Phi Theta Kappa (ΦΘΚ) Honor Society
Phi Theta Kappa (ΦΘΚ) at Yavapai College is our branch of
the National Honors Society for two-year colleges.
Our chapter, Beta Gamma Pi (ΒΓΠ), aligns with
the national organization's mission to recognize
academic achievement of college students and
to provide opportunities for them to grow
as scholars and leaders.
Yavapai College PTK Transfer Scholarship
This scholarship honors the accomplishments of Phi Theta Kappa members who are transferring to one of Yavapai College’s three or four-year bachelor’s degree programs.
The scholarship provides $1000.00 per year, renewable for up to two years, and can be combined with other merit-based and need-based financial aid. All bachelor's degree programs at Yavapai College are offered online and delivered in an 8-week format.
How to qualify and apply for the YC-PTK Scholarship
Before completing step 2, apply for admission to receive your YC email address.
Award Details
- Minimum amount – $500 per semester / $1,000 per year
- Award basis – Merit
- Award length – 4 semesters
- Award is renewable
- Award is stackable
Eligibility Requirements
- 3.50 GPA
- Full-Time Enrollment
- No Previous Bachelor's Degree
Application Requirements
- Application Form
- Transcript
Other
- Must provide proof of PTK membership at a previous college
Deadline
- Fall Term – August 1, 2026
Scholarships
PTK memberships allows access to several exclusive scholarship opportunities
All-Arizona/All USA Scholarship Application
Applications can be accessed at
Steps to apply:
- On the website, click on Transfer
- Select Apply Now
- You can sign in using your PTK login or create a guest account. Students do not need to be a member of PTK to apply.
- Complete the eligibility survey and then you will be notified for which scholarships you qualify.
ΦΘΚ Membership
Eligibility Guidelines
- Completed at least 12 or more Yavapai College credits of 100-level or higher courses
- Have a 3.5 grade point average
- Enrolled in at least six credit units
Invitation to Join
- Invitation to all eligble students will be sent after the third week of the fall and spring semesters
- Invitations must be accepted before the end of the semester in which they are sent
- One-time $95 lifetime membership fee is required to join. Scholarships are available to help cover this cost if needed.
Gain a competitive edge
- $37 million in scholarship opportunities for members only
- FREE enrollment in PTK Connect
- Opportunity to be published in Phi Theta Kappa's anthology, Nota Bene
- Opportunities to develop research and servant leadership skills by participating in Honors in Action programming in local chapter
- Opportunity to become part of a network of nearly 3 million fellow scholars and servant leaders on more than 1,285 campuses worldwide
- Personalized letters of recommendation for scholarships and employment
- Special benefits, financial offers, and member discount offers from Phi Theta Kappa Corporate Partners such as GEICO and Bank of America
Have your academic achievements recognized
- Phi Theta Kappa Golden Key Membership Pin
- Phi Theta Kappa Membership Certificate
- Recognition during college induction ceremony
- Notation of membership on your college transcript*
- Recognition by wearing Phi Theta Kappa commencement regalia during college graduation and other official ceremonies*
- Press release announcing your academic achievement
- * Contingent on college policy
Coming soon.
