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Sorority Finances
It is important for students and parents to be as informed as possible regarding the costs associated with obtaining a college education. Understanding the financial obligations associated with sorority membership is just as important.

Each woman joining a sorority should be aware of the dues, fees and other expenses that are involved and consider these when making financial plans to attend college. During formal recruitment, a potential member should ask sorority members about financial obligations and payment options. Each sorority sets its own fees and housing costs as well as the payment schedules.

The average cost the first year of joining a sorority ranges from $2,255 to $2,980 with an average of $2,570. This first year has a higher level of costs due to one-time expenses and fees. The average cost of sorority membership when a member lives in the sorority chapter house for the year ranges from $5,300 to $7,275 with an average of $6,325. This cost is includes all membership fees, as well as room and board. For comparison, the cost of living in Towers in a double room with all Meals plan for the 2007-2008 academic year was $7,086. Below is a chart showing the average cost and range of financial obligations.

2008-2009 Financial Information (subject to change)

Cost New Member Year
Average: $2,570
Range: $2,255 - $2,980
Cost In-House Member Year
Average: $6,325
Range: $5,300 - $7,275

For specific financial information before or during formal recruitment, direct your questions to Fraternity and Sorority Life (405) 325-6350.

Each sorority will also be able to answer questions during the formal recruitment events.