Grants Awards
Since 1932, Phi Kappa Phi has supported the educational pursuits of its members through robust award and grant programs. The Society awards $1.3 million each year to outstanding students, members, chapters and institutions.
SJSU Chapter Awards
National Office Awards
Fellowships
Established in 1932, the Fellowship Program annually provides funding to first-year graduate students who are pursuing post-baccalaureate degrees across all academic disciplines.
Each year, Phi Kappa Phi awards 54 Fellowships of $8,500 each, six of $20,000 each and two of $35,000 to members entering their first year of graduate or professional study.
Grants
Graduate Research Grants: awards 20 grants of up to $1,500 to active members attending graduate school.
- Oct. 1, 2025: Application portal opens
- Nov. 30, 2025: Application deadline
- Feb. 15, 2026: Recipients will be notified
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.
- Dec. 15, 2025: Application portal opens
- March 15, 2026: Application deadline
- May 1, 2026: Recipients will be notified
May 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027: Study Abroad program must begin during this time
Literacy Grants program was initiated to mobilize members and resources of Phi Kappa Phi champion literacy initiatives. Grants of up to $2,500 are available.
- Dec. 15, 2025: Application portal opens.
- April 1, 2026: Deadline for applications
- June 1, 2026: Recipients will be notified
Awards
Helps fund post-baccalaureate professional development for active Phi Kappa Phi members. One hundred fifty-five awards, at $1,000 each, are distributed each year.
Dec. 15, 2025: Application portal opens.
June 1, 2026: Deadline for applications
Sept. 1, 2026: Recipients will be notified
Helps individuals who demonstrate the ideals of the Society through their lifelong activities, achievements and scholarship. Each awardee receives a recognition citation, life membership and a $1,000 donation to a nonprofit cause of their choice.
Dec. 15, 2025: Application portal opens.
Feb. 1, 2026: Deadline for applications
Spring 2026: Recipients will be notified
The Ray Sylvester Distinguished Service Award
Honors an individual who has provided sustained, non-compensated volunteer service to others beyond the realm of academia. The awardee receives a recognition citation, life membership and a $1,000 donation to a nonprofit cause of their choice.
Dec. 15, 2025: Application portal opens.
Feb. 1, 2026: Deadline for applications
Spring 2026: Recipients will be notified
Helps undergraduate members for developing the research, engagement and leadership skills necessary to become a successful scholar. Fifty $1,000 awards are distributed annually.
Dec. 15, 2025: Application portal opens.
June 1, 2026: Deadline for applications
Aug. 1, 2026: Recipients will be notified
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 period or similar reassignment of duties
Aug. 15, 2025: Application portal opens.
Oct. 1, 2026: Deadline for applications
Nov. 15, 2026: Recipients will be notified
