National Kappa Kappa Iota, Inc.
Collegiate & Campus Kappas
Begin your Kappa journey while still in school — information for education majors and campus chapter members looking to join the Kappa Kappa Iota family.
Campus Kappas
Start your Kappa journey in college
Collegiate membership in Kappa Kappa Iota is open to full-time education majors currently enrolled at accredited colleges and universities. It's the perfect way to build professional connections, develop leadership skills, and join a community of future educators before you ever set foot in your own classroom.
As a Collegiate Kappa, you'll participate in local chapter activities, gain access to national scholarship opportunities, and begin building the professional network that will support your entire teaching career. Upon graduation and entry into the profession, Collegiate Kappas can seamlessly transition into Active membership — carrying their Kappa bonds from campus into their careers.
Collegiate Eligibility Requirements
- ✦Currently enrolled as a full-time education major at an accredited college or university.
- ✦Minimum GPA as determined by your local campus chapter (typically 2.5 or higher).
- ✦Commitment to the professional values and mission of Kappa Kappa Iota.
- ✦Attendance at one chapter meeting as an invited guest prior to acceptance.
- ✦Payment of collegiate dues for the current academic year.
Dues: Collegiate dues are $30.00 annually. All dues are paid to the local chapter treasurer. Contact your campus chapter for the current dues schedule.
Why Join
Benefits of Collegiate Membership
Professional Network
Connect with active educators across the country before you graduate, building relationships that last a lifetime and open doors in your career.
Scholarship Eligibility
Collegiate members are eligible to apply for the National Kappa Kappa Iota Scholarship and the Collegiate Achievement Award.
Mentor Access
Be paired with an experienced Kappa educator who can guide your professional development and support your first steps in the classroom.
Leadership Experience
Take on leadership roles within your campus chapter and build the organizational and communication skills that define great educators.
The Process
How to Join
1
Express Your Interest
Contact your campus Kappa chapter or reach out to your state president to be connected with the chapter at your school.
2
Attend a Chapter Meeting
Prospective members are required to attend at least one chapter meeting as an invited guest before being accepted into the organization.
3
Submit Your Application
Download and complete the Collegiate Member Application from our Forms page and submit it to your campus chapter president.
4
Pay Dues & Be Initiated
Pay collegiate dues of $30.00 to your local chapter treasurer and attend your formal initiation ceremony. Welcome to Kappa!
5
Transition to Active Membership
Upon graduation and entry into the profession, transition seamlessly into Active membership in a local chapter near you.
Start a Campus Chapter
Don't have a Kappa chapter at your school? Work with the national organization to charter a new collegiate chapter on your campus. Here's how to get started:
1
Contact the national office to express interest in establishing a chapter at your institution.
2
Identify at least 5 interested education majors to serve as founding members.
3
Secure a faculty advisor from your school's College of Education to sponsor the chapter.
4
Complete and submit the New Chapter Application from our Forms page.
5
Receive your charter and be welcomed into the national Kappa Kappa Iota family.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I join if I'm an education minor, not a major? +
Eligibility varies by campus chapter. Most chapters require an education major, but some accept education minors or students pursuing teaching certification. Contact your nearest campus chapter or the national office to confirm eligibility at your school.
What happens to my membership after graduation? +
Upon graduation and entry into the education profession, Collegiate Kappas are encouraged to transition to Active membership in a local chapter. Contact your state president to find the nearest Active chapter in your area.
Are collegiate members eligible for national scholarships? +
Yes — Collegiate Kappa members in good standing are eligible to apply for the National Kappa Kappa Iota Scholarship and the Collegiate Kappa Achievement Award. Visit our Scholarships page for application details and deadlines.
How much are collegiate dues? +
Collegiate and Inactive membership dues are $30.00 annually, paid to the local chapter treasurer. This is lower than the Active member dues rate of $60.00 per year nationally.
What if there's no Kappa chapter at my school? +
You can work with the national organization to establish a new collegiate chapter at your institution. Contact the national office and we'll walk you through the chartering process. You need at least 5 interested education majors and a faculty advisor to get started.