How to Join

How to Join

How to Join

Eligibility Requirements for Membership in a Fraternity or Sorority

Rowan University follows a deferred recruitment model for fraternities and sororities. This means students must complete at least one academic semester before they are eligible to join a Greek-letter organization. Deferred recruitment allows students time to adjust to college life, focus on their academics, and explore campus before committing to membership.

Joining a Greek social organization without meeting all university eligibility requirements is strictly prohibited. Failure to complete our mandatory requirements may result in a new member policy violation, which could lead to disciplinary action for both the individual student and the organization.

To be eligible to receive a bid or invitation to membership, students must:

  • Be enrolled full-time as a matriculated undergraduate student at Rowan University.

  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

  • Have earned at least 12 college credits, either:

    • At Rowan University (including any basic-skill level credits), OR

    • As a transfer student from another accredited college or university.

      • If you are a first-semester transfer student, your most recent institution’s GPA will be used to determine eligibility. 

Special situations:

  • Military credit: First-semester students with at least 12 credits from military service are eligible to join if they do not yet have a Rowan GPA.

  • EOF/RISE students: Must complete 24 college-level credits and get approval from their counselor before joining.

  • Rowan Choice students: Must first complete the Rowan Choice program, transfer fully to Rowan University, and meet all new membership requirements. If you are currently a Rowan Choice student, you are not eligible to join a fraternity or sorority at this time.

 

Introduction to Fraternity & Sorority Life Canvas Module

All interested students are required to complete the Introduction to Fraternity & Sorority Life module and quiz on Canvas.

This course will:

  • Introduce you to Rowan’s FSL community

  • Share important campus resources

  • Provide education on anti-hazing policies and community expectations

  • Gives our office permission to verify your eligibility, making sure you meet all university requirements

You must complete the Intro to FSL module before receiving a bid or participating in recruitment or intake. Failure to complete this mandatory requirement may result in a new member policy violation, which could lead to disciplinary action for both the individual student and the organization.

Steps to Complete the Intro to Fraternity & Sorority Life Canvas Module

**NOTE: If you a first-year student in your first semester here at Rowan, you are ineligible to join an organization at this time and should not complete these steps.

 

  1. Complete the New Member Google Form

    • This form collects important information about you and gives our office permission to verify your academic eligibility. Be sure you are logged into your Rowan account to access the form.

    • Important: If you do not meet the academic requirements, we will send you an email explaining your ineligibility. You will not be permitted to join an organization until you meet our minimum requirements.

Complete the New Member Form here!

    2. Access the Canvas Course

  • After you submit the new member form and we confirm your eligibility, we will manually add you to the Intro to FSL Canvas course. You will receive an email notification from Canvas inviting you to the course. Once you accept, the course will appear in your Canvas Dashboard as "Leadership Rowan Student Leadership Microcredentials". Scroll down to see the Intro to Fraternity & Sorority Life module.

  • You will be responsible for reviewing the module and completing the mandatory quiz. You will review the following modules:

    • Welcome to Rowan FSL
    • Understanding Our Community
    • Recognized vs. Unrecognized Organizations
    • Eligibility to Join
    • Hazing Prevention & Bystander Intervention

**NOTE: While this Canvas course includes a variety of student leadership topics and modules, you are only required to complete the Intro to Fraternity & Sorority Life module and quiz in order to be eligible to join a fraternity or sorority. You do NOT need to complete the following modules: Get Involved in Clubs, Personal Agency, Shared Vision in Leadership, Requesting Meeting Space at Rowan, Student Organization Financial Information, SGA Treasurer Workshop, or Planning an Event. These are SGA/Leadership modules and do not apply to your FSL requirements.

   3. Quiz Completion and Confirmation

  • After reviewing all of the modules listed above, you will be required to take the Intro to FSL quiz to test your knowledge. You will have a maximum of 3 attempts to score at least an 80% (at least 12 out of 15 questions correct). Once you have successfully complete the quiz, our office will confirm that you meet all requirements.

  • We will send a confirmation email to both you and the organization you are interested in joining. This email confirms that you are eligible to move forward in the membership process.

