Fraternity and Sorority FAQs

We all recommend that the best way to find the right fit is to talk to as many people as possible early on so you can narrow them down to your favorites closer to the end of recruitment. Ask yourself who you are and who you want to be and find the chapter that will help you in that endeavor. We have several chapters and there is definitely a place for you!

Just because you show up to someone’s events, does not mean that you will be extended a bid. But on the other hand, just because you go to someone’s events and you do get a bid from them, you do not have to accept their bid.

Each organization has its own time commitments and we encourage taking on leadership roles to promote building connections on campus with student organizations and other fraternities and sororities. In general, we equate being in a fraternity or sorority with the equivalent of a 3 credit hour class.

Membership dues/fees may include local and national membership dues and other one-time fees such as initiation or new member fees. We encourage all students looking to join to talk with the organization about their finances.

The best way to express interest in joining an NPHC organization is by attending chapter programs, events, and community service projects. Each organization/chapter hosts a variety of educational, social, and philanthropic events on and off campus throughout the year, and by showing up and participating, you are letting them know you are interested in their organization. In addition, some organizations (not all) have interest/informational meetings, that allow you to gain more knowledge about their organization/chapter, and express interest in their fraternity or sorority.