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Tau Beta Pi

The Engineering Honor Society

Our Vision

Tau Beta Pi is universally recognized as the preeminent engineering honor society that students of all engineering disciplines strive to join.
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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How to Join

You must be invited by a chapter and be a junior (top 1/8) or senior (top 1/5) in your engineering class. If you feel you are eligible, contact the chapter on your campus.

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Programs We Offer

Include recognizing academic and professional success, promoting well-rounded education, and providing opportunities for leadership.

Our programs
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Fellowships & Scholarships
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Engineering Futures
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Annual Awards
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Community Service

Fellowships & Scholarships

The Association awards 30 Fellowships of $10,000 to students for one year of graduate study in any discipline of engineering. At least 250 Scholarships of $2,000 are awarded each year to members for their senior year of study in engineering.

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Engineering Futures

The award-winning Tau Beta Pi Engineering Futures Program was founded more than 20 years ago to meet a need to provide training in leadership skills, those non-technical skills necessary for success in the workplace but rarely included in engineering curricula.

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Annual Awards

Each year Tau Beta Pi recognizes Distinguished Alumni for upholding the ideals of the Association throughout their lives; Laureates for members who outstandingly exemplify that a well-rounded education is essential for success and make significant contributions outside of engineering; a McDonald Mentor for a member who consistently supports the personal and professional development of his or her students and/or colleagues as an excellent mentor or advisor; and an Outstanding Advisor for exceptional performance among collegiate chapter advisors.

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Community Service

Tau Beta Pi chapters and members are an important part of their local community. The Association supports and promotes opportunities to give back and be active in local communities through our K-12 MindSET Program and Greater Interest in Government project grants. Learn more about the activities our chapters participate in.

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1885

Founded June 15, 1885

$1 Million

Awarded annually in support of education

249

Collegiate Chapters

606,417

Total Initiated Members

Testimonials

Daniel B.I am still involved in Tau Beta Pi because it gave me the opportunity to grow leadership capabilities before starting my career. I wanted to have something to show for my membership, and my chapter helped me to take on responsibilities I didn't even know I wanted, leading to a rich and fulfilling experience that has helped me gain insight into management and working with groups.

Daniel B. – University of Michigan-Dearborn

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La Nyrah W.Before Tau Beta Pi, I never felt like I fit in or belonged at my school. This Engineering honor society has given me the opportunity to grow and strengthen skills I never knew I had. I'm so grateful for all the amazing people I've met. Thank you for everything Tau Beta Pi! I cannot wait to see what else is in store.

La Nyrah W. – Prairie View A&M Univ. alumna

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Drake P.Drake was awarded a chapter scholarship based on academic achievement and community service. He appreciates all of the opportunities Tau Beta Pi has given him. "The scholarship is just one addition to the many ways Tau Beta Pi gives back to its members."

Drake P. – Mississippi State Univ. student

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Ben Franklin Medal
2020 Benjamin Franklin Medal

C. Daniel Mote Jr., Ph.D., CA A '59, awarded for mechanical engineering.

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