*Please note that it may take 24-48 hours for our office to add you to the Intro to FSL Canvas course after submitting the New Member Form. This form is reviewed only during the business week (Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm) and will not be processed over the weekend or on holidays. If you have any questions as you are completing these requirements, please reach out to us at greeklife@rowan.edu. 

Recruitment Processes 

Recruitment and new member processes vary across our different Greek councils. The best way to learn about how each organization recruits is by connecting directly with the chapters or their members.

Please note that during the first two weeks of the semester, no recruitment or intake events are allowed. We want students to focus on settling into their classes and campus life before exploring Greek membership.

Below, you’ll find details about each council, including which organizations belong to them and a brief overview of their recruitment styles. You'll also find links to their Instagram pages to find out more information and connect with them directly. If you’re unsure about which organization might be the best fit or want to discuss your options with a staff member, please don’t hesitate to email us at greeklife@rowan.edu!

Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) Recruitment Process:

MGC is composed of fraternities and sororities founded with cultural, multicultural, and identity-based missions. These organizations emphasize community, advocacy, cultural awareness, academic success, and brotherhood/sisterhood.

Recruitment styles vary. Interested students are encouraged to attend informational sessions hosted by each chapter. You may hear these informational sessions called names like "Vino Blanco," "eXpresso," "Rush Week", or "Ladies Night," but they all refer to a chapter’s formal interest session.These events provide an opportunity to learn about the organization’s history, purpose, and traditions. Informational sessions are typically formal in nature, and students are encouraged to wear professional attire.

Recognized MGC Chapters

Interfraternity Council (IFC) Recruitment Process:

IFC has a "Rush Week" during the first month of each semester. Each individual fraternity will host its own events where potential members can learn more about specific organizations, including their history, values, philanthropy efforts, and brotherhood. These smaller events provide a more personalized opportunity to connect with active members and ask questions. Students are free to attend any events they choose without obligation. To stay up to date on recruitment events and details, it’s best to follow each chapter on social media, where they regularly share information about their rush events, contact info for rush chairs, and more.

 Recognized IFC Fraternities

National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) Recruitment Process:

Rowan’s NPC sororities hold two recruitment processes each year: an informal process in the fall and spring called Continuous Open Bidding (COB) and a formal process in the spring known as NPC Formal Recruitment.

Continuous Open Bidding (COB) takes place in the fall and is an informal process. Any non-affiliated female student is welcome to attend recruitment events hosted by participating sororities. First-year students may attend events but are not eligible to join during this period. The number of organizations participating in COB varies each year, depending on their membership numbers at the start of the semester. There is also a COB period in the spring after NPC Formal Recruitment has concluded.

NPC Formal Recruitment, held in the spring, is a structured and organized process requiring advance registration. This multi-day event is designed to help students meet all participating sororities through a series of planned activities and rounds. To accommodate students’ academic schedules, recruitment events are typically held in the evenings and on weekends. Formal Recruitment provides a clear timeline and process for receiving membership invitations and allows students to experience a comprehensive introduction to the NPC community at Rowan.

 Recognized NPC Sororities

*Alpha Epsilon Phi is currently a recognized chapter at Rowan University but is on a Structured Accountability Plan through June 2026. They will not be taking new members through COB in the fall or NPC Formal Recruitment in the spring.

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Membership Intake Process: 

NPHC chapters at Rowan conduct their membership selection/membership intake processes independently and at varying times throughout the year. These processes often begin with formal interest meetings, where prospective members learn about the organization’s values, history, and expectations. Informational sessions are typically formal in nature, and students are encouraged to wear professional attire. Before membership, students are typically required to submit transcripts and letters of recommendation, and most NPHC organizations have minimum GPA requirements and additional requirements in order to join.

NPHC organizations were originally founded to support students from historically underrepresented backgrounds and place strong emphasis on their rich history, culture, and traditions. These chapters prioritize community engagement and service, encouraging members to give back and uplift others. While these organizations have historic roots in the Black/African American experience, membership is open to all students who are interested in embracing their values and mission.

Rowan University proudly stands as the only school in New Jersey with active chapters representing all nine NPHC organizations!

Recognized NPHC Chapters