Support for students. Partnership for advisors.
Phi Eta Sigma supports faculty and staff advisors with structure, resources, and national programming—so you can focus on mentoring high-achieving first-year students and fostering meaningful engagement on campus.
Established. Structured. Student-centered.
Why advise Phi Eta Sigma?
Advising Phi Eta Sigma allows faculty and staff to support high-achieving first-year students through a nationally recognized organization—while remaining aligned with institutional goals around student success, leadership development, and retention.
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Recognized by colleges and universities nationwide as the original first-year honor society, Phi Eta Sigma provides a clear national framework, established policies, and centralized resources to support chapters and advisors. Our structure is designed to reduce administrative burden while offering meaningful opportunities for student leadership and engagement.
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Advisors play a vital role as mentors and guides, while the national organization supports programming, recognition, and compliance—creating a collaborative partnership that benefits students, advisors, and institutions alike.
What advisors can expect
Advisors serve as mentors and institutional liaisons, helping guide chapter leadership and support student success. The national office provides the tools, timelines, and infrastructure needed to operate smoothly throughout the academic year.
Resources
National policies, guides, and recruitment support
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Transparency
Clear annual timelines and reminders
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Connectivity
Opportunities to connect with our advisory network
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Accessibility
Access to national staff and support​
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Flexibility
Freedom to align chapter activities with campus priorities
What the national office provides
Phi Eta Sigma’s national office manages the core systems and infrastructure that support chapters and advisors nationwide—allowing advisors to focus on mentoring, not administration.
National Policies & Compliance
Established policies, reporting frameworks, and ACHS alignment that supports institutional standards.
Membership & Records Management
Centralized membership systems, reporting, and historical recordkeeping.​
Programs, Scholarships & Recognition
Administration of national programs, scholarships, awards, and recognition opportunities.
Communication & Annual Timelines
Consistent national communication, reminders, and planning timelines throughout the academic year.
Advisors have direct access to national staff for guidance, questions, and chapter support.
Learn more about Advisor and Chapter Resources →
Interested in advising
Phi Eta Sigma?
Phi Eta Sigma partners with faculty and staff advisors committed to supporting high-achieving first-year students and fostering meaningful engagement on campus.
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Advisors play an important role in guiding student leaders, while the national office provides the structure, resources, and support needed to operate confidently and effectively.
Don’t see a chapter on your campus?
We work with institutions to explore interest in establishing new chapters. If you’re interested in learning more, our national office is happy to start the conversation.