Chi Upsilon Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa

• Introductory PTK Video
• Next Steps to Joining PTK and Getting Involved Video
• PTK Induction RSVP Form for new members

What is PTK?

• Scholarship: official honors society of two-year colleges; financial scholarship opportunities
• Leadership: on-campus projects, resume builders
• Service projects: events such as food drive, adopt-a-highway
• Fellowship: events such as game night, bowling
• All MCC students are encouraged to participate in all events!

Benefits of Participation

Benefits of participation for all MCC students include:

• Leadership experience
• Community service opportunities
• Fellowship with other students
• Professional development
• Letters of recommendation
• Active members and officers also have opportunities for travel to regional and international conferences

International Society Member Benefits

All society members enjoy:

• Eligibility for scholarships offered by PTK headquarters, four-year colleges, and universities
• PTK stole and recognition at graduation
• Transcript designation upon graduation (with 3.5 cumulative GPA)
• Certificate and gold pin
• Resume reference
• Access to PTK online personal and professional development courses
• Opportunities for publication
• Access to Better Help mental health support
• Discounts on travel and electronics

Active members of the society enjoy:

• Eligibility for chapter officer positions
• Eligibility for regional and international awards

To be eligible for membership in the international society of Phi Theta Kappa, a student must:

• Have accumulated 12 hours of college credits in community college courses
• Have established a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
• Be currently enrolled in a credit course

Contact the advisors for an application and if you have any questions. There is a one-time fee of $80 to join. All MCC students are encouraged to participate in chapter events, even if they do not meet these criteria.

All MCC students are encouraged to participate in any chapter event, meeting, or activity. Any activity is appropriate to highlight on college applications, scholarship applications, or in job interviews. No minimum level of participation is required. Attend any event to get started!

Additional benefits are available for students who meet the criteria for membership in PTK’s international society.

Invitation: If you are eligible for society membership, you should receive an invitation through MCC student email and U.S. mail at the street address on file with the college. Your invitation will arrive in February, July, or September. Didn’t get your email or letter? Contact the advisors.

Dues: There is a one-time fee for international, state, and chapter dues of $80. This single payment provides a lifetime membership. There are no further required fees. A limited number of member dues scholarships are available for students who cannot afford this fee. Contact advisors for information.

Accepting membership online: After receiving your invitation, visit the PTK site, enter your email address, confirm your personal information, and pay your fee online. No other application forms or paperwork are required for your membership.

All MCC students are invited to participate in all chapter activities. Attend meetings on Thursdays at 2:30 p.m. Check room numbers in Canvas or the Flush.

Stay informed by joining our Canvas course.

1. Log in to Canvas
2. Access “ΦΘΚ - Chi Upsilon Chapter” in your courses
3. Add Phi Theta Kappa to your Canvas calendar
4. Check Modules for a sign-up page, meeting minutes, project updates, and more!