University of Washington Mortar Board Membership Application

  • University of Washington Mortar Board Membership Application

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  • Founded in 1918, Mortar Board is a national honor society recognizing college juniors and seniors for their exemplary scholarship, leadership, and service. For over 108 years, collegiate Mortar Board chapters across the United States choose members who exemplify the ideals of Mortar Board. The Tolo chapter of Mortar Board at the University of Washington was chartered back in 1925! We are currently accepting applications for the next class of Mortar Boards!

    Please consider applying if you have a genuine love of learning, demonstrated commitment to leadership, and have served your campus and/or community with distinction. Mortar Board members are selected for their outstanding achievements, but what truly brings members together is their dedication to helping others. This community of scholars creates change for good, whether on their college campuses, in their communities, or at a global level.

    Mortar Board membership is a lifelong distinction that sets students apart from their peers by not only recognizing excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service, but by providing members opportunities for personal and professional development both during their collegiate membership and beyond.

    Mortar Board is a non-profit society accredited by the Association of College Honor Societies, the leading certifying body for honor societies, and works in accordance with the mission of the Council for Advancement of Standards (CAS) standards for College Honor Societies. More information about Mortar Board can be found on our website: www.mortarboard.org.

  • Candidate Information

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  • Academic Profile Information

    Please answer to the best of your ability. Mortar Board selection is based on a few factors, including academic success. Mortar Board candidates must have completed at least 50% of their undergraduate coursework by the end of the semester they are initiated. To be selected for membership, candidates must be in the top 35% of their class or have at least a 3.3 GPA, which ever is higher. Candidates can petition for a scholarship exception if academic minimums are not met.
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  • Demonstrated Leadership and Service

    In addition to academic achievements, Mortar Board selects members based on a accomplishments in, and a sustained commitment to, leadership and service. Below, please briefly describe up to 3 areas where you have served your campus and/or community with distinction and made an impact. Mortar Board is a community of scholars that creates change for good, whether on college campuses, in communities, or at the global level.
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  • Reference

    Please provide the contact information for a professional reference. No recommendation letters are needed, but the reference may be contacted if further information is needed.

  • Additional Information

  • How did you find out about Mortar Board? (check all that apply)*

  • Terms of Membership

    Please read and complete the terms of membership below and acknowledge you have read them with your initials.

  • Mortar Board membership is a lifelong distinction that sets students apart from their peers by not only recognizing excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service, but by providing members opportunities for personal and professional development both during their collegiate membership and beyond.

    All students selected for Mortar Board membership, are expected to engage as part of their Local (on campus) Chapter and the National Society. Additional society-wide opportunities and professional development sessions are often made available to members. 

  • MEMBER BENEFITS 

    Benefits of Mortar Board membership include:

    • Forming meaningful connections with faculty, administrators, and other campus leaders;
    • Joining a talented alumni network of 300,000 leaders nationwide;
    • Gaining professional development and leadership skills;
    • Career and graduate school connections and advice;
    • Access to graduate fellowships only available to members awarded by the Mortar Board National Foundation;
    • Discounts and member benefits with affiliate programs;
    • Assurance that those beginning a federal government job begin at the GS7 level;
    • Opportunities to engage with both virtual and in-person events, programs; and
    • Membership for life.

  • MEMBERSHIP DUES

    Please be aware that in order to activate your membership account you must pay a one-time national dues payment of $100 dollars. Note: Active campus-based chapters may also collect local dues.

    We never want financial barriers to keep anyone from membership, so payment plans are available for students who need them. If you have any questions or need additional financial assistance, please get in touch with the National Office (614-488-4094) or chapters@mortarboard.org.

  • APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

    I assert that all the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

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