It is important to hold academics as the primary focus while attending Michigan State University.  Sigma Pi holds quiet hours throughout the week at the chapter house and weekly study hours at the library.  The chapter house also maintains a current class file of old tests, quizzes and notes.  Each brother must also maintain a minimum GPA in order to maintain active status in the house.  While selecting new members during RUSH, each perspective member's GPA comes into consideration as well. Sigma Pi was recognized at the 2003 Greek Gala Awards Banquet for most improved chapter GPA.  Zeta-Mu chapter moved from 23 out of 29 in Grades, to 10 out of 29 in one year just behind the MSU All Men's Average GPA.  There are many scholarship opportunities available through Sigma Pi Fraternity, International.  We invite you to take a look...

Applications will be accepted starting February 1st of each year, through May 15 only.

A new program being implemented during the next biennium will recognize its undergraduate members earning All-Sigma Pi Collegiate Honors.  The All-Sigma Pi Collegiate Honors will recognize those initiated members who maintain excellence in college academics while making positive contributions to their chapter, campus and community.  The selection process will measure an applicant's ability to balance the pursuit of a college degree with the development of his leadership skills, interactive extracurricular participation, and a sense of social responsibility. Candidates must be an initiated member in good standing, have status as a full-time student in his chapter's college, and maintain a grade point average of 3.25 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher.

Each year's recipients will receive a certificate of recognition during special ceremonies at summer programs of Convocation and Sigma Pi University, as well as being listed in the Fall Emerald magazine.  There will be no limits to how many students are honored with this award.

Nominations for scholarships and awards are accepted throughout the academic year.  Any brother of Sigma Pi can nominate himself for any scholarship for which he feels he is qualified, and an undergraduate or alumnus of Sigma Pi, a chapter, the chapter scholarship committee, or an alumni club can submit nominations of qualified people.

The size of awards is dependent upon the interest accumulated from the scholarship fund during the prior fiscal year (July 1 through June 30).  Scholarships can range in size from $250.00 to over $5,000.00.

Sigma Pi Fraternity, International's Educational Foundation Committee on Loans and Scholarships reviews applications, selecting the applicant best meeting the criteria for that award.  This committee will make its recommendations to the president of the Educational Foundation whose decision will be final.  There are many awards given out based on service/leadership and academics...

William J. Cutbirth Scholarship Created in 1977, the award was established through gifts in memory of Past Grand Sage Cutbirth. The scholarship shall be presented to an outstanding undergraduate Sigma Pi to commemorate Cutbirth's support of the Fraternity's collegiate members. Nominees must be of sophomore or junior standing at the time of application.

Becher W. Hungerford Scholarship In recognition of the years of service to the Fraternity provided by Past Grand Sage Becher Hungerford and a former president of the Educational Foundation, this award was created in 1977. The award is presented to a person or organization providing outstanding service to the Fraternity.

Frank E. Gray Scholarship In 1977, this award was created to honor the commitment to expansion of Past Grand Third Counselor Frank Gray. The scholarship is available to a graduate or undergraduate contributing the most in a year to the growth and development of new Sigma Pi Chapters.

Robert A. Falkenau Scholarship To commemorate their son who died for his country in Vietnam, Lieutenant Robert Falkenau's parents established this scholarship in 1970. Falkenau was awarded the Silver Star posthumously. This award is given in recognition of outstanding undergraduate leadership.

Richard Barnard Scholarship Established in 1999 to honor past Educational Foundation President Barnard who died shortly after completing his term as president. The award is presented to a Sigma Pi volunteer to further their education.

Harold Jacobsen Scholarship Harold Jacobsen began his service to Sigma Pi as Executive Secretary in 1927 and continued as an active board member of the Educational Foundation until 1992. A lifelong commitment to education and academics was acknowledged by the creation of this award. The Jacobsen Scholarship recognizes the Sigma Pi most exemplifying academic excellence. Nominees must be a sophomore or junior at the time of application.

Curtis G. Shake Scholarship Honorary Grand Sage Shake was the Fraternity's first grand fourth counselor and began the endowment fund. As an attorney, Chief Justice of the Indiana Supreme Court, and later a presiding justice at the Nuremberg War Trials, he had an outstanding legal career. This award was established in 1972 to honor Judge Shake's commitment to Fraternity and career. The scholarship is presented to a deserving first or second year law student.

Lyle H. Smith Scholarship In 1983, the Educational Foundation created this scholarship to memorialize the contributions of Past Grand Sage Smith. To assist brothers in his field, a student showing excellence in Hotel and Food Management or a related area shall receive this award.

If you are interested in any of these scholarships, the nominating form is available on on-line.  Nominations must be received by mail or electronically by May 1.  Applications for the award or scholarship will be forwarded to eligible nominees beginning in March of each academic year.  Applications must be postmarked by June 1 for consideration by the Educational Foundation.