Benefits

Golden Key membership, by invitation only, is offered to the top 15% of sophomores, juniors and seniors in all fields of study at major colleges and universities worldwide.  Qualifying for Golden Key membership acknowledges exceptional ability to perform at a high academic level.

 
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    ACADEMIC RECOGNITION

    • Recognition by an international honors organization
    • Induction ceremony and reception honoring new members
    • Personalized membership certificate and press release announcement
    • Graduation honor cords, stoles, pins and pendants available

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    RESUME

    • Strengthens and enhances your resume
    • Promotes distinction as a scholar and as a high achiever
    • Assists with graduate program application(s) and with career placement

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    EXCLUSIVE JOB/CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • Exclusive Internship and employment opportunities through Golden Key's corporate affiliates
    • Online career center providing access to 14, 000 employers and tools to assist in your job search.

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    SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

    • Over $600,000 (USD) awarded annually in undergraduate and graduate scholarships
    • Scholarship programs in the visual arts, the performing arts, writing, research and more
    • Over three million dollars in scholarship awarded to date
    • Local Scholarship Application available online in Spring 2010.

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    NETWORKING:  NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY

    • 370+ chapters in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates
    • One million members from 151 countries
    • Network of high achievers, accomplished university faculty and staff, and global companies
    • Access to Golden Key's international chapter directory and online alumni directory

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    LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

    • Local, regional and international leadership positions
    • International conventions and regional conferences
    • Local, regional and international leadship positions programs

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    PUBLICATIONS

    • CONCEPTS annual magazine
    • Key Notes semi-annual newsletter

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    MEMBER DISCOUNTS & POST-GRADUATION BENEFITS

    • Eligible for select Golden Key scholarships including the $10,000 Scholar Awards for post-graduate study
    • Opportunity for involvement in alumni chapters
    • Exclusive discounts and promotions through corporate partners