Scholarship

The Minnesota Beta Chapter of Phi Kappa Psi gives out many local scholarships, and is eligible for the many national scholarships.  Phi Psi has one of the largest endowment funds, which goes primarily towards undergraduate scholarships.  Minnesota Beta has a long lasting tradition of recieving national scholarships; I hope you or your son can take part in the tradition.

We are currently undergoing a fantasy scholarship program, which puts a few groups of brothers against each other for the highest collective gpa.  More details to come...

We also have a cultural and intellectual advancement program in which we visit museums and different events/locations for the cultural advancement of our members.

National Scholarship Info

Fall awards are as follows. The deadline for applications and support materials is December 1. Winners are usually announced by February 19 (Founders Day).

Apply for Fall Awards Online
(available Aug. 1 through Dec. 1 each year)

The Ralph D. Daniel Leadership Award goes to a member who has made outstanding leadership contributions to his Phi Psi chapter, his campus, and his community. A minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply, but the applicant’s leadership accomplishments, rather than GPA, are the primary factors in the award. Leadership outside the chapter setting is most important.

The $4,000 award is named in honor of Executive Director Emeritus Ralph D. "Dud" Daniel, Arizona Alpha ‘47", who served the Fraternity between 1948 and 1979 in many capacities, including Executive Director and President of the Endowment Fund. Dud, affectionately known as Mr. Phi Psi, continues to serve the Fraternity as its most recognized and beloved diplomat in Interfraternity circles."

The Solon E. Summerfield Scholarship Program provides up to twenty-five $1,000 scholarships to undergraduates. The primary selection criteria are academic standing, and leadership and service to the chapter, campus and community. Emphasis is placed on chapter leadership. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply.

In addition, three brothers will be selected as Outstanding Solon E. Summerfield Scholars. First prize is $3,000, first runner-up receives $2,500 and the second runner-up receives an award of $2,000.

Solon E. Summerfield, Kansas Alpha 1899, was a prominent New York businessman and philanthropist whose commitment to academic achievement and leadership is carried on by both the University of Kansas and the Endowment Fund of the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity.

The Ernest H. Garbe Award was created to honor Ernie Garbe, New York Gamma '40. These awards will recognize graduate or undergraduate students majoring in journalism or communications (including advertising and broadcasting). A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.

Brother Garbe was a founder of the New York City Alumni Association and of the chapter newsletter award he and the NYC Alumni Association sponsored. The award is $2,500 and is awarded in both fall and spring.

The Winston R. "Win" Tate Award of $2,500 will recognize graduate or undergraduate students in business, with preference given to those studying economics, accounting or finance. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.

Win Tate, Kansas Alpha '18, made his fortune in banking and provided generous bequests to the Endowment Fund and to Kansas Alpha at his death. This award is made in both fall and spring.

Spring awards are as follows. The deadline for applications and support materials is May 1. Winners are usually announced by August 1.

Apply for Spring Awards Online!
(available Jan. 1 through May 1 each year)

The Founders Fellowships for graduate study provide up to six $4,000 awards for members who are in graduate school now or who will enter graduate school next fall. Academic standing, leadership, and character are primary considerations. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply.

The Philip M. Cornelius Scholarship was created by the children of Philip M. Cornelius, Indiana ’25. Brother Cornelius served as President of the Fraternity 1970-1972, was a member of the Ancient Order of the S. C. and a dedicated alumnus of Phi Kappa Psi.

First awarded in 1993, a $1,500 grant will be given to an undergraduate Phi Psi with financial need, at least a 2.75 GPA, and demonstrated moral character and leadership skills.

The Ben King Award is a $1,000 scholarship to an undergraduate who is majoring in engineering (or a related field) and who is working to support himself while in college. The award recognizes an outstanding brother in need of financial assistance who demonstrates academic excellence, leadership skills, and strong character. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply.

This award honors Ben King, New York Zeta ‘06, an engineer and former president of Chrysler Corporation–United Kingdom.

The Ruddick C. Lawrence Awards for Public Service are two $2500 awards to undergraduate members or groups of Phi Psis who have provided meritorious service to people or organizations outside Phi Kappa Psi. While candidates must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale), emphasis will be placed on service to campus, college community, and hometown organizations.

The award honors Ruddick C. Lawrence, Washington ’31, who distinguished himself as a leader and philanthropist through his service to numerous organizations throughout his life.

The Mary Pickford-Rogers Memorial Scholarship is intended to support the studies of Phi Psis majoring in performing arts, whether as undergraduates or graduate students, the $1,500 Mary Pickford-Rogers Memorial Scholarship is presented through the generosity of her husband, Charles "Buddy" Rogers, Kansas ’23, himself an accomplished actor and musician.

The qualifying fields of study include theatre and film (writing, directing, or acting), vocal and instrumental music, opera, ballet, modern dance, and other related subjects. Telecommunications and journalism students are also eligible, as are applicants in the fine arts (painting, sculpture, etc.). A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply.

The Ernest H. Garbe Award was created to honor Ernie Garbe, New York Gamma '40. These awards will recognize graduate or undergraduate students majoring in journalism or communications (including advertising and broadcasting). A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.

Brother Garbe was a founder of the New York City Alumni Association and of the chapter newsletter award he and the NYC Alumni Association sponsored. The award is $2,500 and is awarded in both fall and spring.

The Winston R. "Win" Tate Award of $2,500 will recognize graduate or undergraduate students in business, with preference given to those studying economics, accounting or finance. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.

Win Tate, Kansas Alpha '18, made his fortune in banking and provided generous bequests to the Endowment Fund and to Kansas Alpha at his death. This award is made in both fall and spring.

The William R. Walker Award of $2,500 recognizes graduate or undergraduate students in business, real estate, housing or land use, public policy and urban planning, or a law student with the intent to practice real estate law. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.

Brother Walker, USC '27, was a founding father of the chapter at the University of Southern California and a successful real estate developer and businessman.