Pi Sigma Alpha - University of Oregon Beta Theta Chapter

Apply to Pi Sigma Alpha

To apply for membership into the Beta Theta chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political science honor society, you may print out an application online or pick one up outside the department office, 935 PLC. All completed applications should be handed into the Political Science Peer Advising office. There is a one-time charge of $40 for chapter dues. Applications are due at the end of Fall term. You may download your application below.

   2007-08 Application
   2007-08 Application
   Leadership Application

Membership Eligibility

The purpose of Pi Sigma Alpha is to stimulate scholarship and interest in the subject of government by providing tangible recognition to students who have excelled in the field. Minimum standards for admission, established by the ACHS and the PSA national constitution, for juniors, seniors and graduate students are:

Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA in political science coursework and a 3.0 overall GPA at the University of Oregon
Juniors and seniors must have at least fifteen credits completed in political science coursework
Graduate students must have at least nine credits completed in political science coursework

For an explanation on how to calculate your GPA, download the following worksheet.