Phi Theta Kappa

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Phi Theta Kappa and Jesuit Founders Full Tuition Scholarship Opportunities

As a Phi Theta Kappa scholar, we are impressed by what you have achieved in your college career thus far. The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Scholarship is one of the most prestigious scholarships offered by Detroit Mercy.  If awarded, full tuition will be met with a combination of the PTK Scholarship and other federal, state and private grants and scholarships. Completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required.

The Jesuit Founders Scholarship, also a top scholarship, rewards transfer students who have been academically successful and show promise of continued excellence.  If awarded, full tuition will be met with a combination of the Jesuit Founders Scholarship and other federal, state and private grants and scholarships. Completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required.

Criteria

  • Transfer student status (high school dual enrolled students are not eligible)
  • Minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA (all undergraduate coursework after high school)
  • PTK Membership (Not required for Jesuit Founders)
  • Plan to enroll full-time at Detroit Mercy
  • No prior bachelor’s degree
  • Standard admission with no conditions
  • 24+ transferable credits
  • Complete FAFSA listing Detroit Mercy as the number 1 school (School Code: 002323)
  • Qualified students will be invited to participate once admitted

Winter 2025 Deadlines:

  • Invitations will be sent to those eligible on a rolling basis starting September 5, 2024 
  • Must be admitted by November 4, 2024
  • Documents must be submitted by November 15, 2024 
  • Recipients will be notified by December 6, 2024

Meet the Fall 2024 Recipients!

Melissa Converse"Being able to fully concentrate on school and not worry about the financial aspect is transformative and something I wish the entire student body of the United States could experience. I will be working and learning from a humble place of gratitude. No greater motivator exists, in my mind, than this."

Melissa Converse, English
Schoolcraft College

 

 

 

Kimberlynn Debolt"The ability to focus on my education without the worry of paying tuition will allow me to pursue my degree within my fullest capacity. Through this scholarship, I will be able to receive an education of high quality that will prepare me to reach my goals and have a productive career."

Kimberlynn Debolt, Cybersecurity
Henry Ford College

 

 

 

CaSandra LaRue"This scholarship will allow me to complete a degree that I have been trying to obtain for over two decades. This opportunity allows me to continue to volunteer while going to school, without having to increase my hours at work to pay for tuition."

CaSandra LaRue, Political Science
Wayne County Community College

 

 

 

Aliza Rehman"Receiving this scholarship means that I am able to be a part of a highly ranked institution where I can grow academically. Being involved with an exceptional university while receiving financial support makes me feel one step closer to my future goals."

Aliza Rehman, Pre-Physician Assistant / Biology
Oakland Community College

Previous Recipients

2023-2024

Luna Alsharak, Pre-Dental / Biology
Macomb Community College

Walaa Bazoun, Biology
Henry Ford College

Erin DeFever, Religious Studies
Oakland Community College

Abrar Mohsen, Architectural Engineering
Henry Ford College

Brendan Wallace, Business Administration
Macomb Community College

2022-2023

Tiffany Brown, Business Administration
Macomb Community College

Sophia Doublet, Architecture
Grand Valley State University

Bartholomew Footman, Cybersecurity
Macomb Community College

Andri Myftari, Business Administration
Drake University, Iowa

Sara Shannan, Computer Science
Henry Ford College

Austin Ursuy, Business Administration
Grand Valley State University

Opu Zaman, Computer Science
Macomb Community College

2021-2022

Hossean Alziyadi, Health Services Administration
Macomb Community College

Zeinab Chami, Health Services Administration
Collin County Community College District, Texas

Cole Luken, Political Science/Pre-Law
Oakland Community College

Ivy Miah, Business Administration
Hudson Valley Community College, New York

Keara Moroz, Biology
Macomb Community College

Selenia Rodriguez, Addiction Studies
Washtenaw Community College

Apply Now

The full-tuition scholarships cover tuition only and do not include books, additional fees or housing.  You must be admitted to be eligible for an invitation and must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Minimum requirements include the criteria listed above. If qualified, the invitation will include directions to submit a scholarship essay and one letter of recommendation. Candidates will also interview with the Scholarship Committee. Unfortunately, students who already hold a bachelor’s degree are not eligible. You can only be invited one time to compete for this scholarship and cannot defer your admission to another term or change your major.