Membership in a fraternity or sorority does carry a financial commitment. Each chapter is self-supporting through dues paid by all members each semester. Although chapters may make accommodations for special needs, including payment plans and scholarships, students should discuss the financial obligations with their parents before deciding to join.
These dues cover insurance, inter/national dues and chapter operating expenses. Financial obligations will vary from chapter to chapter so it is beneficial to ask questions during the recruitment or intake process about the financial commitments associated with each chapter.
Fraternity and sorority fees associated with membership cannot have financial aid directly applied. Financial aid awards are handled directly through the University. Tuition, residence hall contracts (not fraternity and sorority fees), and other University fees are deducted from the amount you are awarded each semester. The remaining amount is then issued to you in the form of a check. If you live in a fraternity or sorority chapter house, room and board is not automatically deducted, rather included in your check refund from the University. You are then responsible for all payments to your fraternity or sorority.