Golden Key International Honour Society (GKIHS) recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement and excellence among college and university students from all academic disciplines.
Membership Overview
- Membership is by invitation only
- Invitations are sent quarterly, via email
Membership Requirements
Undergraduate students
- Minimum of 45 credit hours completed (sophomores, juniors and seniors)
- At least one class at Strayer University
- 3.7 GPA or better
Graduate students
- One graduate class at Strayer University
- 3.5 GPA or better
Golden Key International Honour Society and Strayer University Commencement
Members may choose to wear the honor cord with Golden Key (GK) charm, the medallion on ribbon and/or honor stole. Items may be purchased from the GKIHS online store.
If you have questions or need more information, please contact goldenkeyihs@strayer.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I become a member?
A: Membership is open by invitation only.
Q: When are invitations sent?
A: Invitations are sent quarterly, via email.
Q: What does this honor society recognize?
A: Golden Key International Honour Society (GKIHS) recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement and excellence among college and university students from all academic disciplines.
Q: Are all academic disciplines eligible?
A: Yes
Q: How can I obtain an honor cord, medallion and/or stole?
A: Items may be purchased from the GKIHS online store.
Q: May I wear my honor items at commencement?
A: Yes, the honor items may be worn at commencement to distinguish academic excellence.
Q: Are undergraduate students eligible for this honor society?
A: Yes
Q: What are the requirements for undergraduate students?
A: Undergraduate students must meet the following requirements at least one quarter prior to commencement: obtain a minimum of 45 credit hours; have earned at least 67.5 credit hours through Strayer University; maintained an overall 3.8 GPA; and have all requirements completed at least one quarter prior to graduation.
Q: Are graduate students eligible for this honor society?
A: Yes
Q: What are the requirements for graduate students?
A: Graduate students must meet the following requirements: one graduate class at Strayer University; maintained an overall 3.5 GPA.
Q: How can I contact Golden Key International Honour Society?
A: Please email goldenkeyihs@strayer.edu.
Q: What is the website address?
A: Golden Key International Honour Society can be found at www.goldenkey.org.
