Phi Sigma Kappa

Alumni Scholarship / Award Request Form

Which Scholarship / Award are you applying for?

There are several awards for various needs. Please select the one you feel is most suited to you. We encourage you to review the full list of options below. The options do change periodically so always check back. READ THE DETAILS COMPLETELY BEFORE APPLYING. IMPORTANT: For the PSK Alumni ONLY Awards: Don't apply for more than one. Just apply for the one that gives the most money and you will get the lesser one/amount if someone beats you for the greater one/amount. *

Am I eligible? What is the approx date you initiated/became a member? (previously initiated member) * +

Am I eligible? What is the approx date you initiated/became a member? (newly initiated member) * +

If you CAN NOT select the approx date of your initiation above you ARE NOT eligible for this specific award AT THIS TIME. You may be eligible at a future date. For example, if you just initiated you may not be eligible until the current semester is completed and you have your grades reported on your transcript. Please make another selection at this time. Thanks

DR. ANTHONY FUSARO

ISSP SCHOLARSHIP

Incoming Student Scholarship Program

The Incoming Student Scholarship Program (ISSP) was designed to assist incoming male students with the financial challenges that go along with their first semester at NIU. We offer two scholarships. One for incoming first-semester male freshmen and one for incoming first-semester male transfer students. This scholarship is sponsored by the Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity undergraduate chapter and the Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU. Please review the requirements and fill out the application via the provided link below. We hope your first semester at NIU is successful. Questions email us at ISSP@pskniu.org or call 815-977-7560 x64

No initiated member of Phi Sigma Kappa is eligible to receive this scholarship.

REQUIREMENTS - MUST meet THREE (3) of the following criterions

1) Cumulative 3.0 or higher GPA from the most recent academic institution
2) ACT score of 21 or higher
3) SAT score of 1050 or higher
4) Leadership Role in a student organization (i.e., President, Captain, Committee Chairman, etc.)

5) Be enrolled as a full-time student (12+ hours) at NIU for the fall semester (Mandatory Requirement)

AWARD AMOUNTS

ISSP (incoming freshman) = minimum $500.00 to qualified winner

ISSP (transfer student) = minimum $500.00 to qualified winner

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be accepted from July 1 through September 15. We reserve the right to modify the application dates without notice. Anyone who meets the above requirements is encouraged to submit their application. You must provide an official transcript from the most recent academic institution before receiving an award. Once all the applications are received they will be reviewed by the ISSP selection committee. The committee will evaluate each application on its merit and determine the top finalists in each category. These finalists will be forwarded to the PSK Alumni Association board president for final selection. The winner(s) will be notified via email first and invited to a reception towards the end of the semester to receive their award(s). Phi Sigma Kappa reserves the right to amend the qualifications and/or requirements at its sole discretion.

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU reserves the right to modify any terms, any requirements, or any options of this program at any time, without notice.

Affiliate (New Member Program) Financial Need Scholarship

This scholarship is based on financial need while you are in the New Member program. We designed this program to help assist those in the Affiliate program to offset the cost of initiation fees to become a member. We will consider your request based on the information you provide. This scholarship is sponsored by the Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU. We hope your first semester as a potential member of Phi Sigs will help you during your college career. Questions email us at Scholarship@pskaaniu.org.

No initiated member of Phi Sigma Kappa is eligible to receive this scholarship.

REQUIREMENTS - MUST meet the following criterions

1) Cumulative 2.5 or higher GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from your most recent academic institution
2) Demonstrate a financial need
3) Provide a transcript from the most recent academic semester
4) Provide a current NIU class schedule

5) Be enrolled as a full-time student (12+ hours) at NIU for the semester you are an affiliate

AWARD AMOUNTS

Amount vary based on need and funding support. Anywhere from 5% to 100% of initiations fees could be covered

More than one applicant can receive an award

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be accepted from the time you become an affiliate until 1 week before initiation each semester. We reserve the right to modify the application dates/process without notice. Anyone who meets the above requirements is encouraged to submit their application. Verification by the undergraduate chapter you are eligible for initiation will be required. Also, verification of financial need may be required. Once an application is received it will be reviewed by the PSK Alumni Association of NIU scholarship committee. The committee will evaluate each application on its merit and determine award winner(s) and amounts. The winner(s) will be notified via email or advised by the undergraduate Chapter President or Chapter Advisor. The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU reserves the right to modify any terms, any requirements, or any options of this program at any time, without notice.

