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Why Join?

There are many reasons to accept our invitation and join Phi Kappa Phi.

Help celebrate the love of learning by becoming a Phi Kappa Phi member.

Receive recognition for your efforts

Phi Kappa Phi is a highly selective organization, accepting only students at the top of their class. Membership recognizes your hard work. You will receive a membership certificate showcasing your achievement and be inducted into Phi Kappa Phi at our annual induction ceremony.

Further your career

Employers and graduate schools recognize and value the academic excellence that Phi Kappa Phi membership represents. Putting Phi Kappa Phi on your resume or CV helps you stand out from the crowd.

As a Phi Kappa Phi member, you'll have access to the society's Career Center, used by numerous Fortune 100 companies, to post your resume and search for jobs. If you are seeking federal employment, you may even be eligible for a GS upgrade that can help boost your pay.

Be eligible for scholarships and grants

Phi Kappa Phi awards over $1.3 million each year through a variety of scholarships, grants, and other programs open to members. Your membership makes you eligible for awards that can help pay for graduate school or professional development.

Find internships

Phi Kappa Phi provides tools that can help you find the perfect internship. Our Internship Board helps connect you with available opportunities. Partnerships with DCinternships and the Washington Internship Institute provide scholarships that can help you serve in our nation's capital.

Get discounts

Phi Kappa Phi members are eligible for many discounts from PKP corporate partners including Office Depot, Geico, Dell, the Princeton Review, and others.

Access Phi Kappa Phi publications

As an active member, you'll receive the society's award-winning quarterly Phi Kappa Phi Forum magazine. Each issue takes a single theme and breaks it down for members. With your membership, you will also receive e-mails to keep you apprised of the latest news on Phi Kappa Phi activities and opportunities.