Our newest program and scholarship opportunity, Key into Public Service, highlights the wide range of opportunities for arts, humanities, natural science, social science, and mathematics majors to pursue rewarding careers in the public sector.
Each scholar will receive a $5,000 undergraduate scholarship and will participate in a conference that provides training, mentoring, and reflection on pathways into local, state, and federal government careers.
PBK membership is not a prerequisite. Characteristics of ideal recipients include intellectual curiosity, breadth, and depth of liberal arts and sciences coursework, leadership propensity, and service to others.
Applicants must be enrolled at one of Phi Beta Kappa’s 292 chapter institutions. Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is not required for eligibility. Applicants should expect to graduate between 10/1/2023 and 8/1/2025. First-year students and seniors who will graduate in Spring 2023 are NOT eligible.
Successful applicants will demonstrate:
1) an interest in working in local, state, or federal government service
2) breadth and depth in the arts, humanities, mathematics, natural sciences, and social sciences.
Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 while demonstrating academic excellence in your arts, humanities, mathematics, natural science, or social science major.
Applicants will also need to provide the name of a professor or faculty member who can attest to your academic achievements and/or interest in public service.
Applicants must also commit to attend the convening for all award recipients taking place June 21-25, 2023 in Washington, D.C. This mandatory convening will provide training and mentoring opportunities and showcase pathways from liberal arts and sciences education into active citizenship and public service. The Society will provide transportation, lodging, and meal per diems. The Society may switch the format to a virtual event if needed to ensure the safety and health of all participants.
We strongly encourage you to learn more about Phi Beta Kappa’s work as an advocate for the liberal arts and sciences before completing your application. Phi Beta Kappa is committed to highlighting the value of expertise in the arts, humanities, mathematics, natural sciences and social sciences in service to communities and to the nation. We see the recognition and support of Service Scholars as integral to these goals.