the Job Search Arms Race with AI as Your Partner
Research Edge: I Asked Chat GPT for Research Help- And it Lied to Me & AI Research Tools
https://www.ptk.org/benefits/professional-development-courses/
We cannot wait for Awareness Week. Find the days' themes below and get ready for a week of PTK pride, fellowship, and celebration!
Mission Monday: Why We Advocate🤝
Share the benefits of PTK membership and share your "why"
Toolbox Tuesday: Knowledge is ...Power🧠💡
Learn about scholarship opportunities for workforce and transfer students
Wired to Lead Wednesday: Leading with Purpose🫵
Celebrate leadership by shouting out leaders in your chapters and regions like chapter officers, advisors, regional coordinators and more
Take Charge Thursday: Action Through Service📢
Share ways you have taken action and advocated through PTK
Find Your People Friday: Stronger Together🫂
Share your favorite moments of PTK fellowship
Make sure to tag Phi Theta Kappa in all of your Awareness Week activity and use the hashtag #JoinPTK!💙💛
Elmira College has once again been named to the Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll! To build on this success, EC is finding new ways to remove barriers and make EC more affordable for transfer students to attend. #ElmiraProud #PTK
Read more: ...https://www.ptk.org/elmira-college-strengthens-commitment-to-phi-theta-kappa-students/
Today, we honor and remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and celebrate the brave individuals who helped in the aftermath.
🚨Webinar Alert🚨
College can feel overwhelming when you're trying to figure out where you belong and who can help you succeed. The "Your Campus Resource Roadmap - Unlocking Support Systems That Work" workshop is designed for students who want to discover and ...effectively use the support systems available right on campus. Explore how to navigate academic support services, counseling resources, career centers, financial aid offices, and student organizations. Learn practical strategies for connecting with faculty, staff, and peer support networks, plus how to advocate for yourself when you need help. Leave with a personalized action plan for accessing the resources that will help you thrive throughout your college journey - because knowing where to go and who to ask can make all the difference.
Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WQaEHWp3TI-AOwrBDaQObQ#/registration
Scholar Dash is right around the corner! We cannot wait to run, walk, and dash for student scholarships!
Congratulations to Angie Morgan who is currently the top fundraising individual and the Middle States Region who is still the reigning top fundraising team!🏆🌟
Sign up ...now: https://changelives.ptkfoundation.org/event/scholar-dash-2025/e663487
#PTKProud #ptk5k #scholardash2025
It's never too early to begin your search for the best transfer institution for you! Join us tomorrow at 3PM CT for our first fall transfer fair and meet with admissions experts from 40 colleges and universities!
Register now: ...https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pvBDoyWsTU2nre2COBC3cQ#/
We are excited to see our PTK members back on campus! What PTK event are you most excited for this semester?💙💛
Thinking about your next move after community college? Check out the Transfer Honor Roll 2025—these schools are dedicated to supporting transfer students just like you! #TransferSuccess #HigherEd
https://www.ptk.org/phi-theta-kappa-recognizes-251-colleges-for-exemplary-transfer-pathways/
We’re celebrating Labor Day and all your hard work that deserves recognition. Here’s to recharging, achieving balance, and returning stronger than ever!
💪 From overcoming an inconsistent home life and unexpected challenges, to maintaining a 3.96 GPA, Angel Solorio shows what grit and resilience can achieve. A Phi Theta Kappa member and UAGC Honors student, he gives back as a mentor while preparing for a bright career in marketing. 🌟
...Read more about his story: https://www.ptk.org/ptk-member-angel-solorio-pursues-degree-with-passion-and-purpose/
We see your Wildest Dreams becoming reality through PTK scholarships and opportunities.
Congratulations to THE Taylor Alison Swift and Travis Kelce on their Love Story!🧨❣️
Happy National Dog Day! Share your photos of your PTK Pups in the comments! To celebrate your pet in style you can also purchase PTK Pup bandanas and water bowls at store.ptk.org!! 🐾🐶💞
Scholarship Award letters just went out, and we are loving all of the celebratory posts. Keep your app open and make sure to apply before the December deadline!💫💫
sneak peak into the 25-26 IO photoshoot🔥🔥
📸: @koolwill
Any guesses what the PTK Events team was up to this weekend👀?
Put on your running (or walking) shoes and sign up for Scholar Dash 2025 to help raise money for students!👟
Congratulations to Zachary Brengle who is currently the top fundraising individual and the Middle States Region who is currently the top fundraising team!🏆🌟
Sign ...up now: https://changelives.ptkfoundation.org/event/scholar-dash-2025/e663487
#PTKProud #ptk5k #scholardash2025
Phi Theta Kappa was thrilled to have the officer team from Tyler Junior College at headquarters yesterday for officer training!
Phi Theta Kappa is excited to announce the publication of the fifth edition of Change Makers: Phi Theta Kappa Journal of Student Leadership.
Leadership projects from 15 PTK chapters is featured in this year's journal. To see which chapters are featured and to find the link to the ...journal click here:
https://www.ptk.org/phi-theta-kappa-publishes-fifth-edition-of-change-makers/
Phi Theta Kappa is excited to announce the publication of the eight edition of Civic Scholar.
Academic research from 15 PTK chapters is featured in this year's journal. To see which chapters are featured and to find the link to the journal click here: ...https://www.ptk.org/phi-theta-kappa-publishes-eighth-edition-of-civic-scholar/
Congratulations to the 73 chapters who received Honors in Action grants!
Honors in Action combines academic research, problem solving, and action-oriented service to address real-world challenges in our communities. Developed to support student engagement in Honors in Action programming, ...the Phi Theta Kappa Honors in Action Grant helps bridge the financial gap between ideas and action.
See which chapters received the grant: https://www.ptk.org/ptk-awards-honors-in-action-grants-to-73-chapters/
Fall semester is right around the corner and student activities are going to be in full! What PTK activity are you most excited for?
Scholarship shopping this summer? Take a look at the four-year universities that offer scholarships to Phi Theta Kappa members!
https://bit.ly/40SfUlj
Phi Theta Kappa is proud to release the 2025 Transfer Honor Roll. Congratulations to the 251 colleges and universities recognized for their dedicated support of transfer students.
Read the full story here: ...https://www.newswire.com/news/phi-theta-kappa-recognizes-251-colleges-for-exemplary-transfer-pathways-22618504
Get the cash for Scholar Dash👟💲
Sign up for Scholar Dash 2025 now to help raise money for Golden Opportunity Scholarship to give the gift of membership!
Sign up now: https://changelives.ptkfoundation.org/event/scholar-dash-2025/e663487
Phi Theta Kappa is sad to learn of the passing of Terry O'Banion, International Honorary Member of PTK and long-time former leader of the League for Innovation in the Community College.
He was a visionary leader who helped codify the modern mission of community colleges—moving it ...beyond access to include student success. He spent his life championing the practices and policies that aren’t just about getting students into college — but successfully through it to their career and educational goals.
We honor his memory and his contributions to community colleges and student success.