To be eligible for this award you must be a current Affiliate/New member that has NOT been initiated into the fraternity. Awards are provided as a credit issued towards your initiation fees. Restrictions apply. Must be a member considered eligible to initiate by a vote of the undergraduate chapter of Phi Sigma Kappa and the Grand Chapter of Phi Sigma Kappa a the time award is issued. Verification of information may be requested.

Just Initiated / FOR NEWLY INITIATED MEMBERS ONLY (less than one FULL semester as a member)

Alumni Association / Dr. Anthony Fusaro Scholarship Program (for newly initiated members only)

Who is sponsoring the PSK Alumni / Dr. Anthony Fusaro scholarship program?

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of Northern Illinois University is awarding academic scholarships to promote and encourage scholastic excellence and acknowledge one of our cardinal principles “To Stimulate Scholarship”. These scholarship awards are named after Brother Dr. Anthony Fusaro. Dr. Fusaro was the local chapter advisor from 1967 to 1990. He served our fraternity as National Grand President and National Foundation President. He currently serves Phi Sigma Kappa as the National Ritual Chairman and Member of the National Court of Honor. In addition brother, Fusaro was a key member of the NIU Community serving as a Political Science professor, Political Science Department Chairman, and Associate Provost. Brother Fusaro left NIU in 1990 to become the President of one of Pennsylvania State University's campuses. Dr. Fusaro finally retired and lives in Lakeland, FL.

Who’s eligible for receiving the PSK Alumni Association? / Dr. Anthony Fusaro scholarships?

There are three types of scholarships: Must have been a newly initiated member at the beginning of the semester the award was earned

* Highest New Initiate GPA
* New Initiate 3.0 or higher GPA

To be eligible for the Highest New Initiate or New Initiate GPA above 3.0 scholarships, you must: Your membership status at the beginning of the semester the award was earned.

Be a newly initiated member in good standing the previous corresponding semester. For example, if you are applying in the Spring semester you would have to have initiated in the previous Fall semester
Enrolled/Completed at least 12 hours at NIU for the semester.

Conditions under which a scholarship will NOT be given:

If you are not up-to-date on your financial obligations to the Alumni Association and the Active Chapter (This would include OMEGA financial balances).
If you fail, in the eyes of the Active Chapter and/or the Alumni Association, to maintain the other two Cardinal Principles of Phi Sigma Kappa, To Promote Brotherhood and To Develop Character.

Who will make the Scholarship Decision?

The awards will be compiled by the PSK Alumni Scholarship Chairman with the help of the Local Chapter Scholarship Chairman and be submitted to the PSK Alumni Board of Directors for a final vote.

What are the Amounts of the Scholarships?

Highest New Initiate GPA = $250 and a certificate *
New Initiate GPA above a 3.0 = $100 and a certificate *

* (Note: Award is given according to semester GPA)

What are the requirements for the scholarship recipients?

Academic performance is the most important criterion when choosing successful candidates. However, if the recipient has exhibited conduct unbecoming of a brother to the active chapter or the Alumni Association, he will be excluded from obtaining the stipend. This will include past debt and property damage. All final decisions are made by the Alumni Association. All appeals should be made in writing to the Alumni Scholarship Chairman within the semester the award is given to Scholarship@PSKaaNIU.org

In addition to the preceding eligibility requirements and conditions:

Candidates must submit the online scholarship request by February 15th (Fall) & June 15th (Spring). Any late submissions will NOT be accepted
Official Transcripts must be collected by the Active Chapter Scholarship Chairman
Transcripts must be verified by the Active Chapter Advisor or Alumni Association Scholarship Chairman
All members are subject to and must abide by the Northern Illinois University Students Code of Conduct

How do I start the process to get my scholarship?

Apply online

When will all the winners be announced?

When all records including eligible members' transcripts have been received, the Alumni Board Scholarship Chairman will compile a list that will be voted on by the Alumni Board. After the vote, the Alumni Scholarship Chairman will inform the local chapter of the awardees. At that point, the monies will be deposited into an account and the recipient(s) will either be provided a check, have funds deposited into their bursar's account, or if applicable a credit toward their housing contract balance owed will be issued. Plaques may be handed out to the winners at an appropriate date.

Who do I contact if I have any questions?

Questions may be addressed in writing only to the Alumni Board Scholarship Chairman at Scholarship@PSKaaNIU.org or call 815-977-7560 ext 13.

