The Top Questions people ask about fraternities.
Do you have to live in the house?
No, but you can if you want to. Fraternities offer affordable rooms and parking close to campus. It's also a great place to crash.
I heard that by joining a fraternity, my grades would improve. Is that true?
Getting good grades is hard work. By using the numerous academic incentives only offered by fraternities, such as GPA requirements, study groups, exam and paper libraries, and scholarships, you will find university life a whole lot easier.
Don't fraternities take up a lot of time?
Fraternity membership requires anywhere from 2 to 8 hours a week. Whether it be planning a party, a community service project, or regular weekly meetings, fraternity members have learned to manage their time wisely with other commitments like homework, girlfriends, and a job. This is also why so many fraternity members have succeeded in their lives.
Aren't fraternities expensive?
Annual membership dues vary from $200 to $400. This cost is used to pay for upkeep of the house, intramural sports, community service, scholarships, and the dozens of free social events offered. As one member put it - "Joining a fraternity is the best deal on campus!"
If I'm new to campus, shouldn't I wait to get my "feet on the ground" before I join?
University is a big place. The sooner you know more people, the more comfortable you will feel on campus. By joining in your first year, you will find adjusting to university life a lot easier. Every fraternity member who didn't join in their first year on campus, wished they had.
So, what do you do in a fraternity?
Everything that university courses do not offer - development of social skills, leadership opportunities, a needed break from studying, and FUN! Each fraternity has numerous social events, charity projects, workshops, and more - all designed to help you and your resume, so you can succeed.
Why do fraternity members call each other "brothers"?
It is the sense of family and lifelong friendships a fraternity provides. Fraternity membership is for life - from the class of '45 to '95 you have a fraternal bond with everyone - the bond of friendship