A Quick Guide to 'Going Greek'

Scholastic life beyond high school is exciting, challenging, and liberating! It is a lifestyle unlike any other you've ever experienced. Moving from a culture of dependency and expectation to one of independence and freedom provides a spirit of freedom for which 'young minds' aspire. However, with such enriching transitions come a new set of responsibilities and commitment reflective of the global community in which we live. However, for those who are fortunate enough to attend a post-secondary school, community college, or university, the benefits are beyond one's imagination and beyond words.

Would you like to 'go Greek?' Going Greek is a popular decision for college students for which there are many ideas to consider. Most fraternities and sororities require a lot of time and sacrifice. Dues are also very costly, as some can be in excess of $2,000.00/semester! There are many schools that incorporate a more prevalent Greek lifestyle. Those with such particularly large lifestyles include Miami University and Ohio State University, located in Ohio. Other schools are Southern Methodist University and the University of Illinois/Urbana Champaign, as well as the University of Miami and the University of Southern California.

If you're still confused about which fraternity or sorority to join, we suggest you browse the content on our sites to help you make more a more informed decision about which chapter to join. You'll be glad you did!