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU reserves the right to modify any terms, any requirements, or any options of this program at any time, without notice.

In/Out of house members only - FOR PREVIOUSLY INITIATED MEMBERS ONLY (initiated for greater than one FULL semester)

Alumni Association / Dr. Anthony Fusaro Scholarship Program (Not for newly initiated members)

Who is sponsoring the PSK Alumni / Dr. Anthony Fusaro scholarship program?

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of Northern Illinois University is awarding academic scholarships to promote and encourage scholastic excellence and acknowledge one of our cardinal principles “To Stimulate Scholarship”. These scholarship awards are named after Brother Dr. Anthony Fusaro. Dr. Fusaro was the local chapter advisor from 1967 to 1990. He served our fraternity as National Grand President and National Foundation President. He currently serves Phi Sigma Kappa as the National Ritual Chairman and Member of the National Court of Honor. In addition brother, Fusaro was a key member of the NIU Community serving as a Political Science professor, Political Science Department Chairman, and Associate Provost. Brother Fusaro left NIU in 1990 to become the President of one of Pennsylvania State University's campuses. Dr. Fusaro finally retired and lives in Lakeland, FL.

Who’s eligible for receiving the PSK Alumni Association / Dr. Anthony Fusaro scholarships?

There are three types of scholarships: Must have been an initiated member at the beginning of the semester the award was earned

* Highest Member Semester GPA and the
* Most Improved Member GPA

To be eligible for the Highest Member or most improved Member GPA scholarships: Your membership status at the beginning of the semester the award was earned is as follows...

Be an initiated member in good standing or be initiated in the corresponding semester.
Enrolled/Completed at least 12 hours at NIU for the semester.

Conditions under which a scholarship will NOT be given:

If you have won either the Highest or Most Improved awards at least once.
If you are not up-to-date on your financial obligations to the Alumni Association and the Active Chapter (This would include OMEGA financial balances).
If you fail, in the eyes of the Active Chapter and/or the Alumni Association, to maintain the other two Cardinal Principles of Phi Sigma Kappa, To Promote Brotherhood and To Develop Character.

Who will make the Scholarship Decision?

The awards will be compiled by the PSK Alumni Scholarship Chairman with the help of the Local Chapter Scholarship Chairman and be submitted to the PSK Alumni Board of Directors for a final vote.

What are the Amounts of the Scholarships?

Highest Initiated Member GPA = $500 and a certificate
Most Improved Initiated Member GPA = $100 and a certificate *

* (Note: Award is given according to semester GPA. If above a 3.0 and in the house, the normal above 3.0 amount will be awarded. If out of the house and above 3.0, $100 will be awarded. If below a 3.0, (in or out of the house) $100 is awarded. At a minimum recipient, the semester GPA must be above 2.0 in the semester award will be evaluated (i.e., the improved semester must be above 2.0)

What are the requirements for the scholarship recipients?

Academic performance is the most important criterion when choosing successful candidates. However, if the recipient has exhibited conduct unbecoming of a brother to the active chapter or the Alumni Organization, he will be excluded from obtaining the stipend. This will include past debt and property damage. All final decisions are made by the Alumni Association. All appeals should be made in writing to the Alumni Scholarship Chairman within the semester the award is given to Scholarship@PSKaaNIU.org

In addition to the preceding eligibility requirements and conditions:

Candidates must submit the online scholarship request by February 15th (Fall) & June 15th (Spring). Any late submissions will NOT be accepted
Official Transcripts must be collected by the Active Chapter Scholarship Chairman
Official Transcripts may be verified by the Active Chapter Advisor & Alumni Association Scholarship Chairman
All members are subject to and must abide by the Northern Illinois University Students Code of Conduct

How do I start the process to get my scholarship?

When will all the winners be announced?

When all records including eligible members' transcripts have been received, the Alumni Board Scholarship Chairman will compile a list that will be voted on by the Alumni Board. After the vote, the Alumni Scholarship Chairman will inform the local chapter of the awardees. At that point, the monies will be deposited into an account and the recipient(s) will either be provided a check, have funds deposited into their bursar's account, or have a credit issued towards their PSK housing balance owed. Plaques may be handed out to the winners at an appropriate date.

Who do I contact if I have any questions?

Questions may be addressed in writing only to the Alumni Board Scholarship Chairman at Scholarship@PSKaaNIU.org or call 815-977-7560 ext 13.

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU reserves the right to modify any terms, any requirements, or any options of this program at any time, without notice.

