2018-2019 Catalog

Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society of American Junior Colleges

Contact Geoffrey Tabor at 413-236-1610 for more information.

BCC’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is known as Xi Alpha. The purpose of this society is to recognize and encourage scholarship among junior and community college students. An induction program is held in April or May. Students must be currently enrolled at the college and have accumulated 12 or more BCC credits that apply toward graduation. Students are provided with leadership opportunities and are encouraged to participate in community service projects. PTK membership qualifies students for special scholarships at many four-year institutions.

Criteria:

  • Students who have earned between 12 and 29 degree credits with a 3.800 cumulative GPA
  • Students who have earned 30 or more credits with a 3.600 cumulative GPA

Notification:

  • Invitation to join XI Alpha Chapter (membership fee required)
  • Membership and induction ceremony in National Honor Society
  • Notation on student’s academic transcript
  • Embossed membership certificate
  • PTK honors stole, scholarship and transfer resources