1. What is the Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society?
2. Who is invited to join Delta Epsilon Iota?
3. What are the benefits of membership?
4. Is there a membership fee?
5. How is the membership fee used?
6. I didn't receive an invitation, but meet the requirements. Can I still join?
7. The enrollment deadline has passed. Can I still join?
8. Can I still become a member if I can't make it to the New Member Reception?
9. How do I maintain "Active Member" status?
10. What are the benefits and opportunities for alumni members?
11. How can I update my name, address, or academic institution?

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1. What is the Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society?

Founded in 1994 at the University of Georgia, Delta Epsilon Iota is the nation’s first and only academic honor society structured around university career services. Our mission is to educate members about career development, encourage academic excellence, and promote the principles of Dedication, Enthusiasm, and Initiative in all aspects of campus life.

Delta Epsilon Iota is a nonprofit organization and is organized pursuant to the provisions of the Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code, as amended, codified at Chapter 3 of Title 14 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.

2. Who is invited to join Delta Epsilon Iota?

Membership is primarily offered via invitation to students at both the undergraduate and graduate level, but it can also be established via new chapter development. All of our new members must attend an accredited college or university, have a minimum GPA of 3.30, and have a minimum of 30 completed semester hours. Delta Epsilon Iota works closely with each school to verify students’ academic standing and sends membership invitations to all of the outstanding students who meet the Society's eligibility requirements.

3. What are the benefits of membership?

The Society offers several benefits to its members, some of which include:

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4. Is there a membership fee?

Delta Epsilon Iota offers members a lifetime affiliation with the Society for a one-time fee of $68.

5. How are the membership funds used?

The membership funds are shared between the national organization and local chapters. They are used to support the Society’s scholarship and awards program, as well as national and chapter development benefiting current members, alumni, and academic institutions. A percentage of these funds are also used to support program expenses for local chapters, including academic, service, and social activities.

6. I didn't receive an invitation, but meet the academic requirements. Can I still join?

If there is an existing DEI chapter on your campus and you meet the requirements for membership, then you may contact the National Office for more information about enrolling. We will be more than happy to walk you through the process of enrollment. You may also submit an application to the National Office for review along with a current transcript documenting your academic standing. Please keep in mind that some chapters may have more stringent membership requirements.

However, if there is not a local DEI chapter represented on your campus and you meet the requirements for membership, then you may choose to establish a new chapter and will need to contact the National Office to officially start the process.

Learn More about the Chapter Startup Process

7. The enrollment deadline has passed. Can I still join?

Even if your enrollment deadline has passed, you can still join at any time during the year using your assigned enrollment code. Every year local chapters host a New Member Reception and our enrollment deadlines help ensure that our new members have the opportunity to attend this reception.

8. Can I still become a member if I can't make it to the New Member Reception?

The New Member Reception is not a requirement for membership within the Society. The National Office understands that everyone has busy schedules and that scheduling conflicts cannot always be avoided.

9. How do I maintain "Active Member" status?

Members of Delta Epsilon Iota attending a college or university with an established chapter may claim active member status by attending regular chapter meetings, programs, and activities. The connection with campus career services can truly be invaluable and attending chapter activities provides members with opportunities for leadership, fellowship, and learning. However, local chapter activity is not a requirement for national membership. In order to maintain an active national affiliation with Delta Epsilon Iota, members must simply inform the National Office of any changes to their name, address, or academic institution.

10. What are the benefits and opportunities for alumni members?

One of the main benefits for alumni members is that your lifetime membership with the Society will always convey the dedication, enthusiasm, and initiative demonstrated in your collegiate achievements. As the Society continues to grow, career networking opportunities and resources multiply and help keep every member on top and ahead of the changing job market.

There are also many ways for alumni members to stay active with Delta Epsilon Iota after they graduate, some of which include:

Delta Epsilon Iota alumni members represent some of the most valued relationships for our local chapters. Their contributions and support are invaluable to all Society members.

11. How can I update my name, address, or academic institution?

Members may notify the National Office by telephone of any changes to their name, address, academic enrollment, or anticipated graduation date.

Thank you for your interest in the Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society!