Fellowship - Resources

Fellowship Frequently Asked Questions

• Who is eligible to apply?

  To apply for a Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship, you must:

  • Be an active member of Phi Kappa Phi (annual dues paid by April 15 of the current year) or have accepted membership by June 30 of the year in which you are applying. Applications will be accepted from individuals selected for membership but not yet initiated; see the application form for details.
  • Have applied to enroll as a full-time student in a post-baccalaureate program of study for the current academic year. Accredited international institutions are acceptable.

  Please note:

  • International students are eligible.
  • Students registering in all professional and graduate fields are eligible.
  • Applicants should not hold other graduate degrees; this should be their first graduate program.
  • Applicants who have successfully completed 10 or more graduate credits on or before April 15 are not eligible.
  • Credits enrolled but not yet earned at the application deadline are not considered part of the 9 hour limit.
  • Graduate hours earned through dual-enrollment programs will not be counted towards the 9 hour limit if those credits are applied to the undergraduate degree. 
  • Winners may defer for up to two years, pending approval.

• How do I know if my membership is current?

  Call the national office at 800-804-9880 or email at info@phikappaphi.org.

• Is the Fellowship for Phi Kappa Phi seniors only?

  In addition to being a member, you may apply at anytime after receiving your bachelor's degree, as long as you have not earned 10+ hours of graduate credits. 

• What is the deadline?

  The deadline to apply at your local chapter may vary. Please check with a chapter officer. To find a list of the officers at your chapter, click here. 

• How do I get an application?

  Please complete the application online and save the completed PDF. You'll then submit the application, official transcripts, test scores (if applicable), work sample, and two letters of recommendation to your local chapter by their deadline.

• What do I include with my application?

  You must include the following:

  • application (complete online, download and print)
  • official transcript(s)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • standardized test score report(s) (if applicable)
  • Work sample. Provide a sample of your best academic writing (2,500 words). Do not submit work by multiple authors. 
    • If in the arts, a creative work sample may be provided in lieu of a writing sample (no more than five pages or five minutes of audio/visual).  

• Where do I send my application?

  Applications must arrive at your local Phi Kappa Phi chapter by the date they have set. The local chapter will select a nominee to compete in the national competition. Contact your chapter to verify their preferred means of submission. Your chapter president's email address may be found in the online Chapter Directory. 

• Where do I apply if I have received my bachelor's degree a few years ago and am no longer living close to my graduating institute?

  You must apply at the institution where you were inducted. See the Chapter Directory for contact information. 

• When will I know if I am a recipient?

  You will be notified June 15, 2021.

• When will I receive my award?

  You will receive your award when you and the registrar have fully completed the Certificate of Registration, and it has been received by the national office no earlier than July 1 of the year in which you are applying. 

• How will I receive my award?

  Funds will be disbursed directly to the recipient via direct deposit after completing a Certificate of Registration.

• Can my award be sent to my attending university?

  Funds are disbursed directly to the Fellowship recipient.

• Are the award funds taxable?

  Award recipients are required to submit a W-9 and will receive a 1099 from the organization. Recipients should consult with their tax advisor regarding the taxability of award payments.