Eligibility for Membership
Persons seeking membership must be initiated through an established chapter of Gamma Theta Upsilon. A chapter is also maintained for Alumni after graduation. There are three classes of membership in GTU:
- Regular Member: Initiates must have completed a minimum of 3 geography courses, have a B average in geography, must rank in the upper 35% of their class and shall have completed at least 3 semester or 5 quarters of college course work.
- Honorary Member: A chapter may extend honorary membership to anyone whom it feels has, by exploration, research, lecturing, publishing, teaching, or any other way contributed to marked advancement in any phase of Geography. The Chapter will pick up all dues and fees for an honorary member.
- Associate Members: Individuals whom have not yet met the requirements for membership and / or are directly affiliated with the organization.
What is the cost/dues to be apart of GTU?
Dues:
- $10 per full semester (spring and fall) to the local chapter.
- $25 one-time payment to the International Chapter - due just prior to initiation.
