Scholarships

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships 2025-26

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

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 in your first semester at WIU.

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 cost of attendance for Western Illinois University (tuition, fees, on-campus housing, dining) and no refunds will be given.
  • This scholarship is not renewable. It is for one semester only.
  • Available for domestic students only. 

How to Apply

  • Awarding concludes when funds are exhausted. 
  • For  summer/fall 2025, the priority deadline to apply for admission is August 1, 2025. Register for classes by August 29, 2025.
  • For  spring 2026, the priority deadline to apply for admission is January 1. Register for classes by January 23, 2025.
  • Provide a certificate or transcript showing PTK membership.