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As with everything else at MIT, the personalities of the fraternities and sororities vary. Everyone who wants to join can usually find some place where they feel comfortable. Many of the fraternities and sororities have gorgeous houses for great prices in the heart of Boston. If you’re concerned about the distance, some even have houses on dorm row. One unique thing about MIT’s Greek life is the existence of another set of houses called the Independent Living Groups. Although they’re not Greek, they still provide places to live, and they have historically been grouped with the fraternities and sororities. However, the ILGs are actually very distinct entities, and they are very vehement about being different from the Greeks.

With a variety of fraternities and sororities, MIT has an incredibly vibrant Greek system. Fraternities usually have between 25–50 brothers, and most sororities have about 100 sisters. The percentage of guys who join fraternities is higher than the percentage of women who join sororities. Hpwever, this isn’t Greek life like you see on TV—Greek life at MIT revolves more around academics and building friendships than pure social activities. Many community service events are sponsored or attended by Greek houses, and Greeks also hold many leadership positions. The Greek system at MIT is unlike what most people would expect at other schools, which is why many students who go Greek at MIT are people who never would have considered it at any other school.

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Greek Life at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

ctowle

Chemical Engineering '16

5.0

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Big Greek Culture

Over half of the guys pledge a fraternity, and many girls belong to a Sorority, somewhere around 30%. It's a substantial number, and it affects social life in a significant way. That being said, not being Greek does not alienate you from the school in any way. You can still appreciate the events and parties, and you can still have Greek friends, so it's really up to you what you want to do. There are 26 fraternities and 6 sororities, and each one is different, so look around and there's sure to be a match.

May 08, 2012

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Greek Life at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

mitxc

Chemical Engineering '15

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Greeks Are Great

The Greek community facilitates both great friendships and close bonds as well as helps organize social events for the rest of campus.

Sep 25, 2011

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Greek Life at Massachusetts Institute of Technology

jayenfor

Civil Engineering '12

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A Great Experience

50% guys, 25% girls are greek. The greek scene doesn't dominate campus, but it's a fantastic support group and source of fun for those who choose to be members. The greek atmosphere relates somewhat to the campus atmosphere, which is part of what makes the greek community so great, because you know that you have something in common with everyone, no matter what their affiliation, because we're all nerds in one way or another.

Mar 25, 2011

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