The Ohio Delta Leadership and Excellence Scholarship
2026 Application Opens:
Deadline to apply:
Scholarship winner(s) announced:
The Ohio Delta Chapter of Phi Kappa Psi at The Ohio State University is proud to recognize and support exceptional young men who demonstrate leadership, academic achievement, athletic accomplishment, and a commitment to serving others.
In 2026, Phi Kappa Psi Ohio Delta will award up to $25,000 in scholarships to deserving Ohio State freshmen and sophomores who exemplify the values upon which our fraternity was founded: character, integrity, honor, leadership, and service.
Founded upon the principle of The Great Joy of Serving Others, Phi Kappa Psi seeks to develop men who lead with purpose and make a positive impact in their communities. The Ohio Delta Leadership and Excellence Scholarship was established to recognize students who have distinguished themselves through excellence in academics, athletics, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement.
Scholarship Criteria
- Academic achievement and intellectual curiosity
- Leadership demonstrated in school, athletics, employment, or community organizations
- Athletic participation and accomplishment
- Personal character, integrity, and alignment with the values of Phi Kappa Psi
No Membership Requirement
Applying for or receiving this scholarship does not require or obligate applicants to join Phi Kappa Psi. The scholarship is open to all eligible freshman and sophomore men enrolled at The Ohio State University, regardless of their interest in fraternity membership.
About Phi Kappa Psi
Phi Kappa Psi was founded in 1852 on the principle of The Great Joy of Serving Others, a value that continues to guide its members today. At The Ohio State University, the Ohio Delta Chapter was chartered in 1880, making it one of the oldest fraternities on campus. For more than 145 years, Ohio Delta has helped develop leaders in business, education, public service, athletics, and the arts while fostering a culture of academic excellence, integrity, leadership, and service. Ohio Delta seeks to recognize and encourage outstanding young men who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in the classroom, in athletics, and in their communities, and who show great promise as future leaders at The Ohio State University and beyond.