The national Phi Beta Kappa Society is now accepting online applications for the Key into Public Service scholarship. In recognition of the Society's 250th anniversary in 2026, 20 undergraduate scholars will receive a $7,600 academic scholarship and participate in an educational conference experience.

The program connects undergraduate arts and sciences majors with pathways into local, state, and federal government service. The Society seeks applications from well-rounded arts, humanities, mathematics, natural sciences, and social sciences undergraduate students attending a chapter institution who possess an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher with an anticipated graduation date of Fall/Winter 2026 through Spring 2026. Membership in the Society is not required.

Characteristics of ideal recipients include: intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary breadth and depth of arts and sciences coursework, leadership propensity, and service to others. For inspiration, read about UC Davis 2020 scholarship winner, microbiology major Madeline Handy. 

Students may apply through January 20, 2026 at pbk.org/ServiceScholarsApp.