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About Phi Kappa Phi

The Phi Kappa Phi (PKP) All-University Honor Society is Sacramento State's oldest honor society. At the national level, this honor society is also the oldest and most selective honor society in the United States that recognizes excellence in all academic disciplines. Founded in 1897, Phi Kappa Phi, along with Phi Beta Kappa, is a charter member of the Association of College Honor Societies. Today, Phi Kappa Phi has more than 1,000,000 members in all parts of the world. Its more than 280 chapters are on college and university campuses throughout the United States, Puerto Rico and the Philippines.

The primary objectives of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi are to promote the pursuit of excellence in all fields of higher education and to recognize outstanding achievement by students, faculty and others through election to membership and through various awards for distinguished achievement. The Society is convinced that in recognizing and honoring those persons of good character who have excelled in scholarship, in whatever field, it will stimulate others to strive for excellence.

Phi Kappa Phi publishes a scholarly magazine, The National Forum and a newsletter, The Phi Kappa Phi Newsletter.

The Sacramento State Chapter of Phi Kappa Phi was chartered in 1964.

Phi Kappa Phi members represent the best and brightest from all academic disciplines. Invitation to membership is based on academic achievements and exemplary character.

Eligibility for Membership in Phi Kappa Phi at Sacramento State

At Sacramento State juniors, seniors, and graduate students are eligible for membership if they meet the following criteria. Invitations for membership are sent in early spring. If you receive an invitation, please follow the instructions to register with the National office. Initiation occurs at the annual banquet, which is usually held in April.

  1. Juniors who have completed at least 24 units at Sacramento State and rank scholastically in the upper 7.5% of their class.
  2. Seniors who graduated during the previous Summer or Fall semesters or who have filed a petition to graduate in Spring. They must have completed at least 30 units at Sacramento State, and rank scholastically in the upper 10% of their class.
  3. Graduate and professional students who rank scholastically in the upper 10% of all graduate and professional students. They must have completed at least 18 units of graduate work at Sacramento State or have been awarded an advanced degree by Sacramento State since the last inivitation to membership.
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