FINANCES

The registration fee covers needed materials during the recruitment process. This is a one time $100 fee.

In general, the initial new member semester is the most expensive due to some one-time fees. After initiation into the sorority, the dues are reduced for the following semesters. The new member fees vary by chapter and range from $876 to $1,890. These fees are inclusive of the sorority dues for the first semester. After initiation, women will no longer pay new member fees, but will pay semesterly sorority dues.

Dues cover different expenses depending on the organization. It may be important for you to know if certain expenses are covered, such as your sorority badge, t-shirts, etc- so ask about it during recruitment! Dues vary by chapter and range from $414 to $1,384 per semester. Your first semester your dues are included in your new member fee. After initiation, dues will be paid by semester and will likely be lower than your first semester because there aren't as many one time fees!

Keep in mind that dues generally don't cover "extras". Examples are tote bags, sunglasses, t-shirts, and any of the many products you can purchase with your letters on it. While it's possible you may receive some as gifts, if it's important to you to stock up on sorority swag, you'll want to consider that as you budget. 

Since sorority membership is a financial decision, it's okay to ask about payment options. Most chapters offer some type of payment plan so you don't necessarily have to pay your dues all at once.

Some sororities may offer scholarships or financial assistance with dues. However, those opportunities are more likely to be offered to initiated members, so it's still important to plan for the immediate future. Also, financial assistance will likely be available to members who uphold the academic and social standards of the organization. It's yet another reason to keep your grades up and be responsible!