Veterans

Veteran Scholarships

Veterans rejoining society as a civilian encounter many obstacles but pursuing higher education shouldn’t be one of them. PTK wants to help translate your military skillsets into meaningful experiences to flex your leadership and quick-thinking skills to earn scholarships.

Community College Scholarships for Veterans

PTK offers nearly $1 million in scholarships through our Foundation, and with the help of partners like the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, there are scholarships allocated exclusively for Veterans and those currently serving in the military that complement your GI Bill.

PTK’s competitive scholarship application has two program deadlines.

Spring Programs available now through May 15th.

  • Leaders of Promise
  • Regional Scholarships
  • The Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship

Fall Programs available July 1st – December 3rd

  • All-USA/New Century/Coca-Cola Academic Team
  • AMSA Pre-Med Scholarship
  • Dr. Adam James Pre-Medical Student Scholarship
  • Guistwhite & Hites Transfer Scholarships
  • TEK
  • IPSLEI (Graham/Coleman/Resurreccion)
  • Regional Scholarships

Log in to the scholarship portal at the beginning of each semester to update your active scholarship for continuing program eligibility.


Available Veteran Scholarships

All-State Academic Team Programs

Applicants must be nominated by your college’s designated nominator and reside in one of the 39 participating states.

  • Over $41 million available
  • Receive special local recognition, including medallions, certificates and oftentimes scholarships

View All-State Academic Team Programs

All-USA Academic Team Scholarship

Open to non-members, All-USA Academic Team Scholarship applicants must be nominated by their college’s designated nominator and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and significant campus and community engagement.

  • 20 scholarships of $5,000 each
  • Total awards of $100,000
  • Commemorative medallions

View All-USA Academic Team Scholarship

Christopher A. Calhoun Transfer Scholarship

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and Phi Theta Kappa member, enrolled in an associate degree program in South Carolina with plans to enroll in a four-year college baccalaureate degree program in South Carolina for the next fall semester, eligible and apply for the All-USA Academic Team, and be nominated by the student’s college.

  • One $1,000 scholarship awarded annually
  • Recognition at the All-South Carolina Academic Team event

Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholarship

Open to non-members, Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholarship applicants must be nominated by their college’s designated nominator and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and significant campus and/or community leadership and service.

  • 50 Gold Scholar Awards of $1,500
  • 50 Silver Scholar Awards of $1,250
  • 50 Bronze Scholar Awards of $1,000
  • Total awards of $187,500
  • Commemorative medallions

View Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholarship

Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA, have completed 12-36 semester hours, and be currently enrolled in an associate degree program.

  • 200 scholarships of $1,000 each
  • 25 scholarships earmarked for military
  • 7 Global Leaders of Promise Scholars awarded
  • Total awards of $207,000

View Coca-Cola’s Leaders of Promise Scholarship

Dr. Mary Hood Texas Region Scholarship

Applicants must be eligible and apply for the Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship and enrolled in an associate degree program in Texas.

  • One $1,500 scholarship awarded annually
  • Recognition as a Dr. Mary Hood Texas Region Scholar

Guistwhite Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members that will be transferring to a senior institution in the next fall term and demonstrate outstanding Phi Theta Kappa participation. 

  • 15 scholarships of $5,000 each
  • Total awards of $75,000
  • Commemorative medallions

View Guistwhite Scholarship

Hites Transfer Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members that will be transferring full-time to a senior institution in the next fall term and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. 

  • 10 scholarships of $7,500 each
  • Total awards of $75,000
  • Commemorative medallions

View Hites Transfer Scholarship

Hurst Review NCLEX Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must be enrolled in a nursing
degree program.

  • 25 scholarships of $250 each for the NCLEX® exam fee
  • Free subscription to the premier Hurst NCLEX® Review for scholarship recipients
  • Total awards of $13,750

View Hurst Review NCLEX® Scholarship

New Century Pathway Scholarship

Open to non-members, New Century Pathway Scholarship applicants must be a top-scoring student from one the 50 United States, Canada or other sovereign nations where at least one Phi Theta Kappa Chapter resides and be nominated by their college’s designated nominator.

  • 52 scholarships for Transfer Pathway
  • 52 scholarships for Workforce Pathway

View New Century Pathway Scholarship

Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must graduate within 18 months from the time of application.

  • 15 scholarships of $1,000 each
  • Total awards of $15,000

View Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion Scholarship

Pacific Region Transfer Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must be currently enrolled at a two-year college in the Pacific Region, transferring to a senior institution in the Pacific Region in the next fall semester, and be eligible for the Guistwhite or Hites Scholarships.

  • Up to two $1,000 scholarships awarded annually
  • Recognition at the Pacific Regional Convention

PTK Workforce Development Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only; applicants must be pursuing a workforce-related major and must enter the workforce after graduating with an associate degree or certificate.

  • 1 scholarship of $1,500 awarded annually
  • Recognition as a PTK Workforce Development Scholar

Richard L. Resurreccion Public Safety Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and be enrolled in associate degree programs in the following majors: Criminal Justice, Fire Science, Fire Technology, Emergency Medical Services, Public Safety Administration, Emergency Management, or Homeland Security. 

  • One $1,000 scholarship

Visit Richard L. Resurreccion Public Safety Scholarship

Ronny J. Coleman Fire and Emergency Services Leader of Future Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members only, applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and be enrolled in associate degree programs in the following majors:  Fire Science, Fire Technology, Emergency Medical Services, Fire & Emergency Services Administration, Community Risk Reduction, Fire Engineering, Fire Prevention, or Public Safety Education.

  • One $1,000 scholarship

Visit Ronny J. Coleman Scholarship

TEK Productions Scholarship

Applicants must be Phi Theta Kappa members with a minimum 3.5 GPA and majoring in Production, Event Management, Theater, Performing Arts, Graphic Design, Video Editing, or Stage Management.

  • One $500 scholarship

Visit TEK Productions Scholarship

The Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship

The Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship provides financial support for high-achieving students, especially those who have been in foster care, to achieve their educational opportunities in pursuing the careers and futures they desire.

  • 1 scholarship of $500 awarded annually

View The Kevin and Rosa Byrne Family Scholarship

Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Certification Scholarship

Open to Phi Theta Kappa members as well as non-members; applicants must be enrolled in an Allied Health or Pharmacy Technician Program and intend to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.

  • 50 scholarships of $250 each for the Pharmacy Technician Certification exam fee
  • Total awards of $12,500

Visit Walgreens Pharmacy Technician Certification Scholarship

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