Greek Life

Potential Members

Membership Questions

Questions that you should ask a Chapter when you are interested in rushing:

  • Why should I join this chapter?
  • How long is the new member education program?
  • What are my responsibilities as a new member?
  • What are the time requirements involved?
  • Does the chapter have a service or philanthropy?
  • How is the chapter involved in campus activities?
  • How does the chapter promote campus activities?
  • What things do you do with other chapters?
  • What activities can and must I participate in as a new member?
  • What is Greek Week all about?
  • What are the monthly or semester dues?
  • How much is the affiliation fee? Initiation fee?
  • Are there any extra or special assessments added to the bill?
  • Can you hold a part-time job and still have time to be a member?
  • How does the chapter promote academics (major compatibility, scholarship banquet, tutoring by members, etc.)?
  • What is the grade requirement for initiation?
  • What is the grade requirement to remain in good standing with the chapter?
  • What types of social events are planned for the coming year?
  • Why do you enjoy being in a fraternity/sorority?