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Theta Lambda Chapter #195
Joining Beta Alpha Psi
From Candidate to Member


Students interested in joining Beta Alpha Psi must be a Candidate for at least one semester before they become full members. The processes of becoming a candidate and a member are described below.

Candidates (Eligibility to Join)
for the Theta Lambda Chapter

Candidates must meet ALL the following requirements by then end of their candidate semester:
  • Declared a major or concentration in accounting, finance, information systems, or analytics
  • Completed 45 hours of collegiate courses
  • 3.0 GPA or higher in 3+ hours of upper-division major courses
  • 3.0 or higher overall GPAOR 3.25 on last 30 semester hours
  • Two remaining semesters at UCA including candidacy semester
Apply for candidacy, complete this Beta Alpha Psi Application.

Becoming a Full Member
of the Theta Lambda Chapter

Candidates who meet the following requirements during their candidate semester will be initiated:
  • Attend at least 4 BAP meetings (or affiliated clubs) during the semester
  • Perform 6 hours of service
  • Attend and participate in the initiation ceremony
  • Pay the one-time international initiation fee ($75)
  • Continue to meet the candidate requirements (above)
  • Agree to the adhere to the Beta Alpha Psi Code of Ethics
The Theta Lambda chapter follows the membership requirements as set forth by the international office of Beta Alpha Psi. Other membership policies can be found in the official Policies and Procedures.

Expectations of Full Members
of the Theta Lambda Chapter

Once initiated, you are a member of BAP for life (unless you change majors before graduation). You are also a member of UCA's Theta Lambda chapter until you graduate. The following is expected of chapter members each semester:
  • Participated in at least 4 professional development activities during the semester
  • Participated in at least 6 hours of service during the semester