Phi Beta Delta Honor Society For International Scholars

Candidacy for membership will be based on criteria established by the Governing Board in accordance with the aims of the organization. This nomination recognizes your exceptional achievement and service to international education. By joining Phi Beta Delta you distinguish yourself as a member of a global community dedicated to fostering the highest standards of international understanding.

Membership Criteria for Students:

• GPA of 3.3 for associate degree students who have attained at least 30 credit hours
• GPA of 3.3 for bachelor’s degree students who have attained at least 45 credit hours
• GPA of 3.6 for master’s degree students who have completed at least one semester of a one-year master’s degree, or two semesters of a two-year master’s degree
• GPA of 3.6 for doctoral degree students who have completed at least two semesters of their doctoral degree

and

• Letter of nomination from full-time faculty or PBD committee member
• Statement of interest

International students (non-immigrant visa holders) will be considered upon meeting the requirements above.

Domestic students will be considered upon meeting the requirements above and completion of an academic study abroad in an exchange program approved by the institution or who have been involved in recognized international endeavors.

Membership Criteria for Alumni:

• CSI alumni who have met the GPA and other criteria stated above are eligible to be considered for membership.

Membership Criteria for Faculty and Staff:

• Faculty and staff who have been involved in recognized international endeavors such as teaching, conducting research, participating in overseas projects, administering exchange programs, or providing services to international students and scholars.

Lifetime Membership:

• Persons nominated, selected, and initiated (inducted) into the Society shall retain this honor for life.  Active and inactive membership shall determine the privileges accorded to individuals inducted into the Society.

Candidates for membership will be approved by the members of the Governing Board of the chapter and inducted at the annual induction ceremony.
Membership in Phi Beta Delta does require a $65 for the first year. This fee covers a medallion, a certificate, a membership card, the newsletter, and national and chapter membership dues. After that, the annual membership fee is $30 for students; $45 for staff, alumni, scholars, and part-time faculty; and $55 for full-time faculty members.