Academic promise and leadership are criteria for this honor. The Beta of Georgia Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa was established at Agnes Scott in 1926. The chapter holds annual elections according to criteria and procedures prescribed by the United Chapters. The Alpha Delta chapter of Eta Sigma Phi, a national honorary fraternity of Greek and Latin students, was organized at Agnes Scott in 1928. The society encourages classical scholarship and appreciation of ancient learning, both in the Agnes Scott student body and in the local high school.
Membership is based on scholarship.
The Agnes Scott chapter of Phi Sigma Tau was organized in 1979. The society links philosophy departments in accredited institutions and students interested in philosophy. Membership is open to qualified students who have taken at least three courses in philosophy. A chapter was established at Agnes Scott College in 1990. The Kappa Kappa Chapter of Pi Delta Phi, the National French Honor Society, was established at Agnes Scott College in 1990.