The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi has numerous scholarships and awards programs that their members may apply for. Phi Kappa Phi awards approximately $1 million dollars in scholarships each biennium. Below is a brief description of each scholarship opportunity. For more detailed information, please visit the Phi Kappa Phi Awards page, phikappaphi.org.
In addition to the National Scholarship opportunities, the Mason chapter has a limited amount of funds for travel. Additional information, plus the request form can be found at: PKP Mason Travel Fund
If you have questions or would like to apply to any of these awards please contact the Office of Fellowships at [email protected]
SCHOLAR & ARTIST AWARDS (ONE EACH DISTRIBUTED EVERY BIENNIUM)
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1 – even years
The Phi Kappa Phi Scholar and Phi Kappa Phi Artist Awards honor those individuals who demonstrate the ideals of the Society through their activities, achievements, and scholarship.
THE RAY SYLVESTER DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD (ONE DISTRIBUTED EVERY BIENNIUM)
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1 – even years
The Ray Sylvester Distinguished Service Award honors an individual who has provided sustained, non-compensated volunteer service to others beyond the realm of academia.
FELLOWSHIPS (62 DISTRIBUTED ANNUALLY)
CHAPTER DEADLINE: March 15, 2027
HEADQUARTERS DEADLINE: April 15, 2027
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi currently awards 54 Fellowships of $8,500 each, six of $20,000 each, and two of $35,000 to members entering the first year of graduate or professional study. Each active Phi Kappa Phi chapter may select one candidate from among its local applicants to compete Society-wide.
STUDY ABROAD GRANTS (125 DISTRIBUTED ANNUALLY)
DEADLINE: March 15, 2027
Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants are designed to help support undergraduates as they seek knowledge and experience in their academic fields by studying abroad. One hundred twenty-five $1,000 grants are awarded each year.
LITERACY GRANTS (VARIABLE NUMBER DISTRIBUTED ANNUALLY)
DEADLINE: April 1, 2027
The Literacy Grants program was created to mobilize members and resources of Phi Kappa Phi and the higher education community to champion literacy initiatives. Grants of up to $2,500 are available to chapters and individual members to fund ongoing literacy projects or create new initiatives.
PIONEER AWARDS (50 AWARDED ANNUALLY)
DEADLINE: June 1, 2027
Phi Kappa Phi Pioneer Awards are designed to encourage and reward undergraduate members for developing the research, engagement and leadership skills necessary to become a successful scholar. Each year, 50 $1,000 awards are distributed.
LOVE OF LEARNING AWARDS (200 DISTRIBUTED ANNUALLY)
DEADLINE: June 30, 2027
Love of Learning Awards help fund post-baccalaureate professional development for active Phi Kappa Phi members to including, graduate or professional studies, doctoral dissertations, continuing education, career development, travel related to teaching or research, and more. Two hundred awards, of $1,000 each, are distributed each year.
MARY TODD SABBATICAL AWARD (VARIABLE NUMBER AWARDED ANNUALLY)
DEADLINE: October 1, 2026
In honor of former Executive Director Dr. Mary Todd, the Society will honor one faculty member with a $50,000 award to support a sabbatical year or similar reassignment of duties.
DISSERTATION FELLOWSHIPS (15 DISTRIBUTED ANNUALLY)
DEADLINE: November 30, 2026
The Dissertation Fellowship Program supports doctoral candidates who are in the dissertation writing stage of doctoral study. Each year, Phi Kappa Phi awards 10 Dissertation Fellowships of $10,000 each.
GRADUATE RESEARCH (20 DISTRIBUTED ANNUALLY)
DEADLINE: November 30, 2026
Grants of up to $1,500 are available to members attending graduate school to provide funding for research experiences in support of career development.
Updated: July 28, 2026