IN HOUSE - FOR PREVIOUSLY INITIATED MEMBERS ONLY (initiated for greater than one FULL semester)

Alumni Association / Dr. Anthony Fusaro Scholarship Program (Not for newly initiated members)

Who is sponsoring the PSK Alumni / Dr. Anthony Fusaro scholarship program?

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of Northern Illinois University is awarding academic scholarships to promote and encourage scholastic excellence and acknowledge one of our cardinal principles “To Stimulate Scholarship”. These scholarship awards are named after Brother Dr. Anthony Fusaro. Dr. Fusaro was the local chapter advisor from 1967 to 1990. He served our fraternity as National Grand President and National Foundation President. He currently serves Phi Sigma Kappa as the National Ritual Chairman and Member of the National Court of Honor. In addition brother, Fusaro was a key member of the NIU Community serving as a Political Science professor, Political Science Department Chairman, and Associate Provost. Brother Fusaro left NIU in 1990 to become the President of one of Pennsylvania State University's campuses. Dr. Fusaro finally retired and lives in Lakeland, FL.

Who’s eligible for receiving the PSK Alumni Association / Dr. Anthony Fusaro scholarships?

There are three types of scholarships: Must have been an initiated member at the beginning of the semester the award was earned

* Academic Excellence Awards
* Director’s Performance Award recognizing continuous academic achievement.

To be eligible for the Academic Excellence Awards, you must:

Be an initiated member in good standing during the semester the award was earned
Enrolled/Completed at least 12 hours at NIU for the semester
Live inside the chapter house during the semester the grades are evaluated.

To be eligible for the Director’s Performance Award, you must:

Be an initiated member in good standing at the beginning of the semester the award was earned.
Enrolled/Completed at least 12 hours at NIU for the semester.
Live inside the chapter house during the semester the grades are evaluated.
Receive at least two consecutive Academic Excellence Awards (most improved is NOT eligible if the semester grade is below the 3.0 threshold).

Individuals will continue to receive the Director’s Scholarship as long as they continually receive an Academic Excellence Award (Highest GPA is included in this requirement). You must remain a Director’s Scholarship recipient continually. Failure to do so will require the member to begin the process. As long as the initiated member remains a Director’s Scholarship recipient he will receive the cumulative amount of his term as a recipient (for example, two (2) consecutive semesters=$50, three (3) consecutive semesters $100, four (4) consecutive semesters $150, etc.). This amount is in ADDITION to the Academic Excellence Award (Highest Active GPA included).

Conditions under which a scholarship will NOT be given:

If you are not up-to-date on your financial obligations to the Alumni Association and the Active Chapter (This would include OMEGA financial balances).
If you fail, in the eyes of the Active Chapter and/or the Alumni Association, to maintain the other two Cardinal Principles of Phi Sigma Kappa, To Promote Brotherhood and To Develop Character.

Who will make the Scholarship Decision?

The awards will be compiled by the PSK Alumni Scholarship Chairman with the help of the Local Chapter Scholarship Chairman and be submitted to the PSK Alumni Board of Directors for a final vote.

What are the Amounts of the Scholarships?

Academic Excellence Awards (must have lived “in house” the semester the award was earned)

GPA Ranges & Amounts
3.75 to 4.00 = $400
3.50 to 3.74 = $300
3.25 to 3.49 = $200
3.00 to 3.24 = $150

Director’s Performance Award Member is awarded a $50 amount per semester of eligibility. This award is cumulative.

What are the requirements for the scholarship recipients?

Academic performance is the most important criterion when choosing successful candidates. However, if the recipient has exhibited conduct unbecoming of a brother to the active chapter or the Alumni Organization, he will be excluded from obtaining the stipend. This will include past debt and property damage. All final decisions are made by the Alumni Association. All appeals should be made in writing to the Alumni Scholarship Chairman within the semester the award is given to Scholarship@PSKaaNIU.org

In addition to the preceding eligibility requirements and conditions:

Candidates must submit the online scholarship request by February 15th (Fall) & June 15th (Spring). Any late submissions will NOT be accepted
Official Transcripts must be collected by the Active Chapter Scholarship Chairman
Official Transcripts may be verified by the Active Chapter Advisor & Alumni Association Scholarship Chairman
All members are subject to and must abide by the Northern Illinois University Students Code of Conduct

How do I start the process to get my scholarship?

When will all the winners be announced?

