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Recruitment Information

As of Fall 2024, first semester students will be able to join a fraternity/sorority. Once a student completes a semester at Temple, they are considered to be a continuing student. All continuing students must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA to join a fraternity/ sorority. Prior to joining, all students, regardless of credit status, must still fill out the “Temple University Fraternity and Sorority Life Registration” Owl Connect form and be on the eligibility list, prior to bid distribution. Complete the form by clicking here. 

Please note that the College Panhellenic Council will remain on the deferred model for Fall 2024 and first semester first years will NOT be able to join until they earn 12 credits. Panhellenic will switch to a Fall primary recruitment in the 2025-2026 academic year.

The decision to join a fraternity or sorority should only be made after careful thought and research. Fraternity or sorority membership lasts a lifetime. While there are countless benefits to membership, the time and financial commitment should also be considered. These commitments vary among chapters, so be sure to ask before deciding to join.

Learn more about each organization through the Recruitment or Intake processes listed below.

For College Panhellenic Sororities

Sororities in the College Panhellenic (CPH) participate in a structured week of recruitment each January. Sorority recruitment offers the opportunity for potential new members to meet women in all six Panhellenic sororities. Potential members and chapter members participate in a mutual selection process culminating in Bid Day at the end of the week. Questions may be directed to templepanhel@gmail.com.

For IFC Fraternities

Fraternities in the Interfraternity Council (IFC) participate in recruitment at the start of each fall and spring semester. Through organized recruitment events, potential new members have the opportunity to meet members of IFC fraternities and learn about each organization. At the end of recruitment, potential members may receive bids to join a specific fraternity. Questions may be directed to tufsl@temple.edu. 

For MGC Fraternities & Sororities

The process to join a fraternity or sorority in the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) varies by organization. Many MGC organizations host a rush, general information meeting, or other "informational" for potential new members to attend. These events are typically advertised around campus at the start of each semester. Students interested in joining an MGC fraternity or sorority can also attend open workshops, programs, and events hosted by the chapter to determine interest in the organization. Questions may be directed to each individual chapter president.

For NPHC Fraternities & Sororities

The process to join a fraternity or sorority in the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) varies by organization. Many NPHC organizations host a rush, general information meeting, or other "informational" for potential new members to attend. These events are typically advertised around campus at the start of each semester. Students interested in joining an NPHC fraternity or sorority can also attend open workshops, programs, and events hosted by the chapter to determine interest in the organization. Questions may be directed to each individual chapter president. Learn more here.

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