Tau Beta Pi

The Engineering Honor Society

Who are We?

Tau Beta Pi is The Engineering Honor Society that represents engineers of all disciplines. We have been maintaining integrity and excellence since founded at Lehigh University in 1885.
Why Join?

To be recognized by your peers as being a distinguished scholar with exemplary character.

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Who Can Join?

Learn the scholastic requirements to join as an undergraduate or graduate student, alumni, or practicing engineer.

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Check out this short video at a Tau Beta Pi Convention with interviews from TBP members.

Our Mission

As the only academic honor society that confers recognition on eligible individuals from all engineering disciplines, Tau Beta Pi:
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Recognizes those who have conferred honor upon their Alma Maters by distinguished scholarship and exemplary character as students in engineering, or by their attainments as alumni in the field of engineering.

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Provides leadership and professional development training for engineering students and alumni members.

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Promotes lifelong alumnus member involvement and cultivates a community of dedicated high achievers.

Tau Beta Pi by the numbers:


1885

Founded June 15, 1885

$810,000

And more awarded annually in support of education

257

Collegiate Chapters

642,193

Total Initiated Members

Member Testimonials

Dr. Michaelyn T. – Maryland Alpha Alumna

Dr. Michaelyn ThomasI love being a member of Tau Beta Pi because this esteemed organization is a great lifelong network of brilliant engineers who make incredible impacts around the world. We all bring our diverse engineering skillsets together to improve life on Earth through innovation and our love of engineering. Further, I am able to lead as a role model, especially to underrepresented groups, through Tau Beta Pi. I enjoy mentoring, sponsoring, and advocating for all to pursue engineering education and careers.

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Ingridy F. – President at the Univ. of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Julia W.When I first came to UTRGV as an international student, I promised my mom that I would give 100% in everything I did because it was such a journey to get here. Now, as a senior reflecting on these last 3 years, I feel a deep sense of gratitude. The challenges, the growth, and the opportunities I've had - none of it has been easy, but it's all been so worth it. Being given the chance to lead Tau Beta Pi is truly a blessing, and I want to serve and lead with everything I have. I'm thankful to God for opening these doors, and I'm excited to help make a lasting impact with our amazing TBP family.

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Michael B. – 2022 Scholarship Recipient

Michael B.Throughout my collegiate career, one of my most important goals was to be around talented individuals who can help me grow as an engineer and as a person. Having the opportunity to join fellow student engineers with the same mindset granted me a community where all members are valued and willing to help one another and give back to their community. Tau Beta Pi became more than just a resume bullet point; it became a community where I can give back, thrive, and learn from others. I was able to make not only connections but friends that I will remember for a lifetime, and earn a scholarship that helped me complete my college career.

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