When all records including eligible members' transcripts have been received, the Alumni Board Scholarship Chairman will compile a list that will be voted on by the Alumni Board. After the vote, the Alumni Scholarship Chairman will inform the local chapter of the awardees. At that point, the monies will be deposited into an account and the recipient(s) will either be provided a check, have funds deposited into their bursar's account, or have a credit issued towards their PSK housing balance owed. Plaques may be handed out to the winners at an appropriate date.

Who do I contact if I have any questions?

Questions may be addressed in writing only to the Alumni Board Scholarship Chairman at Scholarship@PSKaaNIU.org or call 815-977-7560 ext 13.

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU reserves the right to modify any terms, any requirements, or any options of this program at any time, without notice.

Herb Eldean Scholarship

Supplemental Questions

Are you an active member of the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity?
Would you consider yourself to have an entrepreneurial spirit? Explain.

Select next at the bottom to get more information on this easy scholarship for just being a Phi Sig

Out of House Scholarship

Supplemental Questions

Were you a member the entire previous semester (i.e., you did not initiate in the semester you are requesting an award?
Will you or are you not living in the house this current semester (i.e., you have been a member for at least one FULL semester and also living outside the fraternity house)

Select next at the bottom to get more information on this scholarship

CAMPUS WIDE POSITION SCHOLARSHIP

Campus-Wide Position Scholarship Program

Who is sponsoring this scholarship program?

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of Northern Illinois University is awarding this scholarship to promote and encourage involvement on campus

Who’s eligible for receiving these scholarships?

Must have been an initiated member at the beginning of the year the award was earned. Must serve in the position for the full year term (two semesters) and be recognized as having served in that role by the faculty advisor for that organization for the previous year (not currently in that role). Must be elected into this position. Must be an executive board member (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, or Trustee) of the qualified Student Government Association recognized organization unless otherwise noted below. Qualified organizations/positions are listed below. The award amount is $200 per member.

Student Government Association Executive Officer (President, VP, Treasurer, Trustee) - usually August through May
Student Government Association Director - usually August through April
Student Government Association Senator - usually September through April
Interfraternity Council Officer (President or Vice President) - usually November through November
Campus Activities Board (President or Vice President) - usually August through April
NIU Foundation Board (student representative) - usually August through April

When will all the winners be announced?

When all records including eligible members' transcripts have been received, the Alumni Board Scholarship Chairman will compile a list that will be voted on by the Alumni Board. After the vote, the Alumni Scholarship Chairman will inform the local chapter of the awardees. At that point, the monies will be deposited into an account or issued a credit to RB&D (if applicable) and the recipient(s) will either be provided a check or have funds deposited into their bursar's account. Plaques may be handed out to the winners at an appropriate date.

Who do I contact if I have any questions?

Questions may be addressed in writing only to the Alumni Board Scholarship Chairman at Scholarship@PSKaaNIU.org or call 815-977-7560 ext 13.

The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU reserves the right to modify any terms, any requirements, or any options of this program at any time, without notice.

PSK Alumni Housing Director Financial Assistance Award

To be eligible for this award you must live in the fraternity house and demonstrate a serious financial need. Awards are provided as a credit issued via your RB&D balance due OR an interest-based "payback" agreement with terms. Restrictions apply. Must be a member in good standing at the time award is issued. Verification of information may be requested. The Phi Sigma Kappa Alumni Association of NIU reserves the right to modify any terms, any requirements, or any options of this program at any time, without notice.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS / AWARDS -------- [NOT FUNDED BY THE PHI SIGMA KAPPA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF NIU]

Other Scholarships / Awards Program

Please continue to be directed to the other Scholarships/Awards we offer.

General Information

Welcome to the Phi Sigma Kappa Pi Pentaton Alumni Association's Scholarship Request Form.

In order to receive scholarship money from the PSK Alumni Association, you MUST submit this request no later than February 15 (for the previous Fall Semester) and June 15 (for the previous Spring Semester). If you miss these deadlines you will NOT be eligible to receive any funds. Any questions please first {click here to read the rules} then email the Alumni Scholarship Chairman at Scholarship@PSKaaNIU.org

IMPORTANT: You will be required to provide a verified copy of your transcript. At some point, after filling out this request you will be notified of how to provide a copy of your transcript.

REMINDER / IMPORTANT: This form is used ONLY for PSK Alumni Association of NIU Scholarships/Awards. Please note that some scholarships and awards are NOT provided by the PSK Alumni Association. You will be redirected when appropriate.

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