Bruce B. Melchert Scholarship

Tau Kappa Epsilon

Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/2/2025

Closes: 3/15/2026

The Bruce B. Melchert Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are members of the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity. Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in political science or government are encouraged to apply. Special consideration is given to members of the Beta-Theta chapter; however, if no qualified applicant is found, the scholarship will be open to any other qualified Teke.

Award Amount Varies

Essay Required: No
Need-Based: No
Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements

Member of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity

Minimum 3.00 GPA

Resident of the U.S.

College sophomore, junior, or senior

Seeking a bachelor's degree

Studying political science or government

Planning for a career in politics or government service

Male

Participation in leadership Preference is given to a member of the BetaTheta chapter, but if there is no qualified applicant, the scholarship will be open to any other qualified Teke.