Frequently Asked Questions:

What is Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) ?

PTK is the official Seattle Community College’s Honor Society. It recognizes academic success.

What are the benefits of being a PTK member?

1. Identifies you as a PTK elite scholar on your academic transcript.
2. Access to nation-wide scholarships.
3. Tuition discounts at some universities.
4. Provides you the option of gold stole and tassel at graduation.
5. Welcomes you to a community of students who meet regularly and volunteer in our communities.

What are the qualifications to join PTK?

* Completed 12 college level credits.
* 3.5 cumulative (not quarterly) GPA or higher.
* Upon membership confirmation pay a $50 fee (scholarships are available).
* Participate in one community service project per quarter.
* You cannot become an official member during your last quarter at SSCC.

Are there officer positions?

Yes, we are seeking a PTK president this year.
The position is paid.
Applications are available in Student Life, JB 135.
Other positions are open as well.

How do I become a member?

1.Complete the application on this form  & submit to Student Life.Do not pay now.
2.If you need financial assistance to pay the $50 membership fee,
attach an explanation of your circumstances to the application.
3. Also attach an unofficial copy of your SSCC transcript to your application.
(Go to the SSCC Student On-Line Services website www.southseattle.edu or request one from Registration)

Submit application materials during the designated membership period to the Office of Student Life, JB Student Center, room 135.
Membership periods are:
September 24-November 9, 2007
January 2-31, 2008
April 2-30, 2008

What happens next?

After you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation about your membership and club meeting details. About four weeks after that you will receive a packet of information, a certificate, and membership number to access the PTK website for other resources www.ptk.org.

Further Questions?

Contact PTK Advisor Monica Lundberg
Email mlundber@sccd.ctc.edu
Phone (206)768-6750
Office JB Student Center 126

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