The history of fraternities in America goes back over 200 years. Many prominent leaders in our society claim Greek membership including several U.S. Presidents.

     Membership in a fraternity can strengthen leadership and social skills. Opportunities for intramural sports can develop the body as the classroom expands the mind. 

     Membership selection is competitive and there are two membership drive periods each school year in early Fall and Spring. These "rush" periods offer potential members the chance to visit each of the fraternities and meet the brothers. 

    Commitment to joining a fraternity entails both a time and monetary challenge. Many fraternities have gone to briefer "pledge" periods in order to lessen the interfere with academic pursuits however new members should have time available for group activities. 

     All Greeks are expected to participate in campus and community activities and there is a proud tradition of service in the Tech chapters. Academic scholarship programs help to off-set the expense of college while offering a model of classroom success for these young men. 

     Visit our Chapter Directory to learn more about the fraternities at Texas Tech.

Rush Questions

There are 22 fraternities and 11 sororities, which includes close to 16% of the campus undergraduate population.

What is Rush?

• Rush is the process which prospective members and fraternities select who will be in which fraternity.  Rush is held twice a year (Fall and Spring) and comes in two forms (Formal and Open).  Formal is the preferred method because you get to see all fraternities on campus and get a better feel for which fraternity is the best for you personally.  Open rush is used for men who have already decided which fraternity they want to join.  During Rush you see all fraternities.  Then as the week progresses, you narrow your choices by choosing your top 10, 4, 2, and then your final choice of fraternity.  At the same time, fraternities narrow down the number of members they invite back.  Thereby it is a two-sided narrowing process.

When is Rush?

• In the Fall rush period the week prior to the start of class is when events are held. In the Spring the schedule is different so that rush takes place in the evenings of the second week of class.

Rush starts the same day as dorm move-in, what do I do?

• Housing & Dining will allow anyone going through rush to move in early, a day early to accommodate rush (fall rushees only).

What is the main reason why I should go through Rush?

• For each person it is different.  Some join for the social atmosphere.  Some join for the leadership opportunities.  Some to improve their grades.  Others just to be a part of something.  Each person in the Greek system has a unique, but valuable reasoning for their joining. 

Am I the fraternity type?

• There is no fraternity type. Most of the stereotypes about fraternity membership are myths. One of the strengths of Texas Tech’s fraternity system is the diversity of the individuals who are associated with it. Each fraternity, no matter how large or small in number, consists of members who have varied interests and backgrounds.

How do I get a bid?

• Bids are extended at the end of rush week to those who have visited the fraternity, met most of the members, and expressed an interest in the fraternity. Do not feel obligated to accept a bid until you are sure that you have made the best decision.

Do I have to go through IFC Formal rush?

• No, however going through IFC formal rush gives you a complete look at the Texas Tech Fraternity system.

How much time does a fraternity take?

• In addition to the fraternity’s social and recreational functions, meetings and other activities usually require about 4-8 hours per week. While fraternity membership does require a certain amount of time, most fraternity men find little problem blending their fraternity activities with their scholastic schedules, work and other obligations. Some fraternities require more time than others, so be sure to ask questions regarding time commitments during rush.

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