The Phi Beta Kappa Society is the nation's oldest academic honor society, founded December 5, 1776. A percentage of seniors achieve membership in Phi Beta Kappa.
The society calculates grade point average using the core classes: Mathematics, English, Social Studies and World Language.
Extreme hard work and dedication has been exhibited by all honorees. Phi Beta Kappa recognizes students throughout the country who have maintained a grade point average of 3.75 or higher during their sophomore and junior years, as well as the first trimester of their senior year.
Along with a high GPA, students had to maintain a good citizenship rating to be eligible for Phi Betta Kappa.