Committed to Academic Success
- Since our founding as a literary society more than 160 years ago, Phi Mu has been committed to the academic and personal development of our members. We know that the success of our collegiate chapters depends on the success of our individual members – and academic excellence is at the center of a successful collegiate experience.
Each Phi Mu collegiate chapter is required to achieve a 2.75 combined GPA or the All-Women’s Average, whichever is greater, in order to remain in good standing and hold a chapter leadership position.
And our members are not on their own – each chapter has an Academic Excellence Chairwoman and a Chapter Academic Excellence Adviser that provide all members with academic support.
Phi Mu Foundation Scholarship Program
- Phi Mu Foundation is committed to supporting the academic development of our members. During the 2023-2024 fiscal year, Phi Mu Foundation awarded 164 undergraduate and graduate scholarships totaling $194,000.
Most scholarships are unrestricted, but some have been established for a particular chapter, field of study, state of residence or college. The minimum requirement for all Phi Mu scholarships is a 3.0 grade point average and all Phi Mu members who meet the requirements are eligible to apply. Merit and financial need-based scholarships are available through Phi Mu Foundation. Applicants are scored in several categories: academic, involvement (Phi Mu/campus/ community), financial need, personal statements and recommendations.
Phi Mu was the first NPC group to endow a fund through the NPC Foundation for academic excellence. This fund not only helps chapters but also provides guidance and academic programming for college Panhellenics across the country.
GPA Requirements
- Phi Mu Phi Gamma requires its members to maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75. This academic standard ensures that members are prioritizing their education while participating in chapter activities. The sorority values academic excellence as a core part of its mission and encourages members to support one another in their academic goals. Members who fall below the GPA requirement may be placed on academic probation and offered resources to help them improve. By setting this GPA threshold, Phi Mu Phi Gamma promotes a culture of responsibility and personal growth. Maintaining a 2.75 GPA reflects the chapter's commitment to balancing sisterhood with scholastic achievement.
Academic Excellence Support
- When a sister of Phi Mu Phi Gamma falls below the 2.75 cumulative GPA requirement, she is guided through the chapter’s Honor process. This supportive system is designed to help members identify challenges and create a plan for academic improvement. Through check-ins, goal-setting, and accountability, the process encourages sisters to stay focused and motivated. Phi Mu believes in helping each sister reach her full potential, both academically and personally. The chapter is always willing to work with members, offering encouragement and resources to get them back on track. With this compassionate approach, Phi Mu Phi Gamma fosters a community where every sister is empowered to grow and succeed.