Why do you want to join this fraternity?

Acceptance. The first and most common reason why guys join a fraternity is because they are looking for acceptance. Your fraternity provides that opportunity. To gain their confidence, you have to make them feel like they are part of the group.

Why do you want to join a sorority?

Joining a sorority is like joining a big family. You’ll gain hundreds of sister within your campus’ chapter, other schools’ chapters, and alumni around the world. This makes it easy to make friends and have support, even as a new kid on campus. Most friendships you make in Greek life will last a lifetime.

What qualities can I bring to a sorority?

5 Things That Sororities Look For During RecruitmentLeadership Potential. Leadership potential in sororities is crucial because there are TONS of leadership positions to be filled in sororities. Genuine Interest In Sorority Life. *Not the party life. Love For Education. Willingness To Volunteer. Strong Values And Passion About Something.

How much do you pay for a sorority?

There are not-so-tiny fines of upwards $100 for each breaking of a fraternity or sorority rule. Regular chapter membership dues, which can certainly also add up, are other hidden costs that many do not think about. These regular dues can set you back between $20 to more than $200 per month and up to $3000 per semester.

Do you need to pay to be in a sorority?

What You Have to Pay. There are many direct, required expenses of joining a sorority, like dues, but there are many optional and indirect costs. The required fees are easier to account for. In 2008, the new member fee for my chapter was $656 (one of the lower-cost sororities that year).

What are the pros and cons of joining a sorority?

Pros and Cons of Joining a Fraternity or Sorority in CollegeSome frats and sororities offer scholarships. University can be expensive, which is why it would be helpful to obtain a scholarship. You could get help finding a job. It is difficult to find a job these days. You could make lifelong friends.

What is the best sorority to join?

The Most Prestigious Sororities Across the CountryBiggest: Chi Omega. Most Historic: Alpha Kappa Alpha. Most Celebrity Alums: Kappa Alpha Theta. Most Devoted to Public Service: Delta Sigma Theta. Oldest: Alpha Delta Pi. Best Sorority House: Phi Mu. Most Undergraduate Chapters: Alpha Omicron Pi.

What to know before joining a sorority?

10 Things You Should Definitely Think About Before Joining a SororityThere’s a financial commitment. Parties are part of the deal. Going Greek gives you a post-grad network. It’s a major time commitment. Wearing the letters is expected. It’s not for the thin-skinned. Houses come with a reputation.

What’s it like to be in a sorority?

Sometimes at not-fun chapter, you get assigned mandatory not-fun things. Get comfy in your campus auditorium, because you will be attending a lot of things. Being in a sorority also means philanthropy and volunteering. While it’s rewarding and fun and super important, it’s also Sunday and you’re hungover.

What they don’t tell you about sororities?

10 Things They Don’t Tell You About A SororityYou will feel uncomfortable on Bid Day. You will question your decision over and over again. You will feel lonely and unnoticed. You won’t get everything you sign up for. You will be ecstatic to go home after the first semester but start to miss those you left behind. You will come back to your sisters with open arms.

Are sororities not allowed to throw parties?

No law actually prohibits sororities from throwing parties in the United States. However, the National Panhellenic Conference, which governs the country’s 26 major sororities, maintains that sisters can’t swig booze in sorority houses — even as the fraternity down the street throws a keg party.