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Eligible students may join a fraternity or sorority during any semester after meeting the University's eligibility requirements.

Recruitment and intake opportunities are offered throughout the academic year, with most organizations recruiting or conducting membership intake during the first several weeks of the fall and spring semesters. Some organizations may also offer membership opportunities at other times during the year.

Students interested in joining should complete the Fraternity & Sorority Life Eligibility Form and connect with the organizations they are interested in learning more about.

As of Fall 2026, first semester students will be able to join a fraternity/sorority. Once a student completes a semester at �첥��Ƶ, they are considered to be a continuing student. All continuing students must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA to join a fraternity/ sorority. Prior to joining, all students, regardless of credit status, must still fill out the “�첥��Ƶ Fraternity and Sorority Life Eligibility Form” on OspreyHub and be on the eligibility list, prior to bid distribution.

The decision to join a fraternity or sorority should only be made after careful thought and research. Fraternity or sorority membership lasts a lifetime. While there are countless benefits to membership, the time and financial commitment should also be considered. These commitments vary among chapters, so be sure to ask before deciding to join.

Note: these requirements are minimum standards, so interested students should ask each organization about their specific requirements.

Fraternities and sororities have been a part of higher education for more than 200 years, providing students with opportunities to build meaningful relationships, develop leadership skills, serve their communities, and achieve academic success.

Membership offers opportunities to:

• Build lifelong friendships and a strong support network.
• Develop leadership skills through chapter and campus involvement.
• Participate in community service and philanthropic initiatives.
• Access academic support and mentoring.
• Connect with alumni through professional networking and career development.
• Develop a strong sense of belonging and campus engagement.

Membership extends well beyond graduation. Many alumni remain actively involved through volunteer service, mentoring, networking, and lifelong membership in their organizations.

Recognized fraternities and sororities are officially affiliated with �첥��Ƶ and work closely with the Office of Student Development. These organizations:

• Receive University advising and support.
• Must comply with University policies and procedures.
• Participate in leadership development, risk management education, and organizational accountability processes.
• Are eligible to participate in University-sponsored events and programs.

Non-recognized organizations are not affiliated with �첥��Ƶ. They do not receive University oversight, advising, or support, and may not represent themselves as recognized �첥��Ƶ organizations.

Students are strongly discouraged from joining organizations that are not recognized by the University.

See our Chapters page for a full list of recognized and unrecognized fraternities and sororities.

Fraternities and sororities are self-funded organizations. Members pay dues that support chapter operations, programming, national organization fees, insurance, and member development opportunities.

During the first semester of membership, students typically pay one-time new member expenses such as:

• New member fees
• Initiation fees
• Badge or membership materials
• National insurance fees

Typical costs include:

• First semester: approximately $500–$1,500
• Future semesters:
  • IFC and Panhellenic organizations: approximately $300–$500 per semester
  • NPHC and UCGC organizations: approximately $20–$50 per semester, although costs vary by organization.

Before joining, students must complete all required Fraternity & Sorority Life eligibility requirements established by the University.

The new member or membership intake process is designed to introduce students to the organization's history, values, expectations, and opportunities for involvement.

�첥��Ƶ limits all new member and membership intake programs to no more than six weeks.

Throughout the process, members can expect to:

• Attend educational meetings.
• Learn about the organization's history, values, and traditions.
• Participate in leadership development.
• Engage in community service and philanthropy.
• Receive academic support and mentorship.
• Build relationships with fellow new members and initiated members.

Students should receive a calendar of required meetings and activities from the chapter's New Member Educator or Intake Coordinator.

All chapter activities should be communicated in advance and scheduled in a way that supports students' academic success.

Hazing is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct, Fraternity & Sorority Life regulations, and inter/national organization policy. Any chapter who violates these policies will be given due process and if found responsible may be subjected to organizational and/or individual sanctions and discipline, which could include suspension or loss of recognition for the chapter.

If you believe you are experiencing hazing, we urge you to contact the Office of Student Development immediately or complete an .

If you have questions about your membership experience, you are encouraged to speak with:

• Your Chapter Advisor
• Chapter President
• New Member Educator or Intake Coordinator
• The Office of Student Development

Contact information for chapter leadership should be provided during your first new member meeting and is also available through the Office of Student Development.

On occasion, students feel it necessary to quit their new fraternity or sorority.  It may be that the time commitment proves to be challenging, the financial obligation is too expensive or the student believes they have made the wrong choice in organizations, etc.  If the student has made a choice to quit, they can do so by speaking with the Chapter Advisor, Chapter President or New Member Educator.

Some organizations hold an “exit interview” to find out why the student is leaving, others may have paperwork for the organization that the departing new member must complete.  Either way, the student can leave the organization, but should understand that in most cases any money that has been paid to the group cannot be refunded and that the organization will likely ask for certain items to be returned, like a new member manual of information or the new member pin.

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�첥��Ƶ does not recognize or operate fraternity or sorority houses. Membership in a fraternity or sorority does not require students to live in any particular residence on or off campus.