Introduction
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing is among the most prestigious organizations in the world and exists to:

• recognize superior achievements in nursing
• encourage leadership development
• foster high nursing standards
• stimulate creative work
• strengthen the commitment to the ideas of the profession

Eligibility Requirements

The Gamma Omega Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau inducts new members annually each Spring. There are two categories of membership: 1) student and 2) community nurse leader. Candidates shall have demonstrated superior scholastic achievement, evidence of professional leadership potential and/or marked achievement in the field of nursing. Student candidates include those enrolled in baccalaureate and masters nursing programs, which have been accredited by a nationally recognized body for professional nursing. Students who meet eligibility criteria will receive an invitation to join Sigma Theta Tau in early February. Instructions for accepting membership and online registration will be within the invitation letter. Nurse leaders who meet eligibility criteria can apply online at any time but applications will be reviewed annually in February.

Undergraduate Students

• completed at least one-half (25 semester hours) of the required nursing component of the BSN curriculum
• grade point average of at least 3.0 on a four point scale as indicated by the official record of grades
• ranked in top 35% of cohort

Graduate Students (Masters and Doctoral)

• completed a minimum of one-fourth of the required graduate curriculum
• grade point average of at least 3.5 on a four point scale as indicated by the official record of grades

Community Nurse Leaders

• baccalaureate or higher degree
• demonstrated marked achievement in the field of nursing, education, practice, research or publication
• proof of exceptional achievement in one of the above areas (documented on vitae or member intent form)
• copy of highest degree (transcript or diploma) must accompany application

Application Instructions

Download and complete the appropriate application form, provide scanned copies of requested documentation and send to the Membership Involvement Chair, Valerie Coleman at vcoleman5@mcvh.vcu.edu
Online STTI Membership Application Page

Time Table: Application Review Process

February 1 Application deadline for Annual Chapter Induction*
February - March Application review
Early March Applicant notification
March 15 Member acceptance responses due
March/April Induction ceremony. Further information regarding induction will be sent with the acceptance letter.

*Community Nurse Leaders may apply throughout the year and select to attend either the annual Chapter Induction or Online Induction through Headquarters.