Scholarships

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships

Phi Theta Kappa scholarships are a a one-time $1,000 award to incoming transfer students who are members of PTK.

What are the requirements?

  • Incoming freshman or transfer student
  • Member of Phi Theta Kappa at a community college
  • Submit a current year FAFSA or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid with WIU as a school choice prior to the start of the semester of award
  • Enroll full-time in WIU undergraduate courses

What else do I need to know?

  • Scholarships will be disbursed in equal amounts between the fall and spring semesters
  • Total financial aid and scholarships cannot exceed the direct cost of attendance for Western Illinois University (tuition, fees, on-campus housing, dining) and no cash refunds will be given
  • Scholarships are subject to the availability of funds
  • Available for domestic students only 

How to Apply

  • Apply by May 1 for freshmen and August 1 for transfers and be accepted for admission at WIU
  • Provide a certificate or transcript showing PTK membership