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Greek Life

Quick Stats

Undergrad Men in Fraternities 14%
Undergrad Women in Sororities 17%
Number of Fraternities 31
Number of Sororities 16

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For those in the Greek system, being Greek is a big thing, it dominates your social scene. But, as a non-Greek, you tend to associate with everybody. If you want to join, there are enough so you can find one that suits your interests and personality. Greeks are active in many events, but there are also many opportunities for non-Greeks to be active on campus. If you want to join an organization where it is easy to have an active role, then Greek life is one choice.

Greek house parties and events are typically open to anyone who wanders in. If the parties are what you are looking for, joining is not necessary. Being in a frat or sorority may help you make friends quickly at the beginning, but it may limit your social encounters with the non-Greek population. Make sure you research the different societies and visit them before you decide which one to pledge. It can be hard to keep up on academics and participate in all of the social activities required, so understand the time-commitments of the society. Overall, those who enjoy Greek life will enjoy Iowa State, but those who don’t wish to participate will equally enjoy their time at Iowa State.

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Greek Life at Iowa State University

NgocN06

Business '15

4.6
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Greek Life

They are always encouraging new students to join the greek community which is a great program by the way. They help you out academically and only want you to strive for success. But they are also very strict.

May 17, 2012

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Greek Life at Iowa State University

botonox03

Computer Engineering '17

3.5
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Not a Bad Rap

The Greek Community is very helpful on campus. They help put on shows, get others involved in contests and other activities. They provide lots of opportunities for others to be involved and have fun at school

Mar 13, 2012

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dmill

Psychology '12

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Not for Me

I don't drink alcohol so I don't get involved with frats. I've been in one but it's not for me.

Dec 26, 2011

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User rating for Iowa State University - Greek Life is 3.5 out of 5 based on 38 user reviews.

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Facts

Fraternities
  • Acacia
  • Adelante
  • Alpha Beta
  • Alpha Gamma Rho
  • Alpha Kappa Lambda
  • Alpha Phi Alpha
  • Alpha Sigma Phi
  • Alpha Tau Omega
  • Beta Sigma Psi
  • Beta Theta Pi
  • Delta Tau Delta
  • Delta Upsilon
  • Farm House
  • Kappa Sigma
  • Lambda Chi Alpha
  • Phi Beta Sigma
  • Phi Delta Theta
  • Phi Gamma Delta
  • Phi Kappa Theta
  • Pi Kappa Alpha
  • Pi Kappa Phi
  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon
  • Sigma Chi
  • Sigma Nu
  • Sigma Phi Epsilon
  • Sigma Pi
  • Tau Kappa Epsilon
  • Theta Chi
  • Theta Delta Chi
  • Theta Xi
  • Triangle
Sororities
  • Alpha Chi Omega
  • Alpha Delta Pi
  • Alpha Gamma Delta
  • Alpha Omicron Pi
  • Chi Omega
  • Delta Delta Delta
  • Delta Zeta
  • Gamma Phi Beta
  • Kappa Alpha Theta
  • Kappa Delta
  • Kappa Kappa Gamma
  • Phi Beta Chi
  • Pi Beta Phi
  • Sigma Gamma Rho
  • Sigma Kappa
  • Zeta Phi Beta
Multicultural Colonies
  • Order of Omega
  • Rho Lambda Honorary
Other Greek Organizations
  • Greek Council
  • Greek Peer Advisors
  • Interfraternity Council
  • Pan Hellenic Council

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