The purposes of Sigma Theta Tau International are: 1) Recognize superior achievement 2) Recognize the development of leadership qualities 3) Foster high professional standards. 4) Encourage creative work. 5) Strengthen commitment to the ideals and purposes of the profession CRITERIA: Each graduate (master’s or doctorate) candidate for membership is required to meet the criteria for the graduate category of membership. Graduate students are required to have completed ¼ of the required grad-uate curriculum, have at least a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale, or its equivalent, and meet the expectation of academic integrity.