Frequently Asked Questions

Will my academics be compromised if I join a Greek organization?

Academic achievement should be the number one priority for students in fraternities. When students join a Greek organization, they become part of a larger group of students who value their academic goals at Auburn. Also, the grade point average of fraternity men is consistently higher than the all-undergraduate male GPA.

How time-consuming is a fraternity?

Auburn offers a large variety of different fraternities, all with various levels of involvement. This variety ranges from members spending a few hours daily at fraternity functions to a few hours per week. New members may spend no more than 20 hours per week on mandatory new member activities.

If I go through recruitment, do I have to join a fraternity?

Although most potential new members will join a fraternity during the fall semester, it is not required. In addition, many fraternities will participate in another round of recruitment in January, and men have the opportunity to join then.

What about hazing?

Auburn prohibits hazing in any form. To learn more about our stance against hazing, visit Auburn University’s antihazing website for more information about the university’s policy: auburn.edu/stophazing

Will alcohol be present during recruitment events?

Auburn IFC prohibits alcohol from being present before, during, and after recruitment events. Any violations of this policy will be adjudicated through the IFC Judicial Process.

How do I know if joining a fraternity is right for me?

Most of the stereotypes about Greek membership are myths. The diversity of membership is one of the strengths of Auburn’s Greek system.

Will I have to live in the fraternity house?

Housing requirements vary across chapters. Some chapters have requirements in place that mandate each member to live in the house for at least one year.