How Our Scholarships Work
Scholarship, Leadership, Service & Fellowship
How Our Scholarships Work
Phi Theta Kappa offers three powerful types of scholarships—and hundreds of them. Most notably, we’ve partnered with four-year universities across the country to provide exclusive scholarships for PTK members who transfer to their institutions. These awards are worth millions to our members and most are guaranteed for members who choose to attend these colleges.
Beyond transfer scholarships, PTK also offers competitive scholarships available to students for academic excellence, leadership, service, and career readiness, and we're here to help you win them. Phi Theta Kappa is more than recognition—t's a launchpad. We are focused on helping you turn your passions, purpose, and extracurriculars into scholarship dollars and real-world opportunity.
As a member, you’ll unlock access to
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Exclusive workshops and webinars
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Personalized, one-on-one scholarship advising
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Guidance on writing compelling essays and crafting a standout résumé
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Tools and tips—including how to use AI—to enhance your applications
We have resources to help you apply for scholarships, including ones outside of PTK. Click the links below for more information about each type.
Types of Scholarships
Competitive Scholarships
Phi Theta Kappa offers competitive scholarships that recognize and reward academic excellence and leadership among its members. These transfer scholarships provide significant financial support for community college students, helping them achieve their educational and career goals. By offering community college scholarships and funding high-achieving students, PTK eases the financial burden of college, allowing members to focus on their studies and future careers.
Need-Based Scholarships
Phi Theta Kappa offers need-based scholarships and financial aid for community college students facing significant challenges. These cash awards are designed to help students stay enrolled and avoid dropping out due to financial hardships. By providing crucial financial assistance, PTK ensures that students have the resources they need to continue their education, access community college scholarships, and pursue their academic and career goals without disruption..
University Partner Scholarships
University partner scholarships provide essential financial aid for community college transfer students, helping to make the transition to a four-year college more affordable. Hundreds of four-year institutions offer transfer scholarships specifically for Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) members, recognizing your academic excellence and leadership. These community college scholarships are designed to support your educational journey and ensure that you have access to financial resources as you pursue your bachelor's degree.