The Society has a permanent national headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia so that members and alumni may stay in touch no matter where they may be. Over all Golden Key is a dynamic organization committed to meeting the needs of scholastic achievers while providing positive contributions to the campus, community, and the world. If you receive an invitation letter concerning your opportunity to join GK, you are the best of the best. Your outstanding academic achievement has placed you among a very select group of students who qualify for membership in Golden Key National Honor Society. Golden Key is internationally recognized.
Membership is by invitation only.
The goals of the Society are to recognize and encourage scholastic achievement and excellence in all undergraduate fields of study, to unite with faculty and administrators in developing and maintaining high standards of education, to provide economic assistance to outstanding members by means of both undergraduate and graduate scholarships, and to promote scholastic achievement and voluntary service. Chapter Activities Members are encouraged to participate in chapter activities. There are opportunities to hold office and to participate in activities that promote academic achievement, serve the community and provide social interaction. Chapters hold regular meetings for members to plan these events. Membership provides a network for students with diverse backgrounds and interests to learn from each other and to enrich their collegiate experience.