Membership

Benefits of Joining

There are many benefits and advantages to becoming a member of Alpha Phi Sigma which define their purpose of promoting academic excellence through the recognition of scholarship and assisting in the development of professional and personal leadership among students and practitioners.  Alpha Phi Sigma provides awards, grants, and scholarships to its student members, faculty advisors, and chapters on an annual basis.  Alpha Phi Sigma sponsors outstanding programs/events at the national conference of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences, allowing members the opportunity to meet with leading criminal justice professionals.  Membership in Alpha Phi Sigma meets one of the requirements for entrance at the GS-7 level in numerous professional and technical occupations in the United States government.

Who is Eligible

How to Apply

Please complete the appropriate application form for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, or professionals. Information must be typed and submitted to:

Daniel Pezzano
808 Commonwealth Avenue, RM 230
Boston, MA 02215

There is a one-time $50.00 membership fee that needs to be included with the application. Please note the forms of payment accepted are ONLY Money Orders and Cashier’s Checks. Please make the payment out to Alpha Phi Sigma: The National Criminal Justice Honor Society.

Students applications should include a copy of unofficial transcripts. Faculty should attach a brief résumé/vita.

Graduating Students

If you are graduating this year, 2012-2013, and would like to order Honors Regalia to wear at the Commencement Ceremony this May, please refer to the following directions.

1. Go to the merchandise page of the Alpha Phi Sigma website.

2. On the “Merchandise Order Form” please indicate which items you want (Cords, Stole, Medallion, or all three).  **These items are the only items that will be ordered (no T-shirts, pencils, or stuffed animals).

3. Submit the form along with your application.  *PLEASE USE A SEPARATE MONEY ORDER FOR REGALIA ITEMS*

4.  IMPORTANT: Please factor in the shipping and handling costs into your overall money order.  (see “Merchandise Order Form”).